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William Grant

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Manchester videographer and editor, freelance since 2023, with a 2:1 in Film/Media Production from the University of Salford. Arri Certified Camera Operator with my own Sony FX3 kit, drone licence and DBS certificate.

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Manchester videographer and editor, freelance since 2023, with a 2:1 in Film/Media Production from the University of Salford. Arri Certified Camera Operator with my own Sony FX3 kit, drone licence and DBS certificate. Keen to work in film, TV and video in Manchester and Salford.

  • 4 years' experience
  • Joined October 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment

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Work experience· 6 roles

Lead Cinematographer & Lighting Technician · Rex Spider (Final-year graduation film)May 2026 – May 2026 · 1 mo

Led the cinematography and lighting for a graduation narrative exploring the final days of a rock star’s career, achieving a First-Class result. Responsible for camera operation and lighting execution to support the film’s tone and storytelling.

Lead Cinematographer · Fractured Perfection (Documentary)Jul 2025 – Jul 2025 · 1 mo

Shot a documentary following a fashion model’s life and experiences with mental health. Worked as lead cinematographer to capture sensitive, human-centred storytelling through composed framing, lighting, and camera technique.

Lead Cinematographer, Co-Director & Lighting Technician · On Strings (Short film)Mar 2024 – Mar 2024 · 1 mo

Served as lead cinematographer, co-director, and lighting technician for a 1930s noir short shot in black and white. Focused on lighting black-and-white film to create contrast, atmosphere, and period-appropriate visual storytelling.

Cinematographer, Co-Director, Sound/Lighting · Inside: Narrative of Our JourneyMar 2023 – Mar 2023 · 1 mo
Freelance Videographer · Self-EmployedJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos
Film Production Runner · Oldham Hall FilmsSep 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 3 mos

Education

BA (Hons) Film/Media Production · University of Salford2023 – 2026
Extended Diploma (BTEC Level 3), Film & TV Production · UTC@MediaCityUK2021 – 2023
GCSEs · Wellington School, Timperley, Altrincham2016 – 2021

Certifications and awards

FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot Licence2025 – 2026
Arri Certified Camera Operator2025 – 2026
Enhanced DBS Certificate2026

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