I am a friendly and outgoing person with strong and effective organisational and communication skills. I work well as part of a team but also on my own initiative. I pride myself on being able to achieve objectives and have the ability to think innovatively, especially when it comes to problem solving. I am a computer literate, versatile team member who learns new tasks and skills quickly and proficiently. My work experience spans leadership roles in video production, studio operations, camera operation, and multi-skilled technical roles in live broadcast studios. I have extensive technical and creative skills that enable me to support and manage a variety of production tasks from pre-production through live events and post-production workflows.

Jo Hunt

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I am a friendly and outgoing person with strong and effective organisational and communication skills. I work well as part of a team but also on my own initiative. I pride myself on being able to achieve objectives and have the ability to think innovatively, especially when it comes to problem solving. I am a computer literate, versatile team member who learns new tasks and skills quickly and proficiently. My work experience spans leadership roles in video production, studio operations, camera operation, and multi-skilled technical roles in live broadcast studios. I have extensive technical and creative skills that enable me to support and manage a variety of production tasks from pre-production through live events and post-production workflows.

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I am a friendly and outgoing person with strong and effective organisational and communication skills. I work well as part of a team but also on my own initiative. I pride myself on being able to achieve objectives and have the ability to think innovatively, especially when it comes to problem solving. I am a computer literate, versatile team member who learns new tasks and skills quickly and proficiently.

My work experience spans leadership roles in video production, studio operations, camera operation, and multi-skilled technical roles in live broadcast studios. I have extensive technical and creative skills that enable me to support and manage a variety of production tasks from pre-production through live events and post-production workflows.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Head of Video at Progressive Property
August 31, 2024 - July 16, 2025
Led a team of Videographers who created engaging social media content, podcasts, adverts, training courses and event recordings for the company and their agency clients. Ensured all projects met high-quality standards and company or client branding requirements. Researched editorial ideas, sourced suitable music and B-roll, transcribed audio recordings for diverse marketing materials using Adobe Premiere Pro, VidIQ and VeedIO. Managed YouTube channels optimizing SEO with Tube Buddy and VidIQ. Supported technical operations for events, webinars and studio management including live training sessions and remote podcast recordings using OBS, Zoom, Streamyard and Riverside.
Senior Multi-Skilled Studio Operator at Ideal Shopping Direct Ltd
February 28, 2022 - July 16, 2025
Managed camera, audio, lighting and vision control for multiple live studios. Collaborated with studio directors and producers on technical requests for live broadcasts and pre-records. Mentored and trained multi-skilled operators, specialized in camera operation including PTZ operations. Created LED screen and light installations for sets and events. Assisted in filming and editing product demonstration videos and supported the creative department. Handled departmental administration including appraisals, timesheets, training documents and studio rotas. Carried out health and safety duties including PAT testing and risk assessments.
Senior Camera Operator at Ideal Shopping Direct Ltd
April 30, 2013 - July 16, 2025
Led a team of camera operators for a multi-studio live broadcast channel. Mentored and trained camera and technical operators primarily in camera operation including pedestal, jib and handheld cameras. Managed departmental administration such as rotas, absence/holiday requests, and training documentation. Coordinated daily with production departments to allocate crew and equipment for live shows, pre-records, and location filming. Performed studio and location operational duties as required.
Camera Operator at Ideal Shopping Direct Ltd
April 30, 2012 - July 16, 2025
Operated studio cameras including pedestal mounted and handheld cameras for multiple live broadcast channels. Operated Jimmy Jib and Polecam on studio and location shoots. Worked on in-house promotions and demonstration productions with Sony and Canon equipment. Gained lighting experience including green screen usage. Followed studio and location health and safety practices, including risk assessments and electrical safety. Undertook shift leader responsibilities during senior operator absences including liaising with production and staff allocation.
Senior VT Producer/Director/Promo Producer at Ideal Shopping Direct Ltd
October 31, 2009 - July 16, 2025
Produced in-house on-air promotions and demonstration videos, leading the team for three years. Created briefs and concepts for promotions and informative videos. Oversaw projects from pre-production to transmission meeting deadlines. Managed budgeting, location bookings, crew, equipment, voice artists, models, actors including child licenses and contracts. Contributed to channel on-screen branding design. Worked as a single person camera crew in studio and on location in the UK and abroad. Directed single and multi-camera shoots, wrote scripts, planned risk assessments, and ensured health and safety compliance. Assisted team members with production queries and liaised with post-production and design teams.

Education

National Diploma in Visual Communication at West Herts College
August 21, 1989 - June 12, 1992
CPVE at Leisure and Recreation
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001
GSCE at Mature Mathematics, Mature English, Mathematics, English, Physics, History, Art and Photography
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001

Qualifications

GSCE
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025
B-TEC National Diploma in Visual Communications
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025
CPVE in Leisure and Recreation
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction