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Languages
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Ben Smith

Ben Smith

Summary

I am dynamic & professional with a strong foundation in teamwork and the ability to work well under pressure, complemented by effective communication and diplomacy skills. My work to date demonstrates expertise in client and colleague liaison, leadership, and adherence to instructions. I am proficient in French, customer service and skilled in ski equipment maintenance, and aim to leverage these competencies in a challenging role that fosters growth and innovation.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Camera Operator / Focus Puller / Trainee

Freelance
UK
06.2023 - Current

Worked on productions such as : The Gentlemen, Wicked, The Seven Dials, Sweet Pea, The Veil, One Day plus numerous music videos and commercials

  • Participated in pre-production meetings to clarify project requirements.
  • Participated in pre-productions meeting to clarify project requirements
  • Operated camera and lighting equipment with precision to minimise reshoots.
  • Adapted swiftly to changes in filming schedules.
  • Communicated with directors to align on creative vision.
  • Performed routine equipment checks to ensure optimal functionality.
  • Assessed dailies for errors, confirming high-quality production outputs.
  • Utilised various lenses to enhance scene portrayal.
  • Collaborated with sound and light technicians to improve overall production quality.

Landscaper / Labourer

Arborlec Services
, West Sussex
09.2024 - 09.2025

Work for Arborlec Services in between film work

  • Complete construction and ground work tasks to high standards within strict deadlines.
  • Operate and maintain machinery to ensure optimal performance.
  • Collaborate effectively as part of a team to achieve project objectives.

Bar Manager

Fiona Godman Dorrington
, West Sussex
07.2024 - Current
  • Led bar team at private events, delivering high-end drinks service to guests.
  • Maintained cleanliness and stock levels of bar area consistently.
  • Managed team to ensure optimal service delivery during functions.

Waiter

Maria Shiner
, West Sussex
05.2024 - Current

Worked as part of a team to provide 1st class service of drinks, canapés and food at private functions:-

  • Circulating food to ensure all guests received timely service.
  • Monitoring dietary intolerances and allergies to guarantee safe food options.
  • Serving drinks while addressing guest needs proactively

Kitchen Porter

Club Vassiliki, Greece
08.2022 - 10.2025
  • Supported Club Vass restaurant operations through effective teamwork with other staff members.
  • Addressed spills & broken glassware to prevent accidents.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness.
  • Worked under pressure during peak times without compromising on quality of work delivered.

Education

Assistant Camera Operator Graduate - Film & TV

National Film & Television School (NFTS)
London
01.2021 - 11.2021

Diploma of Higher Education - Creative Media Production & Technology

Chichester College
West Sussex
09.2017 - 06.2019

GCSEs -

Bohunt Secondary School
Hampshire

Skills

  • Teamwork and independence under pressure
  • Effective communication and diplomacy
  • Client and colleague liaison
  • Leadership and instruction adherence
  • Excellent spoken French
  • Ski equipment maintenance expertise

Languages

French
Advanced

Affiliations

Skiing - Raced for aldershot Ski Race Team competing across UK & Europe
Mountain Biking - Competed in DH mountain bike races across UK
Camping - Have a pure love for the outdoors and surviving off grid when camping

Music - Play guitar and enjoy a wide variety of music (particularly on vinyl)
Photography & Film - particularly enjoy shooting images on 35mm film format
Languages - Speak good conversation French having living in the alps for a year when I was a child
Carpentry - I appreciate natural materials particularly wood and am currently completing the conversion of a van to camper van

Timeline

Landscaper / Labourer

Arborlec Services
09.2024 - 09.2025

Bar Manager

Fiona Godman Dorrington
07.2024 - Current

Waiter

Maria Shiner
05.2024 - Current

Camera Operator / Focus Puller / Trainee

Freelance
06.2023 - Current

Kitchen Porter

Club Vassiliki, Greece
08.2022 - 10.2025

Assistant Camera Operator Graduate - Film & TV

National Film & Television School (NFTS)
01.2021 - 11.2021

Diploma of Higher Education - Creative Media Production & Technology

Chichester College
09.2017 - 06.2019

GCSEs -

Bohunt Secondary School
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