Lennon Swords
Bedford,Bedfordshire
Summary
Highly skilled professional with advanced expertise in scheduling using Schenchonize/Movie Magic Scheduling, script breakdowns, and project management. Demonstrates expert-level proficiency in deadline management, budget forecasting, and collaborative tools such as Google Docs/Drive, OneDrive/Excel and ClickUp. Adept at team coordination and social media promotion, with a proven ability to streamline workflows and meet critical deadlines. Experienced in managing shared company calendars, coordinating Google Meet sessions, and ensuring seamless communication across multiple teams. Committed to leveraging advanced organisational skills to drive project success and operational efficiency.
Overview
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1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
years of professional experience
Work history
1st Assistant Director/Producer (Short)
Vitality Entertainment LTD
Fleet
2025.08 - 2026.01
- Managed pre-production administration for the project using Google Drive, coordinating everything from advertising and location management to scheduling and logistics.
Line Producer (Feature)
Cyber Theatre LTD
London
2025.05 - 2025.07
- Collaborated with Director, 1st AD, and Lead Producer to ensure project feasibility; managed external logistics and maintained cast liaison, supporting on-set comfort for 4 actors
Lead Producer (Short)
Bournemouth Film School
Bournemouth
2024.10 - 2025.06
- Raised £7K+ via crowdfunding for a production featuring professional youth talent, including a BAFTA-winning FYI Sky News presenter. Managed logistics, secured locations, and coordinated a 40+ person crew. 2x Award Winner.
1st Assistant Director (Short)
Bournemouth Film School
Bournemouth
2024.10 - 2025.02
- Ensured health and safety compliance, created efficient schedules, reinforced time management, and maintained the integrity of the house location.
1st Assistant Director (Commercial)
Bournemouth Film School
2024.10 - 2024.12
- NAHEMI Student Commercial Award nominee, coordinated the team on a beach while providing positive public relations.
1st Assistant Director (Commercial)
Bournemouth Film School
2024.10 - 2024.12
- NAHEMI Student Commercial Awards nominee and winner, liaised with young performer while dictating a set located in a small house.
Lead Producer (Short)
Bournemouth Film School
Bournemouth
2023.12 - 2024.06
- Led a 30-person crew at Bournemouth's Carlton Hotel, managing multiple locations including bar, rooms, hallway, and reception.
1st Assistant Director (Short)
Bournemouth Film School
Bournemouth
2024.01 - 2024.05
- Managed crew under time pressure, resolving issues through improvisation and adaptive scheduling.
Co-Producer (Short)
Bournemouth Film School
Bournemouth
2023.12 - 2024.05
- Multi-nominated and winner, short film, aided lead producer, ensured crew had clarity and organisation via Onedrive.
2nd Assistant Director (Short)
Bournemouth Film School
Bournemouth
2024.01 - 2024.03
- Implemented strategic escort system for actor movement from unit base to set; provided on-set catering support.
Production Coordinator (Short)
Bournemouth Film School
Bournemouth
2024.01 - 2024.02
- Managed challenging talent to maintain crew focus and production flow; completed detailed daily progress reports to track and meet shoot targets.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film Production
Arts University Bournemouth
Bournemouth, United Kingdom 2022.09 - 2025.07
High School Diploma - Film Studies
Arts University Bournemouth
Bournemouth, United Kingdom 2021.09 - 2022.06
A Levels - Media Studies
Kimberley Sixth Form College
Stewartby, United Kingdom 2018.09 - 2020.06
Skills
- Schenchonize/Move Magic Scheduling: Advanced
- Script Breakdowns: Advanced
- Deadline Management: Expert
- Project Management: Advanced
- Budget Forecasting: Advanced
- Google Docs/Drive: Expert
- Onedrive/Excel: Expert
- Team Coordination: Advanced
- Social Media Promotion: Intermediate
Certification
- Jan 2025 - Jan 2025 Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid
- Jun 2025 - Jun 2025 Introduction to Sustainability for the Screen Industries, ScreenSkills
WEB PRESENCE
- IMDb
- Mandy
Timeline
1st Assistant Director/Producer (Short)
Vitality Entertainment LTD
2025.08 - 2026.01
Line Producer (Feature)
Cyber Theatre LTD
2025.05 - 2025.07
Lead Producer (Short)
Bournemouth Film School
2024.10 - 2025.06
1st Assistant Director (Short)
Bournemouth Film School
2024.10 - 2025.02
1st Assistant Director (Commercial)
Bournemouth Film School
2024.10 - 2024.12
1st Assistant Director (Commercial)
Bournemouth Film School
2024.10 - 2024.12
1st Assistant Director (Short)
Bournemouth Film School
2024.01 - 2024.05
2nd Assistant Director (Short)
Bournemouth Film School
2024.01 - 2024.03
Production Coordinator (Short)
Bournemouth Film School
2024.01 - 2024.02
Lead Producer (Short)
Bournemouth Film School
2023.12 - 2024.06
Co-Producer (Short)
Bournemouth Film School
2023.12 - 2024.05
Bachelor of Arts - Film Production
Arts University Bournemouth
2022.09 - 2025.07
High School Diploma - Film Studies
Arts University Bournemouth
2021.09 - 2022.06
A Levels - Media Studies
Kimberley Sixth Form College
2018.09 - 2020.06