I will not get a look in and I have not been getting a look in this industry. I have been turned down from three production companies after doing work experience: Stink Productions, Rattling Stick & Zig Zag. I still work in construction, even after being on New Blood Shift 2016. The first ever year for the course, which they are now going to New York also.
I have had to make my own luck by writing the films I wish to see, producing and directing them. So whilst working in construction I am writing films. I have had no training and formal education on this, I am most definitely a YouTube test tube baby.
This summer 2017 I will be writing and directing my first feature film. All self funded, through gambling. Yes, gambling; betting on horses, tennis and football. This may sound bonkers to some of you, however I simply don't know any other way to raise £15,000. There is a lot more to this story and it is no where near from finished, but just have to keep working.
Work history
Runner
London, United KingdomInternship
Working as a runner in the office, doing all the regular stuff: editing, delivering packages, etc.
Shoots:
Solange Knowles music video
Tate Modern opening video
The Vaults - Midnight Runner music video
AirBnB advert
Skills
- Screenwriting
- Directing
Awards
Player of the year
When I was 8 years old I won the player of the year award for my local football team Acton Garden Village.