Harry Macdonald Preston
London
Summary
I am an aspiring lighting designer and theatre electrician studying Lighting Design at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. Since Year 7, I have been actively involved in theatre, taking on technical roles in numerous productions and developing a strong foundation in lighting design. At Trent College, I established a structured 'Tech Club' that supported various aspects of production, including lighting, sound, set, costume, and stage management. With over six years of practical experience, I have worked with youth and professional theatre groups, gaining technical skills and expertise in collaborative, high-pressure environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Casual Technician
Nottingham Playhouse
07.2024 - 01.2025
Member of the Young Technicians Programme
National Theatre
12.2023 - 03.2024
Asst. Lighting Technician
Derby Youth Musical Theatre
09.2023 - 11.2023
- “Nativity the Musical”
Lighting Operator
The Cast
03.2023
- “Assassins”
Young Leader
10th Ilkeston Beavers
09.2022 - 10.2023
Asst. Lighting Technician
Derby Youth Musical Theatre
07.2022 - 11.2022
- “Crazy for You”
Asst. Lighting Technician
Derby Youth Musical Theatre
04.2021 - 09.2021
- “Bring It On”
Education
Royal Central School of Speech and Drama
Swiss Cottage, London 01.2024 - Current
A-Levels - English Literature & Language, Photography, and Drama & Theatre Studies
Trent College
Long Eaton, Derbyshire 09.2022 - 08.2024
Skills
- High-pressure production experience
- Followspotting
- ETC EOS operation
- Vectorworks proficiency
- Team collaboration
- Strong knowledge of Health & Safety protocols, including HASAWA
- First Aid Trained
Certification
National Pool and Lifeguard Qualification
Awards & Achievements
- Eos Family Control System Basic Training, 07/23
- Automated External Defibrillator Award, 04/24
- National Indoor Climbing Award Level 5, 05/22
- Chief Scout Diamond Award, 07/24
- Chief Scout Platinum Award, 07/24
- Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award, 08/24
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Casual Technician
Nottingham Playhouse
07.2024 - 01.2025
Royal Central School of Speech and Drama
01.2024 - Current
Member of the Young Technicians Programme
National Theatre
12.2023 - 03.2024
Asst. Lighting Technician
Derby Youth Musical Theatre
09.2023 - 11.2023
Lighting Operator
The Cast
03.2023
A-Levels - English Literature & Language, Photography, and Drama & Theatre Studies
Trent College
09.2022 - 08.2024
Young Leader
10th Ilkeston Beavers
09.2022 - 10.2023
Asst. Lighting Technician
Derby Youth Musical Theatre
07.2022 - 11.2022
Asst. Lighting Technician
Derby Youth Musical Theatre
04.2021 - 09.2021
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