I am a quick learner with a passion for Film and TV and am always eager to embrace new challenges and develop new skills. I have experience across film production, lighting, cinematography and editing, and I thrive in collaborative team settings.

Amy Thewlis

I am a quick learner with a passion for Film and TV and am always eager to embrace new challenges and develop new skills. I have experience across film production, lighting, cinematography and editing, and I thrive in collaborative team settings.

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I am a quick learner with a passion for Film and TV and am always eager to embrace new challenges and develop new skills.

I have experience across film production, lighting, cinematography and editing, and I thrive in collaborative team settings.

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Work Experience

Student Ambassador at University of Manchester
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Part-time role representing the Drama and Film Department on open days, interview days, and school visits; delivering friendly customer service and ensuring every order was delivered to perfection.
Barista at Costa Coffee
September 1, 2025 - Present
University course module – Documentary making. Led by experienced documentary filmmakers, I worked in a group of three to plan, shoot and edit a short documentary using industry-grade camera and editing equipment. Barista duties and customer service.
Volunteer – Town Guides at Beefeater (Whitbread)
March 1, 2021 - July 1, 2022
Volunteer for 1 Tonbridge Town Guides; supported weekly events and assisted with organisation and supervision.
Bartender at Beefeater (Whitbread)
July 1, 2022 - September 1, 2023
Moved to part-time at 1 Tonbridge Rainbow, supporting the weekly programme of events; provided customer service and event support.
Young Leader / Unit Helper at Girlguiding
March 1, 2021 - June 1, 2025
G i r l g u i d i n g: guiding responsibilities, delivering activities, and ensuring safety and engagement for unit members.
Lighting Technician / Cinematographer / Editor at Fuse TV (Student Society) / UOM Film Making Society
September 1, 2022 - June 1, 2025
Experience with pre-production, on-set and post-production aspects of film making; managed multiple edit projects in tandem; roles included lighting, cinematography and editing.
Photographer at Proud Fest 2025
July 1, 2025 - July 2, 2025
Photographer covering an event featuring sensitive subject matter (children) at a family-targeted event; collaborated with other photographers for coverage.
Lighting / Video Technician at Knutsford Little Theatre
January 1, 2025 - Present
Lighting and video technician; responsible for lighting, rigging, and live feed coverage for theatre productions.
Theatre Practitioner at Theatre in Prisons and Probation
March 1, 2021 - March 3, 2021
Theatre practitioner experience through the University; planned and led a three-day theatre workshop in a prison; created adaptable workshop scenarios.
Assistant Facilitator at Lily Through a Lens
January 1, 2023 - Present
Supporting weekly film-making workshops; created a fun, safe environment for participants to learn and practice film-making.

Education

BA (Theatre Studies) at University of Manchester
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
GCSEs at Bennett Memorial Diocesan School
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026

Qualifications

Full driver's license
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services