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I am a highly capable and experienced professional with a strong commercial awareness. As an effective communicator, I am extremely motivated and polite with a ‘can-do’ attitude. My background spans from photography to drone technology, and I have been involved in the industry since its inception.
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Work Experience
Self Employed Cameraman and Drone Operator at Droid-Cam
January 1, 2012 - June 13, 2024Built numerous drones ranging from small Cinewhoops to heavy lift craft. Operated cameras including Z Cam E2 S6, Sony FS7 & FX9, and GoPro. Edited video using Premiere Pro for over six years, with proficiency in After Effects and ongoing learning of Unreal Engine 5. Managed projects from camera assistant roles up to self-shooting editor and full project management.
Producer/Director/Editor (self-shotting) at Droid Cam Filming
January 1, 2012 - PresentSelf-shotting Producer/Director and Editor for Droid Cam Filming; manages projects from concept to delivery using Premiere Pro and After Effects. Drone operator with Sony FX3; experience with FS7/FX9; builds and pilots drones, including cinewhoops and heavy-lift crafts; skydiving influence informs aerial work.
Self Employed at Various (Commercial & Media Projects)
June 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012Presenter for Portsmouth Live TV; business consultant helping catering businesses maximise potential; distributor of endoscopic accessories to NHS/private hospitals; promoter of alcohol-free hand sanitizer; involved in wine industry sales and promotions.
Area Manager at Hennings Wine / Maxwell Fine Wines
November 1, 2009 - June 30, 2010Managed office operations post-acquisition; retained to support transition and ongoing activities.
Sales Director at Maxwell Fine Wines
June 1, 2006 - November 30, 2009Maintained and increased sales to trade, corporate and private customers; responsible for credit control, purchasing and local radio promotions.
Senior Wine Consultant at Vicomte Bernard de Romanet
February 1, 2001 - June 30, 2006Maintained a customer base and increased turnover; consistently in the top ten for new and recommended business within ~100 representatives.
Fence Erector at KL & JL Green
May 1, 2000 - February 28, 2001Interpreting technical drawings into solid structures.
Maitre D’Hotel at Allertons Restaurant & Brasserie, DeVere Grand Harbour
September 1, 1998 - December 31, 1999Responsible for day-to-day running of a 40-cover restaurant; PR and hotel marketing; promotions for gold card scheme; improved bookings.
Traveling at Self-Employed
July 1, 1997 - July 31, 1998Traveling across Australia, Singapore, Bali, New Zealand, Fiji, Hawaii and the United States; broadening cultural and professional perspectives.
Senior Chef de Rang at The Lanesborough
July 1, 1996 - July 31, 1997Senior station service in a 5-Diamond Award-winning restaurant; maintained high standards.
Chef de Rang at The Selfridge Hotel
September 1, 1994 - July 31, 1996Customer care, high standards, stock ordering and wine service; gained in-depth knowledge of wines and spirits.
Assistant Restaurant Manager at The Polygon Hotel, Southampton
November 1, 1992 - July 31, 1994Efficient restaurant operations in the manager’s absence; staff training and stock control; covered multiple duties.
Cocktail Barman / Head Waiter / Chef de Partie at The Queen’s Moat House Hotel
August 1, 1990 - November 30, 1992Gained broad cross-department hospitality experience; promoted regularly; developed wine service and customer care skills.
Director/Editor at DROID CAM
January 1, 2012 - PresentI lead various projects at DROID CAM, focusing on high-quality video production. My responsibilities include concept development, filming, editing, and delivering final products that meet client expectations. I have worked closely with clients to understand their needs and have successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously.
Photographer at Freelancer
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012As a freelance photographer, I have captured a variety of events and portraits. My work emphasizes storytelling through imagery and a keen eye for detail in every shot. I have collaborated with numerous clients to create memorable visual content tailored to their unique needs.
Self-shooting Producer/Director and Editor at Droid Cam
January 1, 2012 - PresentInvolved in the drone industry since 2010, I have built numerous drones and am proficient in editing and managing projects from start to finish.
Self Employed
June 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012Worked with a cross selection of businesses as a presenter and business consultant, promoting various products.
Area Manager at Hennings Wine
November 1, 2009 - June 1, 2010Temporary Restaurant Worker
January 1, 2000 - February 1, 2001Worked in a temporary capacity for restaurants in the Hampshire area.
Maitre D’Hotel at Allertons Restaurant & Brasserie
September 1, 1998 - December 1, 1999Assistant Restaurant Manager at The Polygon Hotel
November 1, 1992 - July 1, 1994Cocktail Barman at The Queen’s Moat House Hotel
August 1, 1990 - November 1, 1992Temporary Work at Various Restaurants
January 1, 2000 - February 1, 2001Maitre D’ Hotel at Allertons Restaurant & Brasserie, De Vere Grand Harbour
September 1, 1998 - December 1, 1999Senior Chef de Rang at The Lanesborough, Conservatory Restaurant
July 1, 1996 - July 1, 1997Cocktail Barman, Restaurant Head Waiter, Chef de Partie at The Queen’s Moat House Hotel
August 1, 1990 - November 1, 1992Education
L’Académie du Vin Certificate Course at L’Academie du Vin
January 1, 1996 - December 22, 2025Royal Institute of Public Health and Hygiene Primary Certificate; Hygiene for Food Handlers at Royal Institute of Public Health and Hygiene
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025DeVere Staff Appraisal Skills Certificate at DeVere
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025Qualifications
9 GCSEs
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025Fork Lift Certificate of Basic Training
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Personal Licence Holders
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Personal Licence Holders
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025Fork Lift Certificate of Basic Training
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025L’Académie du Vin Certificate Course
January 1, 1996 - December 22, 2025Royal Institute of Public Health and Hygiene Primary Certificate; in Hygiene for Food Handlers
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025Inter-hotel and Restaurants Cook and Service
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Personal Licence Holders
November 1, 2002 - November 1, 2007Business Network International Notable Networker Award
January 11, 2030 - January 9, 2026L’Academie du Vin Certificate Course
January 1, 1996 - January 9, 2026Inter-hotel and Restaurants Cook and Service Heart of England Salon Culinaire Silver medal
January 11, 2030 - January 9, 2026Academy Culinaire de France semi-finalist
January 1, 1995 - January 9, 2026Royal Institute of Public Health and Hygiene Primary Certificate in Hygiene for Food Handlers
January 11, 2030 - January 9, 2026De Vere Staff Appraisal Skills Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 9, 2026BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Personal Licence Holders
November 1, 2002 - November 1, 2007Business Network International Notable Networker Award
January 11, 2030 - January 9, 2026L’Academie du Vin Certificate Course
January 1, 1996 - January 9, 2026Heart of England Salon Culinaire Silver Medal
January 11, 2030 - January 9, 2026Academy Culinaire de France, semi-finalist
January 1, 1995 - January 9, 2026Royal Institute of Public Health and Hygiene Primary Certificate in Hygiene for Food Handlers
January 11, 2030 - January 9, 2026De Vere Staff Appraisal Skills Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 9, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Retail
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