Jacob Pryce
South London
Summary
Proficient set builder with expertise in construction, carpentry, CNC operation, and painting. Committed to delivering high-quality results through practical skills in both individual and small team settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Set & Stage Carpenter
Metro Production Group
London
06.2024 - Current
- Constructed bespoke sets for events, using practical skills such as carpentry, graphic installation and painting
- Interpreted technical drawings and design requests accurately
- Transitioned from workshop to on-site environments on demand, liaising with clients, project managers and designers fluidly
- Confident, safe use of power tools and workshop machinery
Freelance Set Builder
Various
London
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Working alongside multiple teams on various projects, enabling efficient completion in line with production timeframes
- Safely and responsibly operating, maintaining and storing workshop equipment, tools and machinery. Operating in workshops and onsite location
- Assembling structures accurately and securely to produce quality results. Clients include: Tim Warren Ltd, Morrell & Bert, Jude Singleton @settrade, Dan Parker @flatoutconstruction
Freelance Studio Assistant
Seventy7, Lipsy
London
10.2018 - 05.2024
- Liaising closely with producers, photographers and stylists
- Setting up and breaking down model and still life lighting sets for in house teams, including testing of equipment
- Ensuring operations of entire studio run smoothly whilst meeting tight time deadlines
- Stock checks of all supplies and general ad hoc duties such as dealing with deliveries and suppliers
Construction Assistant
Waking Life Festival
Crato, Portugal
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Built multiple festival structures in Portugal over a month long period, showcasing proficiency in construction, power tools and precision
- Troubleshooting on-site challenges to ensure deadlines were met while adhering to safety standards
- Contributed to the success of the festival through technical expertise, teamwork and dedication to upholding high standards of quality
Shifter
M&S Home
London
08.2019 - 01.2022
- Organised unloading and reloading of all products
- Assembled furniture on set for shoots
Photography Assistant
Iakovos Photography
London
11.2017 - 12.2019
- Assisted fashion photographer on editorial and commercial shoots
- Integrated scenery, background and proper lighting to enhance photography results
- Clients include Interview Mag, Very, Toni & Guy and John Lewis
Education
Foundation Degree in Arts - Media Production
Ravensbourne College of Design and Communication
LondonA-Level, GCSE -
Dunraven School
LondonSkills
- Set construction and carpentry
- CNC operation
- Painting and photography
- Operations management
- Full UK driving license
- First aid certification
Timeline
Set & Stage Carpenter
Metro Production Group
06.2024 - Current
Construction Assistant
Waking Life Festival
05.2023 - 06.2023
Freelance Set Builder
Various
03.2022 - 05.2024
Shifter
M&S Home
08.2019 - 01.2022
Freelance Studio Assistant
Seventy7, Lipsy
10.2018 - 05.2024
Photography Assistant
Iakovos Photography
11.2017 - 12.2019
Foundation Degree in Arts - Media Production
Ravensbourne College of Design and Communication
A-Level, GCSE -
Dunraven School