Hi, I’m Samuel Bennett, a freelance camera operator, photographer and video editor based in Maidstone, Kent. Since earning my BA Hons in Independent Filmmaking in 2021, I’ve collaborated with SKY, Jiksaw, the Royal College of Music and Off The Kerb Productions, delivering dynamic visuals for broadcast and events. I also volunteer with non-profit organisations to help secure funding and grow audiences for shows, workshops and community projects. I run Smashett Productions and work across photography, videography, and post-production to bring stories to life.…

Samuel Bennett

Hi, I’m Samuel Bennett, a freelance camera operator, photographer and video editor based in Maidstone, Kent. Since earning my BA Hons in Independent Filmmaking in 2021, I’ve collaborated with SKY, Jiksaw, the Royal College of Music and Off The Kerb Productions, delivering dynamic visuals for broadcast and events. I also volunteer with non-profit organisations to help secure funding and grow audiences for shows, workshops and community projects. I run Smashett Productions and work across photography, videography, and post-production to bring stories to life.…

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Hi, I’m Samuel Bennett, a freelance camera operator, photographer and video editor based in Maidstone, Kent. Since earning my BA Hons in Independent Filmmaking in 2021, I’ve collaborated with SKY, Jiksaw, the Royal College of Music and Off The Kerb Productions, delivering dynamic visuals for broadcast and events. I also volunteer with non-profit organisations to help secure funding and grow audiences for shows, workshops and community projects. I run Smashett Productions and work across photography, videography, and post-production to bring stories to life.

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Work Experience

Lighting/Camera Assistant at Jiksaw
January 28, 2025 - January 28, 2025
Assisting on a variety of different projects, including a podcast for Tom Allen, various corporate & live event shoots and studio based photography shoots
AV Assistant at Changeling Theatre Company
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Assisted with audio-visual setup and production tasks (30+ hours noted).
Location Scout at Kent Film Office
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Location scout (35 hours) for various projects in 2017.
Camera Operator at Tom Allen’s Pottering podcast
February 1, 2025 - November 24, 2025
Camera operator for podcast productions.
Photographer at WITH intelligence events
May 1, 2025 - November 24, 2025
Photographer for events and experience shoots.
Videographer at Hounslow Street Pastors
July 1, 2025 - November 24, 2025
Video case study production.
Photographer at Off The Kerb
May 1, 2025 - November 24, 2025
Photography services for campaigns and events.
Videographer at Symphony of Light Dance Co.
April 1, 2025 - November 24, 2025
Video coverage for dance productions and events.
Video Editor at Jagged Edge Productions
October 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Video editing duties for productions.
Videographer at Changeling Theatre Company
June 1, 2024 - November 24, 2025
Freelance videography for theatre productions.
Camera Operator at Royal College of Music
April 1, 2024 - November 24, 2025
Camera operations for performances and sessions.
Videographer at UPC DOWNC
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Videography for a band; voluntary
Camera Operator at A New Day Festival
August 1, 2023 - November 24, 2025
Freelance camera operation for a festival.
Camera Operator / Editor at Sky
December 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Freelance camera operation and editing for Sky projects.
Videographer at Disco Drug Store
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Freelance videography for music group (2022–2023).
Videographer at Blood-Soaked Style
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Live music videography (2021).
Videographer at Harmony Maidstone
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Videography for voluntary and paid projects (2021–2023).
Gaffer at Bespoke Dad
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Gaffer role for an award-nominated short film (voluntary) in 2022.
Videographer at Maidstone Fringe Festival
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Voluntary videography (2021–2023).
Videographer at Maidstone Arts Group
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Voluntary videography (2021–2023).
Videographer at Hope Music Festival
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Voluntary videography (2021).
Camera Operator at Devonshire Primary School
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Camera operator for Nativity production (voluntary).
Freelance Camer a Operator at Changeling Theatre Company
June 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
On-location camera operation for theatre productions; collaborated with directors and production teams.
Camera Operator at Royal College of Music
April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
Freelance camera operator for performances and events; supported recording and multi-camera setups.
Videographer at UPCDownC
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Band videography; captured performances and promotional content.
Camera Operator at A New Day Festival
August 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
On-site camera operation for festival coverage and event documentation.
Gaffer / Spark at Bespoke Dad
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Lighting and on-set support for an award-nominated short film; contributed to lighting design and execution.
Camera Operator at Devonshire Primary School (Nativity)
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Volunteer camera operation for school nativity production; documented performance.
Videographer at Quintessentially British Events
August 26, 2024 - Present
Short promotional videos advertising the companies upcoming events

Education

Bachelor of Independent Filmmaking at University of Central Lancaster
September 3, 2018 - December 21, 2021
2:1 Ban Hons Certificate

Qualifications

Bachelor of Independent Filmmaking
September 1, 2018 - December 21, 2021
2:1 Ba Hons Certificate
BTEC Level 2 Creative Digital Media
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
UAL Level 3 Creative Digital Media
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Covid basic awareness on production training certificate
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
Drone & Model Aircraft Flyer ID
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet
    paper Pottering with Tom Allen

    I was bought on through the creative agency Jiksaw to oversee the technical aspects of the production for Tom Allen’s new podcast “pottering with Tom Allen”.

    This role required me to source, set-up and organise equipment for the production of the podcast. This included all the camera, audio, lighting & grip equipment, making sure that everything is correctly set up and organised making everything as smooth and stress free on the day as possible. I would also note down any ways to improve the workflow for the next shoot.

    A very fun yet challenging role which has made me think on my feet under pressure, juggle multiple tasks at once and be able to adapt to challenging conditions.

    paper Camera Operator for SKY

    Camera Operator for a business programme broadcast on Sky Channel 7 (Channel 181)