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J Thomas (They/Them)

J Thomas (They/Them)

Cardiff,CRF

Summary

Experienced recordist and sound designer with strong skills in Foley, on set sound recording and team communication. Always enthusiastic about producing when needed. Passionate about indie films, creature sound effects and subverting character tropes for inclusive audiences.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

H.O.D of Sound

"Creature of Love" Romantic/Gory Short Film
Cheltenham, GLS
01.2024 - 05.2024

Reference: Director/Evelyn Wadsworth (eviewadsworth14@gmail.com)(07432726060)

  • Meditated, organised and added to talks between Director and Composer that established original and unique sound tracks
  • Intensive research and trial tests on acquired sound materials that lead to film's guttural and viscous sound design
  • Modified and sound edited all dialogue that lead to it's 1930's audio aesthetic which paired greatly with film's visuals
  • RTS Nominated

Boom Operator

"Dragon Lich King" Supernatural/Drama Short Film
Cheltenham, GLS
04.2024 - 04.2024

Reference: Lead Sound/Joe Edwards (josephdavid2508@gmail.com.com) (07769973965)

  • Planned and coordinated with camera crew to create smooth blocking so there is no conflict between sound and camera departments.
  • Managed equipment such as swapping/charging batteries alongside boom operating in coordinated fashion.
  • Helped with radio microphone set ups and taught actors how to turn them off so battery life was maximized between shots.
  • RTS Nominated

H.O.D of Sound

"REM" Psychological Short Film
Cheltenham, GLS
09.2023 - 12.2023

Reference: Director/Charlotte Davis (07583854847)

  • Optimised acoustics within recording spaces to prevent unwanted noise interference
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Experimented with techno sounds to emphasize main character's anxieties and instability for narrative correlation

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Film Production

University of Gloucestershire
Cheltenham
07.2024

Diploma of Higher Education - TV and Film Production

Coleg Y Cymoedd
Nantgarw
03.2019

Diploma of Higher Education - Digital Media

Coleg Y Cymoedd
Nantgarw
03.2017

Skills

  • Foley Artist
  • Sound Recordist
  • Sound Designer
  • Knowledgeable in Pro Tools
  • Hazard Assessment
  • Producing
  • Equipment management and safety
  • Full Driver's License and Car

(GDPR Statement)

  • Team Coordination
  • Problem Solver
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Communication Skills
  • Resourcefulness
  • Correspondence Handling
  • Ethical Conduct

Timeline

Boom Operator

"Dragon Lich King" Supernatural/Drama Short Film
04.2024 - 04.2024

H.O.D of Sound

"Creature of Love" Romantic/Gory Short Film
01.2024 - 05.2024

H.O.D of Sound

"REM" Psychological Short Film
09.2023 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Film Production

University of Gloucestershire

Diploma of Higher Education - TV and Film Production

Coleg Y Cymoedd

Diploma of Higher Education - Digital Media

Coleg Y Cymoedd
J Thomas (They/Them)