Curtis Cooper
Dagenham,Essex
Summary
A committed team player with strong communication and organisational skills, with experience in admin roles. Well versed in Camera and Sound work, with expertise in Sony FX Line Cinema Cameras, and Zoom Field Recorders.
Seeking work in entry level Film and TV roles.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Retail Volunteer
Barnardos
Collier Row, Essex
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Processed 50+ daily transactions using POS systems with 100% till accuracy.
- Resolved customer issues promptly, improving satisfaction and repeat visits.
- Collaborated with staff to optimise workflow during peak hours.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety standards through workspace organisation.
Education
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication
London Screen Academy
London 09.2024 -
Skills
- Filmmaking process knowledge
- Problem-solving skills
- Communication abilities
- Premiere Pro expertise
- Sony FX camera experience
- Script coverage and story analysis
- Basic production paperwork
- Research and information gathering
Community & Organisational Experience
Co-ordinated election campaigns in my role as Membership Officer for a political organisation, keeping communication running smoothly and consistent between the party and its membership.
Organised teams of up to 10 volunteers in targeted door-knocking sessions, keeping track of data, whilst complying to GDPR regulations upon collection and entry.
LSA PROJECTS
- Dagenham, 2004 (2025) - Director/Cinematographer/Writer
- ArtIe (2025) - 1st AD
- Close Friends (2025) - Producer
- Arthur (202? - In Production) - Producer/Director
Affiliations
- Photography
- Art Galleries
- Museum Trips
Accomplishments
WINNER: Folkestone Film Festival Best Student Short - "Psyche" (2024) - 1st AC
HONORABLE MENTION: Realtime International Film Festival - "Psyche" (2024) - 1st AC
NOMINATED: Realtime International Film Festival Best UK Short - "Dagenham, 2004" (2025) - Writer/Director
GDPR
This CV may be kept on file and distributed for employment purposes.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication
London Screen Academy
09.2024 -
Retail Volunteer
Barnardos
06.2023 - 06.2024