Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer - Ripon Youth Theatre (2016 - Present)
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William Thirlaway

Ripon

Summary

A filmmaker with a passion for creating engaging and impactful stories through the medium of film.

I have experience in various aspects of filmmaking, such as video editing, film directing, acting and theatre directing.

I have edited videos for a variety of different purposes and audiences, such as commercial advertising, corporate videos, wedding videos, short films and more.

I have written and directed several of my own short films and have also acted in over 25 theatre productions, both in principle and supporting roles.

I have also directed some theatre productions, applying my skills in storytelling, visual composition and performance direction. I am always eager to learn new techniques and technologies to enhance my filmmaking abilities.

I am looking for opportunities to work on challenging and creative projects that will allow me to showcase my skills and develop as a filmmaker.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Video Production Specialist

Freelance
03.2023 - Current
  • Produced videography and edited footage for weddings, businesses, and schools.
  • Created promotional videos to increase interest in local schools.
  • Worked with clients to produce creative and engaging content.

Video Production Specialist

Clevershot
01.2021 - 07.2022
  • Edited videos for clients including IKEA, Express BiFolding Doors, IQ Student Accommodations and many other companies around the UK and Europe.
  • Used Adobe Premier Pro and After Effects to create engaging and visually pleasing videos which told stories which best demonstrates band image of clients whilst also staying unique to Clevershot’s storytelling visuals.
  • Learnt how to best manage my workflow to create quality and professional videos efficiently.

Social Media Coordinator

Clevershot
05.2022 - 07.2022
  • Undertook responsibility for social media platforms involving planning and scheduling 18 posts per month via Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter
  • Collated work of other office members to discover new content.
  • Created short form videos to post using footage from previous projects and existing content.
  • Researched latest social media trends and applied them to Clevershot.
  • Increased and monitored customer engagement through social media.

Warehouse Operator

Currys PC World
12.2019 - 08.2020
  • Worked in warehouse running stock to customers, replenishing shelves, organising stock, bringing in deliveries, and other warehouse tasks.
  • Worked independently in warehouse.
  • Experience working in fast pace environment during challenging times through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Videographer

Clevershot
07.2019 - 07.2019
  • Took footage over the course of a week for the Great Yorkshire Show which was included on their social media pages

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Filmmaking

Leeds Beckett University
Leeds
07.2023

A levels -

St John Fisher’s And St Aidan’s Associated Sixth Form
Harrogate
2017

GCSE -

St John Fisher's Catholic High School
Harrogate
2014

Skills

  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Film Directing
  • Theatre Directing
  • Full Adobe Creative Cloud Subscription
  • Canon C200 Camera
  • Social Media Management Experience (including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube)
  • Up to date advanced technical knowledge, including PCs, phones, and other modern technology

Volunteer - Ripon Youth Theatre (2016 - Present)

  • Coaching kids with singing, acting, and dancing.
  • Directing shows.

Timeline

Video Production Specialist

Freelance
03.2023 - Current

Social Media Coordinator

Clevershot
05.2022 - 07.2022

Video Production Specialist

Clevershot
01.2021 - 07.2022

Warehouse Operator

Currys PC World
12.2019 - 08.2020

Videographer

Clevershot
07.2019 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Filmmaking

Leeds Beckett University

A levels -

St John Fisher’s And St Aidan’s Associated Sixth Form

GCSE -

St John Fisher's Catholic High School
William Thirlaway