Shannon Watts

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I'm Shannon Watts, an award-winning filmmaker and production professional with experience across film, theatre, and live events.

About

I’m Shannon Watts, an award-winning filmmaker and production professional with experience across film, theatre, and live events. I love coordinating the big picture and the small details—from concept development and budgeting to on-set coordination and post-production. My work balances a trade-based technical background with WHS awareness and a collaborative, people-first approach.

I thrive on advancing shows, building sets, and delivering high-quality content with efficiency, precision, and creativity for international audiences.

  • 3 years' experience
  • Joined November 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment

Work experience· 10 roles

Writer / Director / Producer / Actor · Face the Music (Short Film)Jan 2025 – Nov 2025 · 11 mos

Wrote, directed, produced, and acted in a short drama; led creative development and festival strategy for international audiences.

Bar Supervisor · University of Sydney UnionJan 2025 – Nov 2025 · 11 mos

Supervised daily bar operations, ensuring efficient service flow, stock management, and adherence to responsible service standards. Coordinated with venue operations during events with bar staff and security, maintaining safety, smooth service and customer satisfaction. Assisted with staff training, opening and closing procedures, and shift leadership to ensure consistency and professionalism across teams.

Producer · Cocaine Candy (Short Film)Dec 2024 – Dec 2024 · 1 mo

Produced short crime/comedy film; oversaw pre-production, budgeting, scheduling, and on-set coordination; credited on IMDb.

Director / Producer · Venus in Fur (Stage Play)Dec 2024 – Dec 2024 · 1 mo
Camera Assistant · Odd One Out (Documentary)Dec 2023 – Dec 2023 · 1 mo
Director / Producer / Cinematographer · Blank Fate (Music Video)Dec 2022 – Dec 2022 · 1 mo
Director / Producer / Cinematographer / Editor · Raise the Bar (Music Video)Dec 2022 – Dec 2022 · 1 mo
Cinematographer · If Only I Was There (Short Film)Dec 2022 – Dec 2022 · 1 mo

Education

Certificate IV in Screen & Media - Journalism · Ultimo TAFE NSW2022
Diploma in Screen & Media - Film and TV · Academy of Film Television & Theatre, Sydney2022 – 2023

Certifications and awards

Certificate IV in Screen & Media - Journalism2022
Diploma in Screen & Media - Film and TV2022 – 2023

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