Annabel Herbert

Experience

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  Annabel-H.com

  Jul 2006 - now

  Freelance Filmmaker

  Produced content from start to finish through planning, filming and editing stages across a diverse range of:Short filmsWebsite contentEventsMusic videosActor's as well as corporate showreelsSocial MediaProficiently produced content from start to finish through the planning, raising funds, filming, editing and exhibition stages.Gained knowledge and experience as an independent filmmaker in various areas, exhibition platforms and genres of filmmaking to guarantee the highest impact and smooth running of the film/video. Show less

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  Backdoor Production and Management

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2010

  Internship Production Assistant

  Rendered professional expertise as an intern researcher and production assistant for television program living the Lie: a chat show; accomplished assigned responsibilities and utilised resources to manage workload.Researched interesting and potential combinations of celebrities to take part in the show and created information packs about their lives. Liaised with wide range of people, organised meetings and interviews with celebrities.Competently performed office work and delivered support in marketing. Assisted camera and location set up for shoots and ensured clients and artists were looked after. Show less

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  Producer/Founder

  Jun 2011 - May 2017

  Aeon Film and Media Ltd

  Achieved challenging tasks while working as a producer which included organising complex pieces of production; script, costume, lighting, sound, schedules, call sheets and budget, as well as sourcing and coordinating crew and equipment for short films and music promos.Aeon Hire is a film equipment hire company. Supports independent film and sources lights, props, cameras, lenses, grip, locations for low budget productions at affordable rates.

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  Blue Monkey Cornwall - Luxury 5* Holiday Home Next to the Sea

  Sept 2014 - now

  Manager

  Achieved over 100 5* trip advisor reviews and awards, also upheld and grew database of returning loyal guests.Social media content creationVideo productionIncreased SEO by asking guests to upload their holiday videos on YouTube site to win a free night at the cottage.Established a concierge service and enrolled local businesses which added new streams of income.Designed new website for the cottage, kept up-to-date administration system, set up Google Docs and structured volumes of publicity photographs into online catalogues. Show less

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  Yellow Bike Media

  Jan 2017 - Nov 2019

  Creative Producer

  Yellow Bike Media helps you to create inspiring and professional video content for your website and campaigns. We research and create the videos that will engage your audience, show off your products and services and create an expanding fan base from your target audience. Worldwide, people watch more than 300 million hours of video on Youtube per day - everybody needs video for their site! We have the equipment and the talent to create the videos that realise your dreams and match your budget.Creative ProducerPenned scriptsGenerated ideasProduced corporate website content.Produced independent short films Show less

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  AFTR MDNT LTD

  Nov 2018 - Jul 2019

  Creative Producer

  Creative ProducerPenned scriptsGenerated ideasProduced corporate website content.Produced independent short films

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  Edit 6 Ltd

  Aug 2019 - Oct 2021

  Producer

  Producer for spec TV series Kensal Town.Sourced and booked crewAcquired licences and permissionsLiaised with agents and casting directorsManaged locationsOversaw BudgetPreproduction test shootsBehind the scenes filming for social media

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  Cancard

  Dec 2019 - Mar 2021

  Production Manager

  Responsible for overseeing the production of animations and podcasts for the Cancard website.Oversaw the production process to create animations and podcasts for the siteFound and researched interview candidates for podcastsManaged the creative team to ensure deadlines were met.

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  West London College

  Jan 2023 - Mar 2023

  ESOL Teacher

  Trainee ESOL teacher:- Taught General English classes, in person, to intermediate level students- Taught General English classes, online, to elementary level students- Developed and delivered lessons that were culturally sensitive and engaging, helping students build their language skills and gain confidence as they faced the challenges of their new home.

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  Language & Development Ltd

  Apr 2023 - May 2023

  Teacher

  ESL Teacher Hungary, Bonyhádi Petőfi Sándor Evangélikus Gimnázium- Taught General English at a state school in Hungary as part of the Turing scheme - Delivered dynamic lessons a large class of intermediate-level students- Prepared and taught tailored one-on-one instruction to an advanced-level student with a keen interest in astronomy. - Integrated subject-specific vocabulary and concepts into our lessons, fostering both language development and the student’s passion for the subject. - Created engaging, contextually relevant learning experiences that met individual learner needs. Show less

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  Preply

  May 2023 - Jul 2023

  English Language Teacher

  ESL Teacher online- Effectively supported student’s language development through personalized one to one lessons to meet the individual needs and proficiency levels of my students- Taught elementary, upper-intermediate and advanced students- Prepared and taught Business English lessons to support a French start-up company- Developed a strong understanding of digital teaching tools and methodologies- Enhanced student engagement in a virtual environment through multimedia and interactive activities Show less

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  EF Education First

  Jul 2023 - Oct 2023

  English Language Teacher

  As ESL Teacher at EF I:- Prepare and teach engaging General English classes to meet the needs of a multicultural and mixed-ability classroom - Elementary, pre-intermediate, intermediate, upper-intermediate and advanced students- Manage 18 students per class- Promote language acquisition through multimedia, interactive activities, discussions and games- Prepare and teach special interest classes- Foster an inclusive and motivating learning environment.