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I am an enthusiastic and reliable media professional driven by a strong work ethic and a keen interest in media and computing. My expertise spans content production, immersive and interactive experiences, hardware, networking, and video production. I pride myself on being DBS checked and holding a full, clean driving licence. With extensive experience in projection mapping, live streaming, animation, motion graphics, and collaborating with external partners, I enjoy leading projects from concept to completion. I'm passionate about designing immersive experiences and producing engaging media content, always eager to improve and adapt with the latest technologies.…I am an enthusiastic and reliable media professional driven by a strong work ethic and a keen interest in media and computing. My expertise spans content production, immersive and interactive experiences, hardware, networking, and video production. I pride myself on being DBS checked and holding a full, clean driving licence. With extensive experience in projection mapping, live streaming, animation, motion graphics, and collaborating with external partners, I enjoy leading projects from concept to completion. I'm passionate about designing immersive experiences and producing engaging media content, always eager to improve and adapt with the latest technologies.

James Hooton

Camera Operator, Video Editor, Photographer, +5

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I am an enthusiastic and reliable media professional driven by a strong work ethic and a keen interest in media and computing. My expertise spans content production, immersive and interactive experiences, hardware, networking, and video production. I pride myself on being DBS checked and holding a full, clean driving licence. With extensive experience in projection mapping, live streaming, animation, motion graphics, and collaborating with external partners, I enjoy leading projects from concept to completion. I'm passionate about designing immersive experiences and producing engaging media content, always eager to improve and adapt with the latest technologies.…I am an enthusiastic and reliable media professional driven by a strong work ethic and a keen interest in media and computing. My expertise spans content production, immersive and interactive experiences, hardware, networking, and video production. I pride myself on being DBS checked and holding a full, clean driving licence. With extensive experience in projection mapping, live streaming, animation, motion graphics, and collaborating with external partners, I enjoy leading projects from concept to completion. I'm passionate about designing immersive experiences and producing engaging media content, always eager to improve and adapt with the latest technologies.

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I am an enthusiastic and reliable media professional driven by a strong work ethic and a keen interest in media and computing. My expertise spans content production, immersive and interactive experiences, hardware, networking, and video production. I pride myself on being DBS checked and holding a full, clean driving licence.

With extensive experience in projection mapping, live streaming, animation, motion graphics, and collaborating with external partners, I enjoy leading projects from concept to completion. I’m passionate about designing immersive experiences and producing engaging media content, always eager to improve and adapt with the latest technologies.

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Work Experience

Head of Immersive Media at Focal Studios Ltd

December 31, 2025 - July 28, 2025

Led architectural-based projection mapping projects using MadMapper and Panasonic Geometry Manager Pro, blending projections and installing video wall controllers. Developed immersive and interactive installations in hospitality sectors, programming logic-based installations including touchscreen and contactless gesture control. Managed BrightSign digital signage setup. Operated live stream camera, audio, and vision mixing using Blackmagic hardware/software and OBS/VMix with Zoom and MS Teams integration. Responsible for rigging and derigging projectors, monitors, speakers, and lighting, with strong understanding of data connectivity and power management. Programmed show control, projection mapping, and lighting for immersive theatre and large public events using QLab, QLC+, and Bitfocus Companion. Conducted network installations and hardware/software on-site maintenance with knowledge of network control protocols such as Crestron and PJLink. Managed live and hybrid corporate, conferen

Freelance Media Production at James Hooton Media

January 1, 2017 - Present

Produced immersive media and animation including projection mapping and 360 video content. Created animation and motion graphics such as lyric music videos with bespoke illustration and alpha-channel enabled animation packages. Provided videography and post-production services for weddings, school promotions, and hospitality promotional films. Produced highlight films for events, including BBC Radio Merseyside volunteers’ event and a short documentary celebrating 60 years of a UK classic car club.

Website Developer at Liverpool John Moores University

December 31, 2020 - July 28, 2025

Developed a website for the online graduation show using WordPress. Led academic and technical staff along with digital marketing teams and students to standardize and optimize media content for web viewing. Adapted premium WordPress themes with CSS to deliver optimized online content.

Video Producer at Liverpool John Moores University

December 31, 2020 - July 28, 2025

Filmed and edited professional staff interviews for course introductions to prospective students. Ensured compliance with university marketing guidelines and produced branded content for YouTube uploads.

Head of Immersive Media at Focal Studios Ltd

December 31, 2025 - July 28, 2025

Led architectural-based projection mapping projects using MadMapper and Panasonic Geometry Manager Pro, including blending projections and managing video wall controllers. Developed immersive and interactive installations with programming for touchscreen and contactless gesture control, and setup BrightSign digital signage. Managed live stream camera, audio, and vision mixing operations using Blackmagic hardware/software and OBS/VMix with Zoom and MS Teams integration. Conducted rigging and derigging of projectors, monitors, speakers, and lighting with a strong understanding of data connectivity, power delivery, and consumption. Programmed show control, projection mapping, and lighting designs for theatre, corporate, and public events using QLab, QLC+, and Bitfocus Companion. Responsible for network installations and on-site hardware/software maintenance with knowledge of protocols such as Crestron and PJLink. Coordinated live and hybrid events, operated cinema cameras, and performed v

Freelance Media Production at James Hooton Media

January 1, 2017 - Present

Produced immersive media and animation projects, including projection mapping and 360 video work for Focal Studios Ltd. Created animations and motion graphics, including bespoke illustrated lyric music videos and alpha-channel enabled animation packages for diverse platforms. Provided videography and post-production services for weddings, schools, restaurants, and bars. Produced highlight film for BBC Radio Merseyside volunteers’ event shared on their social media, and created a short documentary for a major UK classic car club celebrating 60 years.

Website Developer (Liverpool Screen School) at Liverpool John Moores University

December 31, 2020 - July 28, 2025

Developed a website for the online graduation show using WordPress. Led academic and technical staff and students to align media to a consistent standard. Adapted premium WordPress themes with CSS and optimized media for web viewing.

Course Videos Producer at Liverpool John Moores University

December 31, 2020 - July 28, 2025

Filmed and edited professional staff interviews to introduce courses to prospective students. Complied with university marketing guidelines and delivered branded content for YouTube upload.