Sophie Billington
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Sophie Billington

Creative ProducerLondon, United Kingdom
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Sophie Billington
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Sophie Billington

Creative ProducerLondon, United Kingdom
About me
Creative producer with a background in video production, digital marketing, broadcast media, music journalism and factual research with organisations such as Stink Films, ITV, Steam Radio, Quicksilver Media, Sky News, BBC Radio 3 and MCR Live. Experience organising and promoting both physical and digital multi-stakeholder events for Funraising, an arts platform that I founded in 2015, and Ethical Consumer Magazine. Featured in Eventbrite series 'Generation DIY', a highly motivated self-starter that has launched and developed number of creative projects and fundraised upwards of £4000 for various charities such as Manchester Mind, The Mustard Tree and The Bhopal Medical Appeal. Co-presenter of Amplify, a monthly radio show that platforms artists from underrepresented communities around the world. Interview enthusiast that has interviewed an estimated 200+ music artists at festivals, online and in person. Driven by overlapping passions for cinema, music, arts, comedy, human rights and social and environmental justice. Handy with a camera and London based. Always looking to support creative and social justice ventures such as those focused on POC in nature. If you’re interested in collaborating in some way my inbox is always open!
Projects
  • Generation Green
    Generation GreenGeneration Green is a campaign and Hero film series shot and edited for BBC Earth. It was great to work with such an organised and dedicated team, jointly inspired by our aim to shine a light on the battle to save threatened ecosystems and inspire young people to action. My role on this project was Researcher, Edit Assistant and 2nd Camera on set.
  • 'Cuddy Buddy' Stink Films 23.03.22
    'Cuddy Buddy' Stink Films 23.03.22Assisting on a challenging yet inspiring Stink Films shoot for 'Cuddy Buddy', a music video release from Bermondsey-based rapper Flohio.
  • ArtBox: A Not So Silent Art Auction
    ArtBox: A Not So Silent Art AuctionA silent art auction to raise money for Manchester Mind with music from Funraising DJs. Over 60 artists participated over the course of two years, from all backgrounds, disciplines and most importantly, all levels of experience.
Projects credited in
  • Balraj Singh Samrai & Farah Ahmad Khan - Planet People Power (GoldTooth Remix) ft. Rootz [MV]
    Balraj Singh Samrai & Farah Ahmad Khan - Planet People Power (GoldTooth Remix) ft. Rootz [MV]Had the pleasure of working as a camera and lighting operator for this climate justice focused music video directed by Sophie Billington (Wing-Yan). Colours for the lighting were selected with the intention to create an other worldly yet earth like feel. Focused on handheld shots to reflect turbulence and an intimate connection.
Work history
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    Production Team AssistantZinc Network
    London, United KingdomFull Time
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    ResidentSteam Radio
    Manchester, United KingdomPart Time
    Produce and present Amplify, a monthly show which platforms music from artists outside of the UK and US, often those that are underrepresented in mainstream media. Featured in a documentary about Steam Radio and on Melodic Distractions.
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Skills
  • Content Writing
  • Communications
  • Radio
  • Research
  • Digital Marketing
  • Video Editing
  • Production
  • Music Journalism
  • Event Coordination
  • Project Management
Education
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    BA English LiteratureUniversity of Manchester Student Union
     - Manchester, United Kingdom
    - Displayed creativity and originality in essays and a creative project in final year (88%).
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    A LevelsPeter Symonds College
     - Winchester, United Kingdom
    A* AA
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Awards
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    Fundraising Event of the Year for ArtBox, a Silent Art AuctionUniversity of Manchester Student Union
    Funraising won the award for 'Fundraising Event of the Year 2018' with its debut event in December 2017: 'ArtBox: A Not-So-Silent Art Auction'. This involved auctioning the work of 50+ creatives and artists with live-gigging acts and DJs. Every piece was sold, and we raised £1,145 for the mental health charity Manchester Mind and its afterparty, 'PostBox'.