Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
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Personal Interests
Accomplishments
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Jack Hayhurst: Entertainment Media Specialist

Jack Hayhurst: Entertainment Media Specialist

Attleborough,Norfolk, United Kingdom

Summary

As a highly skilled and creative individual with a passion for the entertainment media industry, I enjoy all aspects of working in an artistic environment and entertaining varied audiences worldwide. I gain job satisfaction from making successful and valuable contributions to productions and thrive on learning new skills. I am known for being dedicated, self-motivated and able to work effectively as part of a team. I am always willing to take on extra responsibilities and take direction from superiors to complete tasks timely and to an exceptionally high standard.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Independent Filmmaker & Videographer

Worldwide
07.2018 - Current
  • Developed multiple Community and Personal Video Projects spanning from Advertisements to Promotional Videos and Short Films.
  • Anticipated challenges in productions and Proactively identified creative solutions for Maximum impact.
  • Nominated for Cinematography and Writing award in the Norwich Short Film Festival.
  • Managed and Guided creative Teams to Successfully execute projects from Inception to Completion.
  • Overcame production Challenges and Resolved Issues promptly to Minimise Disruptions.

Technical Stage Staff & Verity Drone Captain

Royal Caribbean International
Quantum, Odyssey & Utopia Of The Seas
11.2022 - Current
  • Assisted in every and all aspects of both Production and Headliner shows by fulfilling roles such as: Follow spot operator, Orchestra Pit lift operator, Costume fitter, Prop Handler, Set and Scenery construction assistant, Backlining and Audio Patching as well as Hand Held and Belt Pack/ Headset and Lavalier Mic Handling and operation.
  • Verity Lucie® Micro-Drone Captain for Odyssey of the Seas, and First Drone Captain assigned to Utopia of the Seas: Personally Oversaw and Managed all aspects of the Verity Software and Hardware for use in the Production Shows aboard the ship. Personal responsibilities ranged from Drone and Kedge Maintenance to Software upkeep and System troubleshooting in addition to Teaching and Acquainting other members of the team with the general, day-to-day functioning of the Hardware.
  • Skilled in both ART-Net and sACN protocols, operating Hog 4 LX Desks, as well as the Patching and Maintenance of Intelligent Fixtures and Hazers, with specific knowledge in Source 4, Viper Profile, ZFX Pro & ZFX Pro XL Fixtures, with additional knowledge in the maintenance and operation of Centura House lights.

Education

Level 3 Btec Diploma - Film, Video and Photography

Access Creative College
Norwich, Norfolk
09.2019 - 07.2021

Level 2 UAL Diploma - Creative Media Production and Technology

City College
Norwich, Norfolk
09.2018 - 07.2019

Radio Production and Broadcast Training -

Future Radio
Norwich, Norfolk
09.2020 - 07.2021

Skills

  • 10 Years experience RED, Nikon, Cannon and Sony; DSLR & Camcorder architectures
  • 10 Years experience DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, Avid and Vegas Editing Systems
  • 5 Years experience Audio Engineer and Foley Artist
  • Meticulous Attention to Detail
  • Effective and clear communication skills
  • Knowledge of Computer Systems and Technology
  • Strategic Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving techniques
  • Capable of working to High Standards while Under Pressure

Personal Interests

The majority of my spare time is dedicated between Expanding my Knowledge and Experience with Professional Video and Still cameras, both of the Digital and Analogue variety, as well as researching, documenting and collating the history of Photographical and Motion Picture technology. Other times, you will most likely find me studying films of all genres and points of origin, in addition to writing and developing film projects of my own, one of which I have been fiercely developing since mid to late 2019.

Accomplishments

  • Verity Drone Captain for Odyssey Of The Seas & First Drone Captain assigned to Utopia Of The Seas.
  • Assigned to Utopia of the Seas Start up Team.
  • Produced a Promo video for Access Creative College.
  • Co-wrote a Short film and Produced a Trailer.
  • Co-Presented and Edited a single episode Radio show on behalf of Access Creative College and hosted by Future Radio, totalling 30 minutes worth of Radio Production Experience.
  • Nominated for Access Creative College Showcase Award.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Technical Stage Staff & Verity Drone Captain

Royal Caribbean International
11.2022 - Current

Radio Production and Broadcast Training -

Future Radio
09.2020 - 07.2021

Level 3 Btec Diploma - Film, Video and Photography

Access Creative College
09.2019 - 07.2021

Level 2 UAL Diploma - Creative Media Production and Technology

City College
09.2018 - 07.2019

Independent Filmmaker & Videographer

Worldwide
07.2018 - Current
Jack Hayhurst: Entertainment Media Specialist