Hi there, I’m C.V. Preston Wastney, a film-minded professional in my forties with a proven work ethic and hands-on experience across multiple industries. I've contributed as a producer, writer, actor, and team leader on student and independent productions, supported by formal study in film production and content creation at Yoobee College in Wellington. I thrive in collaborative environments—from on-set health and safety to hospitality teams—consistently delivering quality work, staying organized under pressure, and continually expanding my craft in film, writing, and production.

C.V. Preston Wastney

Hi there, I’m C.V. Preston Wastney, a film-minded professional in my forties with a proven work ethic and hands-on experience across multiple industries. I've contributed as a producer, writer, actor, and team leader on student and independent productions, supported by formal study in film production and content creation at Yoobee College in Wellington. I thrive in collaborative environments—from on-set health and safety to hospitality teams—consistently delivering quality work, staying organized under pressure, and continually expanding my craft in film, writing, and production.

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Hi there, I’m C.V. Preston Wastney, a film-minded professional in my forties with a proven work ethic and hands-on experience across multiple industries. I’ve contributed as a producer, writer, actor, and team leader on student and independent productions, supported by formal study in film production and content creation at Yoobee College in Wellington.

I thrive in collaborative environments—from on-set health and safety to hospitality teams—consistently delivering quality work, staying organized under pressure, and continually expanding my craft in film, writing, and production.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Beginner
Beginner
Beginner
Beginner

Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Bakery Assistant at Shelly Bay Bakers
January 1, 2025 - Present
Bakery assistant
Food Preparer at Oikos Hellenic Cuisine
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Food preparation
Quality Assurance / Process Worker / First Aider at Sea Lord's Ltd
January 1, 2022 - Present
Quality assurance, first aider, process worker
Senior Waiter / Coffee Barista / Bartender at Honest Lawyer Pub and Café
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Senior waiter, coffee barista, bartender
Security Guard at Allied Security
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Security guard for events and government buildings
Senior Care Giver at Ryman Healthcare Ltd
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Senior caregiver, physiotherapy assistant
Caregiver / Physiotherapy Assistant at Ryman Healthcare Ltd
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2017
Producer / Health & Safety Officer at Hemlock Cabin (short film)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Producer and Health & Safety Officer on Hemlock Cabin (short film)
Health & Safety Officer at The Loop (short film)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Health & Safety Officer on The Loop (short film)
Grip / Extra at Lost Signal Productions
January 1, 2025 - Present
Grip and extra actor on Lost Signal Productions project
Actor at Fiddler on the Roof
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Actor (played the constable)
Actor at Theatrix
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Actor (Nelson)

Education

Diploma in Film Production (Level 6) at Yoobee College, Wellington
January 11, 2030 - March 17, 2026
Diploma in Film and Content Creation (Level 5) at Yoobee College, Wellington
January 11, 2030 - March 17, 2026
Culinary Arts Certification (Level 5) at NMIT, Nelson
January 1, 2018 - March 17, 2026
Security Guard Certification (COA) at Nelson
January 1, 2018 - March 17, 2026

Qualifications

First Aid Certificate
January 1, 2024 - March 17, 2026
Diploma in Film Production (Level 6)
January 11, 2030 - March 17, 2026
Diploma in Film and Content Creation (Level 5)
January 11, 2030 - March 17, 2026
First Aid Certificate
January 1, 2024 - March 17, 2026
Culinary Arts Certification (Level 5)
January 1, 2018 - March 17, 2026
Security Guard Certification (COA)
January 1, 2018 - March 17, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Healthcare, Professional Services, Education