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Ethan Lloyd

Ethan Lloyd

Manchester,Greater Manchester

Summary

Starting out as a Camera trainee on the sets of prime time Drama's such as ITV’s “Vera” to BBC2’s “The A Word” back in 2019, I grafted my way up through numerous productions before landing a role as a Camera Assistant and Senior Kit Technician with Lens Flare TV in Manchester.

Having completed four years within a busy kit and crewing company, I built up a firm competency of the latest technology and techniques in broadcast and film, from cameras and lighting, to audio and grip, working extensively within these departments both in the kit room and on location.

Post Lens Flare TV, I worked within the daytime and entertainment genre of TV, in both shooting and post production roles, working on a numerous range of shows including but not limited to The Voice (ITV), Grace’s Amazing Machines (CBeebies) and Dress To Impress (ITV2).

In my current role as kit manager and camera supervisor at Greenlight Television, I bring together all the technical disciplines that I have learnt over the years to operate, produce and facilitate the live broadcast of motorsport across the globe. Covering events such as the Isle of Man TT, the King of the Roads - Road racing series for BBC and ITV, Auto Mundial and Motorsport Mundial for ITV4 to name a few, I have the experience and motivation to carry my skillsets to new audiences.

I hold an in-date GVC Drone qualification, I have vast experience in all areas of operating, repairing and utilising camera and broadcast equipment in all settings from studio multi-cam setups to P.S.C. in the field.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work history

Camera Operator / Kit Manager

Greenlight TV
Manchester, Greater Manchester
03.2024 - Current

Camera Operator Responsibilities:


  • To provide aesthetically appealing and technically demanding images in a variation of formats from documentary interviews to live trackside sports coverage.
  • To work closely with Directors and DOP's to realise the dreamt image for any given production, troubleshooting and engineering new ways of achieving ground-breaking content from aerial imagery to motorcycle onboard cameras.


Kit Manager Responsibilities:


  • Implementing a new stock control software, globally mapping all company assets across three sites.
  • Periodically maintaining, repairing and replacing all camera, lens, sound, lighting and grip equipment when required.
  • Coordinating the logistics of transporting camera equipment and associated kit to all corners of the globe for multi-camera shoots.
  • Compiling in depth camera plans for live multi-camera events.

Media Manager/DIT

Lime Pictures / ITV
Manchester, Greater Manchester
01.2024 - 03.2024

Media Manager Responsibilities:

  • Efficiently managed and controlled the flow of media to and from four operating PD crews on a fast paced reality show.
  • Liaised round the clock with edit teams to ensure the prompt delivery of shot media to the editors.
  • Provided transcriptions to executive producers.

DIT Responsibilities:

  • Managed digital workflow, ensuring footage was properly captured, stored, and backed up before being distributed to edit teams.
  • Stood as intermediary between shooting and edit teams, relaying feedback on formats and received footage.

Camera Assistant/Senior Kit Room Technician

Lens Flare TV
Media City, Salford, Greater Manchester
10.2019 - Current

Camera Assistant Responsibilities:

  • Reporting to and working closely with the Director and DOP detailed to each shoot.
  • Building and operating, camera, lighting and sound equipment.
  • Recording visual and audio material for a range of productions.
  • Wrangling , logging and editing recorded content.
  • Collaborating with production executives to edit and create content to fit specific briefs.

Kit Room Responsibilities:

  • Maintaining an up to date knowledge of the latest shooting equipment and techniques.
  • Assessing damages, repairing and maintaining all camera, audio, lighting and grip equipment.
  • Creating tailor made kits specific to the clients needs where necessary.
  • Liaising with production executives to build kit packages appropriate to their needs and arranging the delivery, collection and servicing of equipment in the UK and abroad.
  • Maintaining the company fleet of vehicles.

Logistics coordinator

The Automotive Group
Newcastle upon Tyne
10.2018 - 10.2019
  • Liaised with customers and staff to provide order updates and confirm delivery dates and requirements.
  • Kept appropriate inventory levels to ensure production wasn't compromised.
  • Completed shipment documentation to company standards.
  • Engineered UK wide routes and schedules to provide the time efficient and cost effective delivery of vehicles to clients.
  • Maintained professionalism and care when carrying out home visits to clients and their families furthering the reputation of the company.

Skills

  • Full UK Driving License
  • CAA Approved GVC Drone Qualification
  • CAA A2 CofC Drone Qualification
  • Extensive and up to date knowledge of shooting equipment and practices
  • Proficient in post production/editing software
  • Administration and logistics management experience
  • Logging and transcribing experience
  • Good time management/ability to work to strict deadlines
  • Client focused and highly approachable
  • Directing and talent management experience
  • Highly flexible with location and hours

Timeline

Camera Operator / Kit Manager

Greenlight TV
03.2024 - Current

Media Manager/DIT

Lime Pictures / ITV
01.2024 - 03.2024

Camera Assistant/Senior Kit Room Technician

Lens Flare TV
10.2019 - Current

Logistics coordinator

The Automotive Group
10.2018 - 10.2019
Ethan Lloyd