SAMUEL BARLOW
Gateshead
Summary
Creative and technically skilled professional with a Master’s in Film and TV Production (Distinction) and hands-on experience across film, television, and theatre. Proven in lighting, production, and assistant directing, with recent work on immersive art projects and live events. Experienced across Europe, setting up lighting rigs and supporting diverse productions. Brings strong technical skills, adaptability, and a team-first mindset from backgrounds in sales and the British Army Reserves.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Lighting Technician (Casual)
Mandy Lights
2024.09 - 2025.04
- Rigged and set up lighting fixtures for live events and immersive installations across the UK and Europe
- Installed and addressed DMX-controlled fixtures, managing signal flow and patching
- Ran and secured data and power cabling (DMX, PowerCON, Econ, IEC)
- Assisted with lighting console setup and configuration (MA)
- Maintained equipment and followed strict safety protocols during load-in/load-out
Crowd Runner
BBC, Smoggie Queens
2024.07 - 2024.07
- Coordinated background artists, ensuring timely briefings and readiness on set
- Acted as liaison between 2nd AD, background talent, and production departments
- Supported departments including transport, costume, and makeup
- Assisted with on-set logistics including paperwork, lock-offs, and kit management
Location Marshall
DNA Films
2024.06 - 2024.07
- Oversaw safe movement of cast and crew on location shoots
- Controlled access to restricted areas in collaboration with production and security
- Helped set up and secure location gear including rigging and camera setups
- Maintained clear communication with the 2nd AD to ensure smooth production flow
Various Sales and Customer Service Roles
Other
2017.01 - 2024.08
- Delivered excellent customer service in various hospitality and sales environments, attending to customer needs and concerns resolving technical queries and exceeding sales targets
Army Reservist
British Army
2022.11 - 2024.02
Education
MA - Film & TV Production (Distinction)
University of Sunderland
2023.01 - 2024.01
BA (Hons) - Screen Production for Film & TV (2:1)
University of Sunderland
2018.01 - 2022.01
Skills
- Lighting setup & rigging
- Power & data management
- Inventory & equipment maintenance
- Outdoor/on-location coordination
- Fast learner
- Adaptable
- Computer literate
- Proactive team player
Technical skills
· Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere Pro
· Lighting Consoles (MA), DMX/PowerCON/Econ Cabling
· BAFTA Albert Certified
Timeline
Lighting Technician (Casual)
Mandy Lights
2024.09 - 2025.04
Crowd Runner
BBC, Smoggie Queens
2024.07 - 2024.07
Location Marshall
DNA Films
2024.06 - 2024.07
MA - Film & TV Production (Distinction)
University of Sunderland
2023.01 - 2024.01
Army Reservist
British Army
2022.11 - 2024.02
BA (Hons) - Screen Production for Film & TV (2:1)
University of Sunderland
2018.01 - 2022.01
Various Sales and Customer Service Roles
Other
2017.01 - 2024.08