I am a creative and highly experienced photographer with a strong background in commercial, editorial and production environments. My career spans more than a decade assisting world-class photographers and working across major film and television productions, giving me a unique blend of visual storytelling, technical skill and on-set professionalism. I bring a strong eye for composition, lighting and detail, along with the ability to work quickly, collaboratively and confidently in high-pressure environments. My experience in both photography and location work allows me to understand creative briefs from multiple angles and deliver images that support narrative, brand identity and production needs.

Tom Goad

I am a creative and highly experienced photographer with a strong background in commercial, editorial and production environments. My career spans more than a decade assisting world-class photographers and working across major film and television productions, giving me a unique blend of visual storytelling, technical skill and on-set professionalism. I bring a strong eye for composition, lighting and detail, along with the ability to work quickly, collaboratively and confidently in high-pressure environments. My experience in both photography and location work allows me to understand creative briefs from multiple angles and deliver images that support narrative, brand identity and production needs.

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I am a creative and highly experienced photographer with a strong background in commercial, editorial and production environments. My career spans more than a decade assisting world-class photographers and working across major film and television productions, giving me a unique blend of visual storytelling, technical skill and on-set professionalism.

I bring a strong eye for composition, lighting and detail, along with the ability to work quickly, collaboratively and confidently in high-pressure environments. My experience in both photography and location work allows me to understand creative briefs from multiple angles and deliver images that support narrative, brand identity and production needs.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Photographer's Assistant
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2006
Assisted leading photographers including Mario Testino, Lord Snowdon, Uli Webber, Phillip Newton, Nick Clements and Elizabeth Hoff. Supported shoots for global brands including Conde Nast, Sony, Bentley, BBC, British Airways, Nike, McDonalds and M&S.
Supervising Location Manager / Location Manager / Location Scout
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2024
Worked on major productions for Apple, Netflix, Amazon, Disney, BBC, Sky and 20th Century Fox. Strengthened photography through visual storytelling, composition, collaboration with directors and designers, and fast problem solving.

Education

HND in Photomedia at Kingston University
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026

Qualifications

City & Guilds in Photography
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026
HND in Photomedia
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026
City & Guilds in Photography
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment