Experience

Dice Technology Ltd.

• United Kingdom
• Entertainment Providers
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Platform Coordinator

  • Jun 2019 - Present

  o Preparing content, metadata, image and related asset files and publishing on-demand sport content for various OTT platforms including Premier League Content, Service, UFC Fightpass, WWE Network, Strive, Serie A Pass, Volleyball TV, Euroleague TV, and FEI TV.o From concept to completion, the designing & production of numerous image & video assets using the Adobe suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, inDesign, Premiere Pro and After Effects.o From concept to completion, building OTT pages with focus on imagery, composition, and associating content.o Writing engaging promotional copy for various VOD content.o Producing match highlights via both Premiere Pro & in-house software Dice Studio.o Proposing & presenting new ideas to internal development teams to improve productivity and performance, whilst driving business growth and reputation.o Annotation of long-form content, including full match replays, to indicate important moments e.g goals, red cards etc.o QA checks of live streaming content & escalating to internal & external partners when appropriate.o Investigating and processing payment queries from service customers. Show less

• Streaming Operations Coordinator

  • Jan 2018 - Jun 2019

  o Aiding pre-production for the live streaming of large Tennis & Badminton events affiliated with the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) and the Badminton World Federation.o Leading discussion in conference calls for the preparation of events with representatives from the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP), renowned production-partners and tournament directors.o Co-operating with production partners in booking external ISP's at a cost-effective price that is sufficient for live streaming in various countries.o Large data entry with important information required to stage live production of sporting events & distributed to internal and external stakeholders.o Onboarding, updating and revising of individual sporting events, that are included in the extensive Endeavor Streaming portfolio, on to the internal CMS & Google Sheets.o Conducting video stream testing with prospective clients via both Satellite & RTMP feeds.o Monitoring of production progress through various stages, ensuring all stages are completed to schedule.o Post-production presentations of live broadcasts with analytical focus on issues and potential SLA (Service Licence Agreement) failures.o Conducting QA checks on live stream productions & troubleshooting issues in collaboration with onsite production teams & tournament affiliates.o Resolving faults/issues where appropriate, including reacting to incidents when and as they occur through to resolution.o Compiling weekly linear schedules of various sport events for retail-based clients to be broadcast 24/7. Show less



VUBIQUITY

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Digital Content Coordinator

  • Feb 2016 - Jan 2018

  o Controlling film, television and music content for SVOD and TVOD platforms in UK, African, and Caribbean & Australian regions, including clientele of Discover Digital, Vodafone and JB-Hi-Fi. o Preparing content, metadata, image and related asset files and publishing via Vubiquity’s CMS in line with deadlines set and restrictions laid down by customer platforms. o Monitoring content processing through Vubiquity’s workflow tools and updating work orders in a timely manner. o Registering images and uploading metadata in publishing CMS for all titles. o Checking and uploading promos, images and metadata into CMS and updating as necessary. o Monitoring of asset progress through various stages, ensuring all stages are completed to schedule. o Conducting QA checks on the affiliate’s platform via a set-top box or app to ensure content appears correctly in assigned UI locations and folders. o Resolving faults/issues where appropriate, including reacting to incidents when and as they occur through to resolution. o Liaising with internal Traffic, Media Operations and Editorial teams on trafficking, delivery and processing of media and metadata files. o Producing publish reports to share with affiliates. o Carry out ad hoc tasks when requested by Service Delivery Manager. Show less



BBC Studios

• United Kingdom
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 700 & Above Employee

• Research Assistant

  • Aug 2015 - Feb 2016

  o Supplying and presenting TV Ratings information using specialist software and intricate operating systems including TechEdge and ITVR (International Television Research). o Analysing large quantities of data from around the world to illustrate relevant analysis of key international performance tendencies and variances in numerous television markets and audience demographics. o Creating reports and ad hoc analysis within strict deadlines to demonstrate visibility on performance against factors such as historical performance, seasonal trends and competitor context. o Liaising with different departments within the BBC to discuss how research provided can be best utilised, in order to enhance industry recognition and grow commercial revenue. Show less



Fallers (Short Film)

• Southampton, United Kingdom

• Writer/Director

  • Sep 2014 - May 2015

  o A self-written and self-directed short film entitled ‘Fallers’, involving teamwork and collaboration with a Producer, Cinematographer and Editor. o Teamwork and leadership of numerous production staff including runners, make-up artists and actors. o The film lead to positive audience responses and selection for screenings at Picturehouse Cinema Southampton and City Eye Film Festival. o A self-written and self-directed short film entitled ‘Fallers’, involving teamwork and collaboration with a Producer, Cinematographer and Editor. o Teamwork and leadership of numerous production staff including runners, make-up artists and actors. o The film lead to positive audience responses and selection for screenings at Picturehouse Cinema Southampton and City Eye Film Festival.



Diegesis

• United Kingdom
• Writing and Editing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Film Critic

  • Apr 2013 - Feb 2015

  o Creative writing in the form of film reviews which were subsequently published on the magazine's website. o Recommending film related articles for print and promotional materials to increase readership. o Creative writing in the form of film reviews which were subsequently published on the magazine's website. o Recommending film related articles for print and promotional materials to increase readership.



Southampton Football Club

• United Kingdom
• Spectator Sports
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Hospitality Bar Supervisor

  • Oct 2012 - Feb 2015

  o Leading a team of bar staff to assist the smooth running of large corporate events by taking responsibility for customer enquiries or complaints, problem solving and delegating tasks o Ensuring all work stations were kept tidy and clean to preserve high levels of health and safety for customers and staff o Maintaining knowledge of all menus, ingredients and preparation methods for drinks and cocktails and ensuring they are all served correctly o Leading a team of bar staff to assist the smooth running of large corporate events by taking responsibility for customer enquiries or complaints, problem solving and delegating tasks o Ensuring all work stations were kept tidy and clean to preserve high levels of health and safety for customers and staff o Maintaining knowledge of all menus, ingredients and preparation methods for drinks and cocktails and ensuring they are all served correctly



No Limits

• United Kingdom
• Individual and Family Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Volunteer Filmmaker

  • Jan 2015 - Jan 2015

  o Undertaking a Producer and Editor role for a 5 minute promotional video, which was subsequently posted on the charity's website and their official Facebook and Twitter accounts. o Securing and conducting interviews with staff and patrons, including ex-Southampton footballers Matt Le Tissier and Francis Benali, who subsequently donated their time and efforts to the organisation. o Completed risk assessments on locations, whilst organising bookings and transportation of camera equipment. o Edited the resulting footage together using Final Cut Pro X and created graphics for the piece using Photoshop. Show less



Harrods

• United Kingdom
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sales Associate

  • Jul 2013 - Oct 2013

  o Promoting luxury fashion brands and their respective products, whilst adhering to core brand values of exceptional customer service. o Supplying product information and recommending items to meet the specific demands of the individual customer. o Ensuring that the clothing department of the store was continuously enticing, by over-seeing stock and adjusting items to their correct categories and styles, to expand purchase potential. o Promoting luxury fashion brands and their respective products, whilst adhering to core brand values of exceptional customer service. o Supplying product information and recommending items to meet the specific demands of the individual customer. o Ensuring that the clothing department of the store was continuously enticing, by over-seeing stock and adjusting items to their correct categories and styles, to expand purchase potential.



Kings Community Church (Southampton)

• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Volunteer Filmmaker

  • Apr 2013 - Apr 2013

  o Part of a small team creating a 3 minute promotional video, detailing the work of the organisation and their effect on the community. o Camera Operator of Panasonic AG-HMC151 and Editor using Final Cut Pro X. o Part of a small team creating a 3 minute promotional video, detailing the work of the organisation and their effect on the community. o Camera Operator of Panasonic AG-HMC151 and Editor using Final Cut Pro X.



Dawn (Art Film Piece)

• Southampton, United Kingdom

• Camera Operator

  • Oct 2012 - Oct 2012

  o Camera Operator of Canon EOS 7D for a student art film entitled 'Dawn', which was made to show beautiful landscapes at the moment of sunrise and was then subsequently shortlisted for an art exhibition in Birmingham. o Camera Operator of Canon EOS 7D for a student art film entitled 'Dawn', which was made to show beautiful landscapes at the moment of sunrise and was then subsequently shortlisted for an art exhibition in Birmingham.



Sunglass Hut

• Italy
• Retail Apparel and Fashion
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sales Associate/Team Leader

  • Apr 2011 - Sep 2012

  o Undertaking a supervisory role and ensuring all staff were motivated and productive, in order to maintain a high standard of professionalism in the general running of the store. o Hitting high sales targets and achieving high key performance indicators to help establish the store as one of the most successful and profitable branches within the company. o Demonstrating strong expertise on a wide range of premium designer sunglasses and associated products, whilst contributing to a friendly atmosphere within store by remaining approachable and working in a professional demeanour. o Conducting a wide range of administrative procedures such cash handling, staff rotas, inventories and trading reports. Show less



Crystal Palace Football Club

• United Kingdom
• Spectator Sports
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Football in the Community Coach

  • May 2006 - Sep 2006

  o Planning and conducting football training sessions for children of all ages and abilities, using various football drills and exercises aimed to improve the participants' skills and technique. o Using football to demonstrate the importance of certain life skills such as teamwork and discipline, but most importantly, to enjoy themselves. o Planning and conducting football training sessions for children of all ages and abilities, using various football drills and exercises aimed to improve the participants' skills and technique. o Using football to demonstrate the importance of certain life skills such as teamwork and discipline, but most importantly, to enjoy themselves.