MY C.V


A downloadable copy of my CV is available at the bottom of this page.

I have a range of production skills and have proven my adaptability by working in formats from drama to documentary to lifestyle programming. My strongest assets include camera, writing and directing skills.

I am now seeking work and look forward to any challenge you can present to me. I will accept any role at any level you feel will suit my skillset.



Television Production Skills
  • Single camera location shooting (Sony Z-1, PD170 and JVC HD cameras)
  • Multi-camera studio and gallery skills (inc. live broadcast)
  • Steadi-cam experience
  • Avid Xpress experience
  • Pro-tools experience
  • Research, proposal and pitching experience
  • Production management, scheduling and organizational skills
  • Good knowledge of media copyright and libel legislation
  • Newsgathering experience
  • Scriptwriting experience
  • Location scouting skills

Credits and Employment History


  • 2010, 1st A.D
          Boiling Frog Films 'One by One Teaser'
          I worked as 1st A.D on this 3 day teaser shoot. We completed filming on schedule. I have now confirmed work               on the feature as 1st A.D in 2011.
  • 2010, 1st A.D
          Section 114 Films 'Sheridan Pop Promo'
          A pop promo shot in Shoreditch exclusive club The Beach Blanket. Approx 30 extras and 10 crew. Shot on time              and with no budget.
  • 2010, P.A
         Performance Films 'Turin Shroud Documentary'
          A documentary commissioned for the revealing of the shroud in Italy at Easter 2010
  • 2009, P.A/ 2nd A.C
        Dustlight Films ‘Cold Kiss’
          A short film on the subject of knife crime, starring Ray Winstone
  •  2009, Sound Recordist
        David Wheeler ‘StartinTV.com’ Commercial
          A commercial for startintv.com which offers a careers service for newcomers to the media industry.
  • 2009, Runner
          16oz Productions 'Tatoo'
        A Commercial For TIGI
  • 2009, Director
          Pightle Productions The End Of The Pier Show
          A short film currently having won 3 awards on the festival circuit, including best cinematography, overall choice and a              special award for imaginative and highly produced no budget productions.
  • 2009, Gaffer
        Plutonium Entertainment Jamie Leo Entertainment
          A music video for Seventy Entertainment shot at the Victoria Casino and Cafe de Paris.
  • 2008, Runner
          VBM Productions The Last Breath
          A South Screen funded 'eco-thriller' starring Francis Magee
  • 2008, Production Assistant
    Fractured Films Marigold Joy
    A short horror directed by Kevin Pick and starring James Lance
  • 2008, Sound Recordist
    Hanover Films Kung Fu Flid
    A feature film written and directed by Xavier Leret, featuring Frank Harper ('Lock, Stock') Matt Fraser and Faye Tozer (Steps)
  • 2008, Runner
    160z productions ltd Toni & Guy Commercial
    A 3 day studio shoot for Toni & Guy.
  • 2008-2010, Writer/ Director
    Reacharound Productions Hand Island ep.1-9
    A web based surrealist comedy series which has been aired at several events including a month long screening at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2010... www.handisland.com
  • 2008, Assistant Director (1st)
    Ferran Films Hannah Kirton Promo
    A narrative based music promo for artist Hannah Kirton involving several shoots in Central London and Oxford Town Hall.
  • 2008, Director
    Blu digital mobile advertisement
    A 30 second advert for mobile phone content
  • 2008, Runner
    Grand Visual Media Ford + Heat Radio Outdoor Ad Campaign
    Ad campaign for the undergrounds video posters.
  • 2008, Runner
    Instrumental Media BMW Corporate
    An Online presentation of new BMW models for 2008 (Directed by David Wheeler and presented by Tiff Needell).
  • 2007, A.P, Camera
    Ferran Films The Company - Live
    A Live performance filmed at the Greenwich Theatre, London from R&B artists The Company.
  • 2007, Runner, Boom Operator
    South West Screen Pianissimo
    A digital short for Cornwall Film, South West Screen and the UK Film Council. Directed by Pat Kelman and produced by Laura Hill.
  • 2007, Personal Assistant
    TwoFour Broadcast Dirty Cows, Britains Best Homes
    I spent 2 weeks at Twofour assisting with the post-production of shows such as Britains Best Homes (BBC) and Dirty Cows (Living).
  • 2007, Camera
    David Wheeler Lexie Stobie Promo
    A promotional music video for singer/ songwriter Lexie Stobie, directed by David Wheeler (Top Gear, Tomorrows World). See this Promo at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDwQhXmL1B0
  • 2007, Co-Producer, Director, Camera
    Stoltz Productions Stoltz - 'Warder' Music Video
    A music video for electronic/ industrial musicians Stoltz.
  • 2007, Runner
    Silver River Productions 'Flutter' Pilot
    During my 2 weeks with Silver River, I worked on a pilot for Sky One called Flutter presented by Colin Murray. I performed a number of duties on VT shoots and in the office before assisting with the live record at MTV Studios.

Education

  • Sept 2001 - June 2004
    Buckinghamshire Chilterns University College, Queen Alexandra Road, High Wycombe Bucks.
    BA HONS Media Studies with Creative Writing and Video Production. Grade: 2.1
  • Oct 2006 - Sept 2007
    University College Falmouth, Penryn, Cornwall
    MA Television Production (Skillset accredited)


Other Skills

  • 11 times published poet, 1995 - 2000
  • Full UK Drivers License
  • Certified Usui Shiki Ryoho Reiki Practitioner
  • VJ, both for a live electronic act (www.stoltz.co.uk) and independent events/ club nights

Personal and academic references gladly provided on request

Ash Parker
07740 360605
media@ ashparker.co.uk

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