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I have spent most of my career as a photographer with a wide and unique skillset spanning motorsport, sales, automotive, the arts, journalism, and media production. My extensive experience includes studio and set design, lighting, styling, storyboarding, postproduction, and live event photography. I am highly skilled in customer service, management, and team leadership, often supervising large teams both onsite and remotely. I pride myself on being a people person, which has enabled me to successfully sell my services to prestigious clients such as Formula One teams, automotive manufacturers, and sports clubs. Throughout my career, I have embraced new challenges and continuously sought opportunities for growth. This has included mentoring and training colleagues, managing HR and operations at a karting circuit where I increased profits significantly, and venturing into professional acting with several lead and supporting roles. I hold a full UK driving license, DBS certificate, and substantial insurance coverage, and I am always eager to pursue further training and qualifications to enhance my professional skills.…I have spent most of my career as a photographer with a wide and unique skillset spanning motorsport, sales, automotive, the arts, journalism, and media production. My extensive experience includes studio and set design, lighting, styling, storyboarding, postproduction, and live event photography. I am highly skilled in customer service, management, and team leadership, often supervising large teams both onsite and remotely. I pride myself on being a people person, which has enabled me to successfully sell my services to prestigious clients such as Formula One teams, automotive manufacturers, and sports clubs. Throughout my career, I have embraced new challenges and continuously sought opportunities for growth. This has included mentoring and training colleagues, managing HR and operations at a karting circuit where I increased profits significantly, and venturing into professional acting with several lead and supporting roles. I hold a full UK driving license, DBS certificate, and substantial insurance coverage, and I am always eager to pursue further training and qualifications to enhance my professional skills.

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I have spent most of my career as a photographer with a wide and unique skillset spanning motorsport, sales, automotive, the arts, journalism, and media production. My extensive experience includes studio and set design, lighting, styling, storyboarding, postproduction, and live event photography. I am highly skilled in customer service, management, and team leadership, often supervising large teams both onsite and remotely. I pride myself on being a people person, which has enabled me to successfully sell my services to prestigious clients such as Formula One teams, automotive manufacturers, and sports clubs. Throughout my career, I have embraced new challenges and continuously sought opportunities for growth. This has included mentoring and training colleagues, managing HR and operations at a karting circuit where I increased profits significantly, and venturing into professional acting with several lead and supporting roles. I hold a full UK driving license, DBS certificate, and substantial insurance coverage, and I am always eager to pursue further training and qualifications to enhance my professional skills.…I have spent most of my career as a photographer with a wide and unique skillset spanning motorsport, sales, automotive, the arts, journalism, and media production. My extensive experience includes studio and set design, lighting, styling, storyboarding, postproduction, and live event photography. I am highly skilled in customer service, management, and team leadership, often supervising large teams both onsite and remotely. I pride myself on being a people person, which has enabled me to successfully sell my services to prestigious clients such as Formula One teams, automotive manufacturers, and sports clubs. Throughout my career, I have embraced new challenges and continuously sought opportunities for growth. This has included mentoring and training colleagues, managing HR and operations at a karting circuit where I increased profits significantly, and venturing into professional acting with several lead and supporting roles. I hold a full UK driving license, DBS certificate, and substantial insurance coverage, and I am always eager to pursue further training and qualifications to enhance my professional skills.

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I have spent most of my career as a photographer with a wide and unique skillset spanning motorsport, sales, automotive, the arts, journalism, and media production. My extensive experience includes studio and set design, lighting, styling, storyboarding, postproduction, and live event photography. I am highly skilled in customer service, management, and team leadership, often supervising large teams both onsite and remotely. I pride myself on being a people person, which has enabled me to successfully sell my services to prestigious clients such as Formula One teams, automotive manufacturers, and sports clubs.

Throughout my career, I have embraced new challenges and continuously sought opportunities for growth. This has included mentoring and training colleagues, managing HR and operations at a karting circuit where I increased profits significantly, and venturing into professional acting with several lead and supporting roles. I hold a full UK driving license, DBS certificate, and substantial insurance coverage, and I am always eager to pursue further training and qualifications to enhance my professional skills.

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Work Experience

Head Photographer at Abacus Autosport

December 31, 2020 - September 2, 2025

Joined at startup in August 2001 and quickly became official photographer for several Formula One teams, professional sports teams, automotive manufacturers, and recording artists. Successfully negotiated contracts to supply marketing photography for major car manufacturers including FIAT, Alfa Romeo, VW, and Mazda. Developed skills in customer service, social media, sales, negotiation, PR, advertising, team management, budgeting, and planning. Responsible for hiring, training, and mentoring junior staff.

Motorsport Editor / News + Features Writer at The Upcoming

December 31, 2012 - September 2, 2025

Hired as motorsport and Formula One editor for start-up entertainment website. Wrote primarily motorsport and Formula One stories and race reviews, expanded into general sports, news, live music coverage, and photography. Responsibilities included hiring and mentoring new staff.

Professional Actor

January 1, 2011 - Present

Registered professional status with Spotlight since 2011. Had several lead and supporting roles in movies and TV. Acting work provided flexibility to spend time with children while growing up, sometimes involving them on set.

Assistant Manager and Race Director at GP Karting

December 31, 2009 - September 2, 2025

Rejuvenated local kart circuit business by implementing CRM system and operational improvements, increasing turnover by almost 50%. Managed whole facility part-time, organized corporate events, and gained race director, fire marshal, and first aid certifications. Improved HR practices, staff training, and mediation to create a happy and productive workplace.

Photographer and Studio Manager at Picturehouse

July 31, 2001 - September 2, 2025

Started photography career post-school, rising to studio manager responsible for full operations including customer service, advertising, staffing, payroll, bookkeeping, and supplies. Photographed studio sessions and on location for commercial products, pack shots, catalogues, food, interiors, and weddings.

Head Photographer at Abacus Autosport

December 31, 2020 - September 2, 2025

Joined a start-up in August 2001, quickly becoming the official photographer for multiple Formula One teams, race series, automotive manufacturers, and recording artists. Negotiated and secured contracts with clients like FIAT, Alfa Romeo, VW, and Mazda for marketing photography. Developed skills in customer service, social media, sales, negotiation, PR, advertising, team management, budgeting, and planning. Responsible for hiring, training, and mentoring junior staff.

Motorsport Editor / News & Features Writer at The Upcoming

December 31, 2012 - September 2, 2025

Hired as Motorsport and Formula One editor, writing race reviews, motorsport stories, and general sports and news content. Also covered live music with photography. Managed staff recruitment and mentored new hires. Role grew from part-time to essentially a second full-time job over time.

Professional Actor

January 1, 2011 - Present

Began acting professionally in 2011 after role as movie extra. Registered with Spotlight and obtained several lead and supporting roles in movies and TV. Acting work allowed flexible schedule to spend time with family during children’s upbringing.

Assistant Manager and Race Director at GP Karting

December 31, 2009 - September 2, 2025

Managed and rejuvenated a local kart circuit from 2006 to 2009. Implemented CRM systems and operational improvements resulting in nearly 50% revenue increase. Undertook race director, fire marshal, and first aid training. Organized and hosted corporate events. Improved HR practices, employee training, workplace culture, and customer service to enhance staff retention and profitability.

Photographer and Studio Manager at Picturehouse

July 31, 2001 - September 2, 2025

Started career here between 1990 and 2001. Managed daily studio operations including customer service, advertising, marketing, recruitment, payroll, ordering, and cash handling. Photographed studio sessions for commercial products, pack shots, catalogues, food, interiors, and weddings on location.