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Overview
Work history
Education
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Nathan HALL

Leeds

Summary

I am a twenty-one-year-old, third year undergraduate student who is very keen to gain practical work experience to support my current studies and future career aspirations in television and film. I have produced course and independent work consisting of both short films and adverts. This work includes both filming and post-production utilising relevant digital technologies. I have submitted some of my work to various film festivals, with successful outcomes. (See Additional Information section).

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work history

Background Actor

VARIOUS
VARIOUS, VARIOUS
01.2022 - Current
  • Maintained 100% punctuality to reduce shooting schedule delays.
  • Discussed role with director, producers and other actors to improve overall show performance.
  • Interpreted director's notes and incorporated feedback into performances.
  • Brought out character traits through body language, gestures and facial expressions.
  • Rehearsed lines and improvisation for convincing performances.
  • Attended auditions and casting calls to auditions for roles.
  • Read different scripts to understand character requirements and plot.
  • Observed fellow actors to glean new ideas for delivery and communication in roles.
  • Collaborated with creative professionals to bring client vision to life.
  • Performed original and stock tricks to mystify audiences, sometimes involving audience members as participants.
  • Demonstrated confident, positive and upbeat attitude and high stamina during long work periods.
  • Took direction, modifying delivery to perform at highest level.
  • Spoke clearly, controlled voice and delivered lines with proper tone and inflection respective to roles.
  • Dressed in comical clown costumes and makeup and performed comedy routines to entertain audiences.
  • Performed in front of the camera or on set as directed by production team.
  • Studied and learned scripts quickly using strong memorisation skills.

Filmmaker

National Youth Film Academy
Greenwich, City of London
12.2021 - 11.2023
  • Adhered to quick turnaround deadlines and exercised calm under pressure to make quick changes.
  • Monitored news cycle to help make trending story selections alongside team.
  • Anticipated challenges in productions and proactively identified creative solutions for maximum impact.
  • Translated client visions into actionable concepts to captivate audiences.
  • Managed and coordinated all aspects of production, from pre-planning to post-event evaluation.
  • Gathered and analysed data to measure success of productions and identify areas for improvement.
  • Produced award-winning short film, gaining international recognition and distribution.
  • Managed and guided creative teams to successfully execute projects from inception to completion.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive production within budget and on schedule.
  • Overcame production challenges and resolved issues promptly to minimise disruptions.
  • Collaborated closely with directors, writers and other creative professionals to bring projects to life.
  • Fostered collaborative and results-oriented work environment, overseeing production teams
  • Oversaw tend-to-end execution for seamless operations with comprehensive budget management and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Drafted scripts with clarity, active voice and to propel story forward.
  • Identified and managed potential risks to prevent delays, budget overruns and reputational damage.

HOLLYOAKS - CAMERA TRAINEE

Lime Pictures
Liverpool, Liverpool
08.2022 - 08.2022
  • Planned and prepared for numerous on-location and studio shoots concurrently.
  • Kept up-to-date with latest techniques, equipment and trends in video production.
  • Travelled to various locations to film, transporting necessary equipment.
  • Prepared equipment needed to conduct shoots smoothly.
  • Used test-and-learn approach to identify content most resonating with audiences.
  • Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with clients to achieve customer satisfaction.
  • Determined set-up of camera, sound and lighting equipment to produce precise results.

Education

GCSEs -

Hutton Church of England Grammar School
Preston, Lancashire
09/2014 - 06/2019

A-Levels -

Cardinal Newman College
Preston, Lancashire
09/2019 - 05/2021

BA - Filmmaking

Leeds Beckett University
Leeds
09/2021 -

Skills

  • Understudy background
  • Voiceover expertise
  • Independent films
  • Excellent comedic timing
  • Creative
  • Feature films
  • Improvisation expertise
  • Method acting expertise
  • Charismatic
  • Flexible schedule
  • Role-playing for age range 16 - 35
  • Television

Additional Information

  • MY IMDB PROFILE - https://m.imdb.com/name/nm13988547/?ref_=tt_cl_i_10
  • Nominated for “Ones to Watch” at the Into Film Awards 2022 and I had my showcased at the prestigious Odeon Leicester Square Cinema.
  • A Member of the National Youth Film Academy.
  • London Movie Awards - Won ‘Best Comedy' (2023) - The Search For Toby
  • Florence Film Awards - Won ‘Best Experimental Film' (2023) - The Search For Toby
  • EdiPlay International Film Festival - Won ‘Best Silent Film' (2021) - Clowning Around
  • Cinemagic Young Filmmaker of the Year - Selected ‘25 and Under' - (2021)

Languages

English
Native
French
Elementary
German
Intermediate

Timeline

HOLLYOAKS - CAMERA TRAINEE

Lime Pictures
08.2022 - 08.2022

Background Actor

VARIOUS
01.2022 - Current

Filmmaker

National Youth Film Academy
12.2021 - 11.2023

GCSEs -

Hutton Church of England Grammar School
09/2014 - 06/2019

A-Levels -

Cardinal Newman College
09/2019 - 05/2021

BA - Filmmaking

Leeds Beckett University
09/2021 -

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