Hi, I’m Archie Macdonald, a 2nd AC looking to expand on-set in the camera department with aspirations to become a Director of Photography and filmmaker. I’ve already gained hands-on experience as the 2nd Assistant Camera on the feature GOD-TECH and I’m eager to work on more film and TV productions in the future. On set, I bring on-set experience, precision, adaptability and the ability to thrive under pressure, along with strong communication and collaboration skills with camera and other departments. I’m based in London/East Sussex and comfortable with a range of cameras (Black Magic, Sony A7S, Canon C100) and editing tools, ready to contribute to compelling storytelling.

Archie Macdonald

Hi, I’m Archie Macdonald, a 2nd AC looking to expand on-set in the camera department with aspirations to become a Director of Photography and filmmaker. I’ve already gained hands-on experience as the 2nd Assistant Camera on the feature GOD-TECH and I’m eager to work on more film and TV productions in the future. On set, I bring on-set experience, precision, adaptability and the ability to thrive under pressure, along with strong communication and collaboration skills with camera and other departments. I’m based in London/East Sussex and comfortable with a range of cameras (Black Magic, Sony A7S, Canon C100) and editing tools, ready to contribute to compelling storytelling.

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Hi, I’m Archie Macdonald, a 2nd AC looking to expand on-set in the camera department with aspirations to become a Director of Photography and filmmaker. I’ve already gained hands-on experience as the 2nd Assistant Camera on the feature GOD-TECH and I’m eager to work on more film and TV productions in the future. On set, I bring on-set experience, precision, adaptability and the ability to thrive under pressure, along with strong communication and collaboration skills with camera and other departments. I’m based in London/East Sussex and comfortable with a range of cameras (Black Magic, Sony A7S, Canon C100) and editing tools, ready to contribute to compelling storytelling.

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Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director/Writer/Producer at Self Funded
December 23, 2025 - December 23, 2025
Directed and produced The Homeless Curse, a self-funded short film to raise awareness for Crisis; responsibilities included fundraising, writing, directing, and producing. Organized Waterloo Graffiti Tunnel Artwork fundraising event.
2nd Assistant Camera at Invisible Sword Productions
June 3, 2025 - July 21, 2025
On-set role as 2nd Assistant Camera on feature GOD-TECH; supported DOP and camera department.
Bartender at East Sussex National
November 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Bartender at East Sussex National Hotel.
Bar Staff at Mint
August 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023
Brighton Amex Stadium Sodexo Bar - Bar Staff
Customer Assistant at Applegreen
August 1, 2023 - November 30, 2023
Customer assistant at Applegreen.
Bar Staff at Mint
August 5, 2023 - August 6, 2023
Brighton Pride Fabuloso In The Park 2023 – Bar Staff (two-day event).
Kitchen Assistant at The Griffin Inn
February 1, 2023 - February 28, 2023
Kitchen assistant at The Griffin Inn.
Writer/Director/Producer at Self Funded (The Homeless Curse)
January 1, 2025 - December 23, 2025
Directed, wrote and produced a self-funded short film to raise awareness of homelessness for Crisis; organised Waterloo Graffiti Tunnel Artwork fundraising event.
2nd Assistant Camera at Invisible Sword Productions (GOD-TECH)
June 3, 2025 - July 21, 2025
Supported the camera department as 2nd AC on the feature GOD-TECH; responsibilities included loading, lens changes, marking and assisting the focus puller.
Bar Staff at Mint (Brighton Amex Stadium)
August 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023
Bar staff during events; teamwork to maintain smooth operation.
Bar Staff at Mint (Brighton Pride Fabuloso In The Park 2023)
August 5, 2023 - August 6, 2023
Bar staffing at festival event.

Education

BA Honours in Digital Film Production at Ravensbourne University
September 20, 2018 - June 18, 2021
BTEC Level 3 Creative Media Production at Sussex Downs College, Lewes
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
GCSEs at Uckfield Community Technology College
September 5, 2011 - June 23, 2016
BA Honours in Digital Film Production (2:1) at Ravensbourne University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
BTEC Level 3 in Performing Arts (Single) - Distinction at Sussex Downs College, Lewes
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
BTEC Level 3 in Creative Media Production (Double) - Distinction/Merit at Sussex Downs College, Lewes
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
GCSEs at Uckfield Community Technology College
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

BA Honours in Digital Film Production
September 20, 2018 - June 18, 2021
BTEC Level 3 Creative Media Production
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
GCSEs
September 5, 2011 - June 23, 2016

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment