Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
SELECTED CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Affiliations
Languages
Timeline
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CATRIN ELERI WILLIAMS

Caernarfon,United Kingdom

Summary

Evolving television director with extensive expertise in drama production and live broadcasts. Demonstrates proficiency in multi-camera production, scheduling, and logistics, ensuring seamless studio and location operations. Adept at cast and crew coordination, team leadership, and maintaining health and safety compliance. Known for effective communication skills and problem-solving under pressure, with a strong command of Welsh language production, and a thirst to develop my director skills to another level with established and highly professional BBC Studios.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Director

Rownd a Rownd (S4C)
Menai Bridge, Anglesey
2021.01 - Current
  • Directed 29 episodes of long-running Welsh-language drama series.
  • Led creative and production teams through all stages of filming.
  • Directed actors across studio and location-based scenes.
  • Worked closely with producers, writers, cast, and crew to realise scripts on screen.
  • Managed production requirements while maintaining creative standards and meeting deadlines.
  • Oversaw rehearsals, blocking, shot planning, and performance delivery.

First Assistant Director

Rownd a Rownd (S4C)
Menai Bridge, Anglesey
2011.01 - Current
  • Coordinated studio and location filming schedules.
  • Managed daily operations on set and ensured smooth communication across departments.
  • Liaised with cast, crew, producers, and directors to maintain efficient production workflows.
  • Oversaw call sheets, scheduling, and on-set logistics.
  • Supported delivery of high-volume drama production to broadcast standards.

Assistant Floor Manager, Floor Manager & Production Management

Antena Television
Caernarfon, Gwynedd
1995.01 - 2011.01
  • Progressed through several production roles including Assistant Floor Manager, Floor Manager, and Production Management.
  • Managing studio floors during live and recorded broadcasts.
  • Coordinating presenters, guests, contributors, and production teams.
  • Supporting production planning and delivery.
  • Managing communication between gallery and studio teams.
  • Assisting with scheduling, logistics, and production operations.
  • Programme credits include: Uned 5, Sgrin Ti, Syniad, Waaa, Pwy Di Pwy, Hawlio, Rhyw Fath
  • Fusnes, Bachai O'Ma, Hollol, Bananas, Meibion Glyndŵr, Porc Peis Bach, Tipyn
  • Stad, Sgorio, BBC Sport productions, TNT Sports productions
  • Numerous live broadcasts, entertainment programmes, factual productions, and sporting events

Freelance Television Production Roles

Freelance
1993.01 - 1995.01
  • Worked across a range of television productions in roles including: Runner, Assistant Floor Manager (AFM), Second Assistant Director
  • Gained experience in live television, outside broadcasts, studio productions, and drama, building strong foundation in television production and teamwork.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Education

A Levels - Welsh, History, Religious Education

Ysgol Dyffryn Nantlle
Caernarfon, Gwynedd
1985.09 - 1992.07

GCSEs - 10 GCSEs

Ysgol Dyffryn Nantlle
Caernarfon, Gwynedd

Skills

  • Drama production
  • First assistant directing
  • Floor and assistant management
  • Live television and outside broadcasts
  • Studio and location production
  • Cast and crew coordination
  • Effective communication skills
  • In-Depth industry knowledge

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Over 30 years of professional television industry experience.
  • First-language Welsh speaker.
  • Extensive experience in live television, studio production, sport, entertainment, factual programming, and drama.
  • Experienced working across both North and South Wales.
  • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
  • Full understanding of production workflows from entry-level production roles through to directing.

SELECTED CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

  • More than 30 years working in the television industry.
  • Directed 29 episodes of the successful S4C drama Rownd a Rownd.
  • Extensive experience as a First Assistant Director on a long-running drama series.
  • Worked on a broad range of high-profile Welsh-language television productions.
  • Significant experience in live television and sports broadcasting.
  • Progressed through every major production level from Runner to Director.

Affiliations

I have a strong interest in a wide range of sports and maintain an active lifestyle. I play netball in a competitive league on a weekly basis and regularly participate in Pilates and weight training. I also enjoy hiking and mountain walking, which have helped develop my resilience and determination. In my leisure time, I broaden my knowledge and perspective through reading a variety of novels. Additionally, I have a keen interest in the arts and enjoy attending live theatre productions and music performances.

Languages

Welsh
Native
English
Fluent

Timeline

Director

Rownd a Rownd (S4C)
2021.01 - Current

First Assistant Director

Rownd a Rownd (S4C)
2011.01 - Current

Assistant Floor Manager, Floor Manager & Production Management

Antena Television
1995.01 - 2011.01

Freelance Television Production Roles

Freelance
1993.01 - 1995.01

A Levels - Welsh, History, Religious Education

Ysgol Dyffryn Nantlle
1985.09 - 1992.07

GCSEs - 10 GCSEs

Ysgol Dyffryn Nantlle
CATRIN ELERI WILLIAMS