Calum Rhys

Experience

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  Smashing UK Productions

  Apr 2010 - now

  Creative Lead

  - Founded and manage a registered film production company, initially specialising in narrative shorts before expanding into corporate projects.- Taken on roles including director, writer, producer, editor, and cinematographer across diverse productions.- Directed ‘Divided We Stand’, a BAFTA-accredited short film that screened at international festivals (Turkey, France, Netherlands, USA, UK), earning multiple awards.- Manage a successful YouTube channel under the brand, achieving over 62,000 subscribers and 22 million views.- Produced content across the UK and internationally, including collaborations in Iceland and Germany. Partnered with a Dresden-based production company to create projects for a German video platform. Show less

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  Drp

  Mar 2015 - Sept 2016

  Video Production Assistant

  - Completed an 18-month contract as a video production assistant, contributing to projects for both DRP Group and Grosvenor Film.- Trained as a camera operator and editor, while also serving as a client liaison on multiple shoots.- Operated professional camera, lighting, and rigging equipment, including Canon C500, Sony FS7, and Sony F5, ensuring high production quality.- Collaborated on projects for prominent clients such as Jaguar, NHS, Sainsbury’s, and Wolverhampton Wanderers, delivering results that aligned with their brand objectives. Show less

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  Immediate Media Co

  Feb 2017 - Jan 2020

  Video Editor

  - Edited and produced engaging content for internal communications within a leading multi-platform media company, enhancing organisational messaging and employee engagement.- Delivered high-quality video projects for international assignments in Poland, showcasing adaptability in diverse environments.- Proficient in industry-standard software, including Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, and DaVinci Resolve.

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  Gemporia Craft

  Jan 2020 - May 2023

  Videographer / Broadcast Camera Operator

  - Created high-quality promotional videos for leading collaborators, including Swarovski, Gielo Amber, and Bosch, enhancing brand visibility and engagement.- Managed full production pipelines, handling pre-production, video editing, colour grading, sound mixing, and motion graphics design.- Transitioned to the live broadcast team in July 2022, acting as a camera operator for the company’s craft television sector.- Cross-trained in multiple broadcast roles, including studio floor manager and broadcast director, demonstrating adaptability and technical proficiency. Show less

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  Rossano Ferretti

  May 2023 - now

  Video Editor / Digital Content Creator

  - Transformed the brand's marketing approach by crafting video content, elevating engagement with high-profile partners.- Edited promotional videos for luxury hospitality giants, including Park Hyatt (Dubai, New York, Vienna), Cheval Blanc (Paris), and Abu Dhabi EDITION.- Developed digital campaigns in collaboration with renowned brands such as Gama, Sephora, and Kiko.- Filmed and edited diverse creative projects across the UK and Italy, demonstrating adaptability in dynamic settings. Show less