I'm Josh Rivett, a filmmaker and cinematographer based in Lincoln, United Kingdom. I am deeply passionate about creativity and storytelling, with hands-on experience across cameras, lighting, and editing gained through university projects and freelance work. I thrive in collaborative environments and mentoring fellow creatives, always aiming to deliver work that meets high standards. I was honoured to win the 2023 Best Cinematography award for an LSFMJ Student Short Film at the University of Lincoln, and I enjoy sharing my knowledge while continually learning from others.

Josh Rivett

I'm Josh Rivett, a filmmaker and cinematographer based in Lincoln, United Kingdom. I am deeply passionate about creativity and storytelling, with hands-on experience across cameras, lighting, and editing gained through university projects and freelance work. I thrive in collaborative environments and mentoring fellow creatives, always aiming to deliver work that meets high standards. I was honoured to win the 2023 Best Cinematography award for an LSFMJ Student Short Film at the University of Lincoln, and I enjoy sharing my knowledge while continually learning from others.

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I’m Josh Rivett, a filmmaker and cinematographer based in Lincoln, United Kingdom. I am deeply passionate about creativity and storytelling, with hands-on experience across cameras, lighting, and editing gained through university projects and freelance work. I thrive in collaborative environments and mentoring fellow creatives, always aiming to deliver work that meets high standards.

I was honoured to win the 2023 Best Cinematography award for an LSFMJ Student Short Film at the University of Lincoln, and I enjoy sharing my knowledge while continually learning from others.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Social Media Manager at Project Timber
March 1, 2025 - Present
Managed post schedule, graphic design, curated and edited content for an Instagram and Facebook account with over 13k followers combined. Oversaw customer interactions through META Business Suite and Intercom live chat. Worked with developers on Meta adverts. Planned, filmed and edited video content for the company. Performed Sales Executive duties, operating CRM (HubSpot), Work OS (Mondays), managing customer orders in WooCommerce, assisting customers in the buying process, and upselling products.
Brand Ambassador – Customer Acquisitions at Nine Yards Nottingham
September 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024
Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills by building rapport with customers in person. Developed resilience by overcoming blocks and objections, and spending quality time with quality people. Demonstrated self-management by planning routes to increase coverage and customer exposure.
DoP & Camera Operator at Beyond the Veil
April 1, 2024 - Present
Underwent Arri Systems Certification to use an Arri Alexa 4:3. Created storyboards and lighting plans from a lined script. Attended location recces to aid in the storyboarding process. Set up cameras and directed lighting positions. Offline, online & Colour-graded the final edit.
Maternity Cover at University of Lincoln
October 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
Provided maternity cover for a University of Lincoln technician in Film Production. Assisted senior lecturers in teaching cinematography for 1st & 2nd years. Gathered equipment from Media Loans and divided it into groups. Assisted students when needed.
Director at The Voice, Unvoiced
November 1, 2023 - Present
Sourced contributor for a documentary about a voice actor who underwent a Laryngectomy. Set up a 2-camera layout with 3-point lighting. Edited & colour graded. Commissioned music.
Videographer & Editor at Dela LTD
May 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
Set up cameras & lights for commercial interviews & company podcasts. Produced high-quality edits in Premier Pro for websites & social media channels.
Camera Operator & Editor at From Silence into Song
June 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Filmed a live performance, including interviews and behind-the-scenes footage. Edited the footage from 3 cameras to complete an hour-long coverage.
DoP & Camera Operator at Hippie Flipped
March 1, 2023 - March 1, 2023
Winner of a cinematography Award based on the film. Created storyboards & Lighting plans in collaboration with the Director. Tested footage and used it for a crowdfunding video. Operated the camera, using tripod & handheld techniques. Assisted in the edit & colour grade, giving my final say in the overall tone.

Education

Master of Arts at University of Lincoln
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor of Arts at University of Lincoln
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Master of Arts at University of Lincoln
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor of Arts at University of Lincoln
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

PixiPixel Cinematography Award for LSFMJ Student Graduation Short Film 2023
January 11, 2030 - May 19, 2026
Arri Camera Systems Certification
January 11, 2030 - May 19, 2026
BAFTA Albert Certified
January 11, 2030 - May 19, 2026
Drone Flying License
January 11, 2030 - May 19, 2026
PixiPixel Cinematography Award for best cinematography in the LSFMJ student graduation short film 2023
January 1, 2023 - May 20, 2026
Arri Camera Systems Certification
January 11, 2030 - May 20, 2026
BAFTA Albert Certified
January 11, 2030 - May 20, 2026
Drone Flying License
January 11, 2030 - May 20, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment