Emma Chitty
London
Summary
Filmmaker with extensive experience transforming creative concepts and scripts into visually-spectacular reality. Unparalleled attention to detail and a deep passion for visual story-telling. Working with brands such as Apple, McDonalds, Renault, Lexus, Audi, Nike.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Film director
Self employed
10.2023 - Current
- Directing music video, social and film projects, with a hands-on approach from casting to post.
- Comfortable leading crew, ensuring an atmosphere of joy, whilst keeping in line with schedules to ensure deadlines are met.
- Liaise closely with team members, finding innovative ways to think creatively and produce unique, entertaining and purposeful work.
Casting director and researcher
Self-emplyed
09.2016 - Current
- Winner of multiple awards for casting on commercials and music videos.
- Acquired top talent such as Rimon, Will Kemp and Lias Saoudi.
Film director's assistant
Dan French
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to multiple tasks such as casting, research, editing, BTS etc.
- 2nd Unit directing on commercials, incl. practical effects.
- Treatment designer and researcher for pitches.
Film director's assistant
Sebastian Strasser
11.2019 - 06.2022
- Assisted production on storyboarding, scheduling, casting, location, CGI/VFX for Lexus, Audi and Renault commercials.
- Co-producer and creative on short films and social-media content.
- 2nd unit direction on commercials with DOP's including Hoyte Van Hoytema and Linus Sandgren.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art
City & Guilds of London Art School
London06.2012
Skills
- Adobe indesign
- Adobe photoshop
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Final Cut Pro
- Storyboarding proficiency
- Understanding of VFX and CGI uses
- Editing proficiency
- Leadership
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Research skills
- Tech-savvy
Timeline
Film director
Self employed
10.2023 - Current
Film director's assistant
Dan French
10.2023 - 01.2024
Film director's assistant
Sebastian Strasser
11.2019 - 06.2022
Casting director and researcher
Self-emplyed
09.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art
City & Guilds of London Art School
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