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Hi, I’m Samuel Michael English, a creative professional skilled in Adobe Creative Suite and Da Vinci Resolve, with extensive experience producing video and photographic content. I have a strong passion for leading projects from concept to final edit, ensuring the best quality in both visual and audio recording techniques. Over the years, I’ve worked on diverse projects, from promotional videos for multinational companies to documentaries and performance videos for musicians.
Besides my creative work, I have a background in teaching and training, having worked in primary education and language training for several years. This combination of technical skill and people-focused experience helps me deliver polished final products while maintaining clear communication with clients and collaborators.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Chinese
Advanced
Work Experience
Owner / Camera operator / Editor at Sam English Film and Media
January 1, 2018 - PresentLed the production of promotional material for multinational companies, performance videos for musicians, and demonstration and documentary videos for artisans, ensuring high-quality results. Directed, filmed, and recorded audio for various projects, including a documentary on guitar making, coordinating with 17 guitarists across multiple locations. Managed post-production processes, including editing and color grading, delivering polished final products that met client expectations.
Teacher at China International Personnel Training Centre
December 31, 2017 - July 15, 2025Presented lesson plans for review and participated in yearly teacher training programs, ensuring high teaching standards. Placed in top-rated primary schools, adapting to different environments and maintaining high-quality teaching following the government syllabus. Collaborated with colleagues to enhance teaching methods and improve student outcomes.
Teacher / Trainer at BaoShuiQu Foreign Language Primary School
December 31, 2014 - July 15, 2025Planned and executed English language and science lessons for over 1000 pupils, ensuring high-quality education and adherence to the school’s curriculum. Developed and delivered training sessions for Chinese teachers, enhancing their English teaching skills and pronunciation. Collaborated with colleagues to improve teaching methods and student outcomes, contributing to a better learning environment.
Design/Photographer’s Assistant at Tealby Graphics
December 31, 2010 - July 15, 2025Assisted in producing a multitude of design requirements, including websites, corporate identities, exhibitions, books, and brochures, ensuring high-quality results. Utilized Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator to work on client projects, enhancing visual content and meeting client expectations. Acted as a photographer's assistant in the studio and on location, contributing to the successful execution of various photography projects.
Owner / Producer / Sound Engineer at Summer Black Recording studios
December 31, 2010 - July 15, 2025Opened and managed a recording studio, overseeing the entire process from equipment setup to final mix down, ensuring high-quality demos for local bands. Directed and monitored recording sessions, maintaining high standards and client satisfaction. Delivered polished final products, enhancing client portfolios and aiding in securing opportunities with labels and venues.
Owner / Camera operator / Editor at Sam English Film and Media
January 1, 2018 - PresentLed the production of promotional material for multinational companies, performance videos for musicians, and demonstration and documentary videos for artisans, ensuring high-quality results. Directed, filmed, and recorded audio for various projects, including a documentary on guitar making, coordinating with 17 guitarists across multiple locations. Managed post-production processes, including editing and color grading, delivering polished final products that met client expectations.
Teacher at China International Personnel Training Centre
December 31, 2017 - July 15, 2025Presented lesson plans for review and participated in yearly teacher training programs, ensuring high teaching standards. Placed in top-rated primary schools, adapting to different environments and maintaining high-quality teaching following the government syllabus. Collaborated with colleagues to enhance teaching methods and improve student outcomes.
Teacher / Trainer at BaoShuiQu Foreign Language Primary School
December 31, 2014 - July 15, 2025Planned and executed English language and science lessons for over 1000 pupils, ensuring high-quality education and adherence to the school’s curriculum. Developed and delivered training sessions for Chinese teachers, enhancing their English teaching skills and pronunciation. Collaborated with colleagues to improve teaching methods and student outcomes, contributing to a better learning environment.
Design/Photographer’s Assistant at Tealby Graphics
December 31, 2010 - July 15, 2025Assisted in producing a multitude of design requirements, including websites, corporate identities, exhibitions, books, and brochures, ensuring high-quality results. Utilized Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator to work on client projects, enhancing visual content and meeting client expectations. Acted as a photographer’s assistant in the studio and on location, contributing to the successful execution of various photography projects.
Owner / Producer / Sound Engineer at Summer Black Recording studios
December 31, 2010 - July 15, 2025Opened and managed a recording studio, overseeing the entire process from equipment setup to final mix down, ensuring high-quality demos for local bands. Directed and monitored recording sessions, maintaining high standards and client satisfaction. Delivered polished final products, enhancing client portfolios and aiding in securing opportunities with labels and venues.
Education
MA at University of Lincoln
January 1, 2018 - July 15, 20256th Form at Franklin College
January 1, 2004 - July 15, 2025GCSE at Franklin College
January 1, 2003 - July 15, 2025MA at University of Lincoln
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 20186th Form at Franklin College
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004GCSE at Franklin College
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003Qualifications
MA (Photography)
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018TESOL (Trinity Certificate)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010TESOL (Trinity Certificate)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Other
Experience Level
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