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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.
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Work Experience
Writer / Director / Producer / Founder at S.N. Watts Productions
January 1, 2022 - November 14, 2025Founded and operate an independent film and media production company specialising in narrative film, theatre, and music videos. Lead all stages of production—from concept development and pre-production logistics, scripting, budgeting, crewing/casting to on-set coordination, post-production, delivery and festival distribution. Collaborate with creative and technical teams to deliver award-winning content to international audiences.
Bar Supervisor at University of Sydney Union
January 1, 2025 - November 14, 2025Supervised 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.
Director / Producer at Venus in Fur (Stage Play)
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024Directed and produced stage adaptation; oversaw creative decisions, casting, rehearsals, set coordination, and production logistics. Collaborated with creative and technical teams to deliver a compelling performance.
Producer at Cocaine Candy (Short Film)
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024Produced short crime/comedy film; oversaw pre-production, budgeting, scheduling, and on-set coordination; credited on IMDb.
Writer / Director / Producer / Actor at Face the Music (Short Film)
January 1, 2025 - November 14, 2025Wrote, directed, produced, and acted in a short drama; led creative development and festival strategy for international audiences.
Camera Assistant at Odd One Out (Documentary)
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023Supported camera department; operated cameras and equipment; contributed to lighting and shot composition.
Cinematographer at Filmmaking 101 (Short Film)
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022Cinematography for a short film; lighting, framing, camera operation for a comedy/mockumentary.
Cinematographer at If Only I Was There (Short Film)
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022Cinematography for drama short film; camera work and lighting.
Director / Producer / Cinematographer / Editor at Raise the Bar (Music Video)
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022Directed and produced music video; cinematography and editing; collaborated with artist Coz-G.
Director / Producer / Cinematographer at Blank Fate (Music Video)
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022Directed and produced; cinematography.
Education
Certificate IV in Screen & Media - Journalism at Ultimo TAFE NSW
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022Diploma in Screen & Media - Film and TV at Academy of Film Television & Theatre, Sydney
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023Qualifications
Certificate IV in Screen & Media - Journalism
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022Diploma in Screen & Media - Film and TV
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment
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