I'm Tom Whitewood, a third-year BA (Hons) Film Production student at Coventry University, who recently returned from a year abroad at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) as part of an international exchange program. I was awarded a scholarship for academic achievement and am the 2023 Espresso 90 Young Filmmaker Award winner. I have a strong passion for directing and post-production, with experience working as DoP, Editor and Director on short films. I am reliable, resilient, and a committed team player with a solid background in both creative production and customer-facing roles. Outside of my academic work, I stay active through team sports such as football. I also enjoy tennis and padel and maintain daily gym sessions. I am looking to develop within sports video production, contributing sharp editing, strong narrative instincts, and reliability in high-pressure digital and broadcast settings.

Tom Whitewood

I'm Tom Whitewood, a third-year BA (Hons) Film Production student at Coventry University, who recently returned from a year abroad at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) as part of an international exchange program. I was awarded a scholarship for academic achievement and am the 2023 Espresso 90 Young Filmmaker Award winner. I have a strong passion for directing and post-production, with experience working as DoP, Editor and Director on short films. I am reliable, resilient, and a committed team player with a solid background in both creative production and customer-facing roles. Outside of my academic work, I stay active through team sports such as football. I also enjoy tennis and padel and maintain daily gym sessions. I am looking to develop within sports video production, contributing sharp editing, strong narrative instincts, and reliability in high-pressure digital and broadcast settings.

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I’m Tom Whitewood, a third-year BA (Hons) Film Production student at Coventry University, who recently returned from a year abroad at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) as part of an international exchange program. I was awarded a scholarship for academic achievement and am the 2023 Espresso 90 Young Filmmaker Award winner. I have a strong passion for directing and post-production, with experience working as DoP, Editor and Director on short films. I am reliable, resilient, and a committed team player with a solid background in both creative production and customer-facing roles.

Outside of my academic work, I stay active through team sports such as football. I also enjoy tennis and padel and maintain daily gym sessions. I am looking to develop within sports video production, contributing sharp editing, strong narrative instincts, and reliability in high-pressure digital and broadcast settings.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Store Assistant at Cineworld Birmingham NEC
July 1, 2025 - Present
Supported cinema operations in a fast-paced entertainment venue, developing strong teamwork and customer-facing communication. Assisted with promotional displays, event screenings, and audience coordination to enhance guest experience. Maintained attention to visual detail and presentation standards consistent with brand identity.
Senior Store Assistant at Argos (Inside Sainsbury’s, Kenilworth)
October 1, 2019 - August 1, 2024
Delivered consistently high customer satisfaction scores and was frequently trusted with keyholder duties. Trusted senior team member with supervisory responsibilities. Responsible for daily store closure and till reconciliation. Trained new staff on sales and inventory systems (Aura). Managed stock control using voice technology and coordinated deliveries and returns. Delivered high-quality customer service and handled escalated issues.
Newspaper Delivery Assistant at Windy Arbour News
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Managed independent early-morning delivery routes with 100% on-time performance. Punctual early-morning deliveries before school.

Education

BA (Hons) Film Production at Coventry University
January 1, 2022 - April 29, 2026
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Film & TV Production (Distinction) at Warwickshire College
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
GCSEs at Kenilworth School
January 11, 2030 - April 29, 2026

Qualifications

Espresso 90 Young Filmmaker Award
January 1, 2023 - April 29, 2026
Scholarship for Academic Excellence
January 1, 2023 - April 29, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment