Charlie Rosthorn
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Director
Eastbourne Food Partnership
Eastbourne, East Sussex
2025.05 - Current
- Head operations and oversee the utilisation and distribution of partnership funds to local food projects.
- Co-manage partnership finances to ensure effective resource allocation and budget management.
- Write grant applications to secure funding for key initiatives.
Administrative assistant
Eastbourne Food Partnership
Eastbourne, East Sussex
2024.07 - Current
- Support local food projects to improve access and sustainability by providing administrative support and coordinating working groups.
- Collaborate with local agencies to promote equitable access to nutritious food.
- Manage the partnership’s social media and website to enhance community engagement.
Script Developer
Freelance
London
2024.01 - 2024.06
- Collaborated with Ruby Walden (Producer, The Brutalist) to transform underperforming scripts into marketable film packages for diverse clients.
- Created pitch trailers and film decks for clients using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Premiere Pro.
- Compiled film data and comparative film analysis for prospective producers.
Film Assistant
Screencrib
London
2023.07 - 2024.01
- Conducted independent research into film sales data and global tax credit incentives to inform project strategy.
- Managed film project onboarding and investor relations to ensure seamless communication and collaboration.
- Created marketing material using Adobe software to promote film projects effectively.
- Coordinated team projects to enhance collaboration and streamline workflow across departments.
- Led administrative tasks such as booking meetings, organising data, and greeting guests.
Script Reader
Blackbox Media
Brighton
2023.03 - 2023.07
- Summarised books to evaluate quality and viability for film and/or television adaptation.
Commercial Assistant
SMUGGLER
London
2022.09 - 2023.02
- Assisted on set as a runner during commercial shoots, including 'The Alternative Christmas List' directed by Oscar-winning director Tom Hooper.
- Conducted independent research into locations, props, and equipment to support production needs.
- Collected and transported production materials to designated locations.
- Read and commented on treatments.
- Managed reception and greeted guests to create a welcoming environment.
Research Assistant
Mayhap films
Brighton
2022.03 - 2022.03
- Sourced and organised audio-visual material for pitch trailer, collaborating with award-winning animated film director to enhance project presentation.
Development and Research Assistant (Internship)
BKStudios
London
2021.11 - 2022.01
- Frequently read film and television scripts and wrote script reports that assessed both their quality and viability.
- Produced weekly industry reports and assembled prospective cast lists for projects in development to support talent acquisition.
- Led discussions on script alterations and developed alternative proposals for multiple projects to enhance creative direction.
Research Assistant (Work Experience)
Ricochet Productions
Brighton
2017.09 - 2017.09
- Streamlined data collection processes, enhancing accuracy and efficiency for research activities.
- Liaised with venue managers to secure filming permissions, ensuring compliance with production schedules.
- Researched filming locations for television show ‘Celebrity 5 Go’ on Channel 5, identifying options that met production needs.
Education
MPhil - Film and Screen Studies
University of Cambridge
Cambridge 2020.10 - 2021.08
B.A - Film Studies
University of Southampton
Southampton 2017.09 - 2020.07
Skills
- Project Management
- Coordination
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
- Independent Research
- Fast-paced multitasking
- Collaboration
- Verbal communication
- Film theory
- Academic writing
Accomplishments
- Successfully bid for over £18,000 from Lotto for the expansion of the Eastbourne Community Food Network.
- Won the 'Cambridge Film Trivia' competition and was awarded 40 vintage editions of Cahiers du Cinéma in 2021.
- Won 'Best Short Film' at BHASVICTORS 2017
Additional Experience
Head of Production (Student Society) Sep 2019 - Jun 2020:
- Organised short film production and exhibition, as well as managed the distribution of film equipment.
Student Mentor (University of Southampton) Sep 2019 - Jun 2020:
- I helped two first-year students in my third year with essay writing, time management, and general university guidance.
Timeline
Director
Eastbourne Food Partnership
2025.05 - Current
Administrative assistant
Eastbourne Food Partnership
2024.07 - Current
Script Developer
Freelance
2024.01 - 2024.06
Film Assistant
Screencrib
2023.07 - 2024.01
Script Reader
Blackbox Media
2023.03 - 2023.07
Commercial Assistant
SMUGGLER
2022.09 - 2023.02
Research Assistant
Mayhap films
2022.03 - 2022.03
Development and Research Assistant (Internship)
BKStudios
2021.11 - 2022.01
MPhil - Film and Screen Studies
University of Cambridge
2020.10 - 2021.08
Research Assistant (Work Experience)
Ricochet Productions
2017.09 - 2017.09
B.A - Film Studies
University of Southampton
2017.09 - 2020.07