Luke Martin-Bonner
Axbridge,Somerset
Summary
Skilled carpentry worker with attention to detail, joinery knowledge and focus on exceeding expectations. Background in making and installing a range of wooden structures in different environments. I have also developed a growing passion for videography and drone operation, producing aerial footage and creative video content for clients. I bring strong work ethic, technical ability, and keen eye for detail to every project - whether building with wood or capturing engaging visuals. I am committed to applying my skills to new challenges and continuing to grow professionally and creatively.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Factory worker
Charlie Bighams
Wells, Somerset
2026.01 - 2026.07
- Followed strict quality control measures to maintain product standards.
- Manually loaded, unloaded and manoeuvred bulky goods, safely lifting and transporting heavy loads.
- Sorted, classified and packed products by size and weight, verifying conformance to quality standards.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures, helped them integrate into the team quickly.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area for improved hygiene standards.
Career Break
2025.04 - 2026.01
- Independent / Family travel (5 months)
- Professional development
- Freelance / Side project work (Videography/Photography/Landscaping/Carpentry)
- Personal growth & practical commitments
Freelance Drone Videographer
Arcania Apothecary
Wells, Somerset
2025.04 - 2025.04
- Filmed and produced aerial footage for the company's website and socials
Maintenance Technician *Hot Tubs*
Brean Leisure Park
Brean, Somerset
2024.07 - 2024.12
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on hot tubs to ensure optimal performance.
- Assessed water quality and chemical balance to maintain optimal conditions for user health and safety.
- Repaired and replaced faulty components in hot tubs, enhancing user satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities and service history for each unit.
CNC Operator and Workshop Assistant
Exhibition Plinths
2023.03 - 2024.05
- Operating a format 4 cnc machine
- Modifying and editing programmes to cut out bespoke plinths/cabinets out of MDF for likes of - Rolex, De Beers, Harrods, Faberge and many more
- Erecting plinths/cabinets using glue + clamps
- Prepping plinths/cabinets ready for the spray booth included filling, routing and sanding edges until smooth
- Final stages for the cabinets were wiring up them with LEDs and in some cases vinyl wrapping with a squeegee for certain bespoke plinth/cabinets.
Part-time Carpenter
Self-Employed
2022.10 - 2023.03
- Designing and building bespoke wardrobes
- Designing and building roof shelter for chickens
- Designing and building double bed
- Building staircase for Shepherd's hut
- Building wood store from reclaimed wood
- Building kit summerhouse.
Carpenters apprentice
On site
2022.04 - 2022.10
- Carrying out 1st and 2nd fix's in new builds
- Hanging doors and architraves
- Fixing skirtings and window sills
- Assisting fit kite winder staircase and straight flight
- Erecting timber stud frames for internal walls.
Landscape Gardener/Carpenter Labourer
I Landscaping
Wickham, Hampshire
2020.05
- Clearing, levelling, preparing for gravel areas
- Laying of membrane
- Decking
- Making wooden box from reclaimed wood
- Building shed.
Carpentry Assistant
Dimond maintenance
Rickford, Bristol
2020.01 - 2020.01
- Sanding and preparing staircases
- Building flat pack bed frames and wardrobes
- Fitting cabinets
- Building Gym equipment.
Christmas Post Office Warehouse Sorter
Royal Mail
Avonmouth
2019.12 - 2020.01
- Package sorting
- Building Crate
- Team operator.
Court Monitor
Airhop Trampoline Park
Patchway Trading Estate
2019.06 - 2019.11
- Supervised trampolining guests
- Manned reception
- Served and worked on till in cafe
- Health and Safety Video and speech
- Cleaned and prepared courts at end of day.
Part-time Kitchen Helper
Havanas Burger and Shakes
Bristol
2019.03 - 2019.06
- Making burgers from raw ingredients
- Cooking and preparing fries
- Making milkshakes.
Part-Time Trainee Chef
Easter Compton Farm Shop
Easter Compton, England
2018.09 - 2018.11
- Cooking English breakfasts
- Making bread pudding and cakes
- Serving food
- Scraping and stacking dirty dishes, and carrying dishes and other tableware to the kitchens for cleaning
- Cleaning, stocking duties in cafeteria to facilitate customer service.
Education
Carpentry & Joinery
SGS College Bristol
2017.09 - 2019.06
Skills
- Carpentry fix experience (1st/2nd/final)
- CNC Operator
- Camera operation (DSLR, mirrorless, and drone cameras)
- Videography and aerial filming
- Video editing (DaVinci Resolve)
- Experience in warehouse, workshop, office, cafe and kitchen environments
- Supervisory experience
- Food production and serving experience
- Office and creative design experience
- Well spoken English language
- Quick learner
- Good customer and personal service
- Good time Keeping
- Well-presented
- Polite and helpful
- Team player and good solo worker
- Hard worker, during both slow and busy shifts
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Factory worker
Charlie Bighams
2026.01 - 2026.07
Career Break
2025.04 - 2026.01
Freelance Drone Videographer
Arcania Apothecary
2025.04 - 2025.04
Maintenance Technician *Hot Tubs*
Brean Leisure Park
2024.07 - 2024.12
CNC Operator and Workshop Assistant
Exhibition Plinths
2023.03 - 2024.05
Part-time Carpenter
Self-Employed
2022.10 - 2023.03
Carpenters apprentice
On site
2022.04 - 2022.10
Landscape Gardener/Carpenter Labourer
I Landscaping
2020.05
Carpentry Assistant
Dimond maintenance
2020.01 - 2020.01
Christmas Post Office Warehouse Sorter
Royal Mail
2019.12 - 2020.01
Court Monitor
Airhop Trampoline Park
2019.06 - 2019.11
Part-time Kitchen Helper
Havanas Burger and Shakes
2019.03 - 2019.06
Part-Time Trainee Chef
Easter Compton Farm Shop
2018.09 - 2018.11
Carpentry & Joinery
SGS College Bristol
2017.09 - 2019.06