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Zachariah Pike

Exmouth,England

Summary

Creative individual with a passion for storytelling, film and broadcasting seeks filmmaking opportunity. Confident in communication and presentation, able to engage diverse audiences. Organised with excellent planning skills to manage changing priorities under pressure. 4 years experience in editing, directing, screen writing, graphic design, production management and sound design. Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work history

Casual sales assistant

Fraser's Group
Exmouth, Devon
2022.10 - Current

Maximised sales opportunities. Presented product features and benefits, performing product demonstrations to help visualisation.

  • Used creative flair and interest in latest fashion trends to effectively influence customer style choices.
  • Monitored display stock levels, replenishing for consistently well-stocked sales floor.
  • Completed purchases with cash, credit and debit payment methods, providing customer receipts for reference.
  • Assisted customers in locating specific items to boost satisfaction.
  • Carried out back-of-house maintenance, for clear, easy-to-navigate stockroom management.

Filmmaker

N/A
Exmouth, Devon
2021.12 - Current
  • Exported final cuts, uploading to content management system and client platforms.
  • Edited large amounts of raw footage within assigned timescales.
  • Adapted video editing techniques to suit different genres and audience preferences.
  • Maintained consistent and cohesive visual style across various video projects.
  • Integrated visual and audio elements to produce polished and professional videos.
  • Applied creative storytelling techniques to convey compelling narratives in video productions.
  • Edited and crafted engaging video content, enhancing brand visibility and audience engagement.
  • Organised schedules for smooth production and on-time delivery of creatives.
  • Visited various locations for shoots and oversaw live operations as head of field production team.
  • Alleviated issues between actors on set to keep projects on track and avoid delays or budget overages.
  • Directed technical teams in positioning scenery, props and equipment.
  • Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, smoothly handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
  • Wrote or oversaw writing for film scripts.
  • Oversaw version management and film archives.
  • Managed budgets and expenditure to keep production profitable.
  • Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, producing highly successful shows.
  • Found appropriate stories and ideas for programming to engage target audiences and hook advertisers.
  • Inspected and approved costuming and set design choices.

Education

GCSEs - English, Maths, R.P.E, Media, Drama, History and Science

Exmouth Community College
Exmouth
09/2018 - 07/2021

A-Levels - Film and BTEC Media

Exmouth Community College
Exmouth
09/2021 - 07/2023

Skills

  • Calm under pressure
  • Strong leadership
  • Cast and crew supervision
  • Video production oversight
  • Script review and revision
  • Creative production techniques
  • Persuasive negotiator
  • Project budgeting
  • Adept in Premiere Pro, Capcut and Photoshop
  • Multi-camera editing
  • Screenwriting expertise

Accomplishments

  • Wrote, directed, edited, sound designed and produced a horror short titled "Beyond The Green" with no budget, supervision or large scale team, at just 18.

Timeline

Casual sales assistant

Fraser's Group
2022.10 - Current

Filmmaker

N/A
2021.12 - Current

GCSEs - English, Maths, R.P.E, Media, Drama, History and Science

Exmouth Community College
09/2018 - 07/2021

A-Levels - Film and BTEC Media

Exmouth Community College
09/2021 - 07/2023
Zachariah Pike