Samuel Loach

Utilised DaVinci Resolve software to create engaging social media videos, short films, and films.

• I edit, colour grade, add effects and audio to footage.
• Work alongside the creators, sending edited footage over until they are happy with the result.
• Responded swiftly to feedback to consistently meet project deadlines.
• Adapted quickly to feedback from clients, improving overall product quality.
• Worked on multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating excellent time-management skills.
• Followed storyboard guidelines to produce coherent narratives.

• Sell tickets and provide information to the public.
• Set up railcards, sell long distance and sleeper train tickets, season tickets, and more.
• Deal with cash and card payments.
• Dealt with customer complaints promptly to uphold service standards.
• Improved customer satisfaction with efficient ticketing and information services.
• Monitored CCTV systems regularly for surveillance and security purposes.
• Maintained station cleanliness for improved passenger experience.
• Arranged special assistance for disabled passengers, improving accessibility at the station.

• I am currently the 1st line IT support for people at my local church. Help fix issues ranging from resetting passwords and setting up accounts, to troubleshooting on phones, computers and more. I also have helped people of the congregation with troubleshooting issues within their homes as well including house phones and Wi-Fi issues.

• Setting up visual and sound equipment in the church and livestreaming their services to the public.
• Assisting with special events by preparing rooms, setting up sound equipment and projectors and engaging with members of the public.

• Conducted regular platform checks for potential hazards or obstructions.
• Facilitated station cleanliness with regular inspection and maintenance tasks.
• Maintained safety standards to prevent accidents.
• Assisted in emergency situations calmly, prioritising passenger safety.
• Assisted elderly passengers, improving their travel experience.

• Digging plots within the church graveyard for interments of ashes, providing pastoral support to those attending services and liaising with the Parish Office and Funeral Directors.
• Coordinated with clergy for planning special religious events.

• Assisting with special events by preparing rooms, setting up sound equipment and projectors and engaging with members of the public at funerals and weddings.
• Provided support during baptisms, weddings and funerals to guarantee seamless ceremonies.
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills whilst dealing with visitors and parishioners.
• Aided visiting preachers or bishops with their needs ensuring a comfortable stay and facilitating their duties.
• Maintained cleanliness and order within the church for a welcoming atmosphere.

• Loaded and unloaded vehicles safely, preventing injuries or accidents.
• Handled fragile items carefully, resulting in zero damage complaints.
• Provided excellent customer service, enhancing company reputation.
• Coordinated delivery schedules for optimum time management.
• Completed deliveries with a smile and patient, personalised service.
• Loaded vehicles safely and efficiently, securing items to prevent damage for high-volume deliveries.

• Filmed in churches, primary schools and houses of those being filmed.
• Filmed vicars and primary school children in their daily activities.
• Edited footage of each shoot to create a short reflective film.
• Each film was posted on YouTube and on the Chester Diocese page during the Christmas period.
• Filmed around the Chester Diocese area, including Blacon, Davenham, Lostock, Runcorn and more.

• Shadowing Phil Pike, Sound Mixer for the set of 'That Girl', where I acted as a runner and was assistant to Phil for six different scenes in the Henry Cotton building in Liverpool.
• I got to observe Phil as he worked, be among the crew and actors, get some hands-on experience and learn more about the sound industry and equipment used.

• Shadowing Alexander Van Ingen, a freelanced sound engineer who provides microphones and equipment for orchestral performances.
• I helped set up and test these microphones, learning about new equipment and meeting other people in the sound industry.

• Shadowing the Communications Officer and later interviewing him as part of a short film about livestreaming in the Church of England.

• Working alongside a production team as a runner, creating sizzler edits, and completing various sorting and organising tasks throughout the office.

• Shadowing the props department and a runner for an ITV TV series set in Heswall.
• I was able to talk to members of the crew, observe the takes and help set up rooms for the actors.