Joshua Houston
United Arab Emirates & United Kingdom
Summary
I am a passionate and dedicated Videographer with 1.5 years of full-time experience and 4 years of part-time and freelance work, specializing in capturing compelling visuals for cars, restaurants, lifestyle, and real estate. I am able to produce high-quality content, while excelling in both collaborative team environments and independent projects.
I have worked with renowned brands such as Five Hotel Group, Virgin Atlantic, GEMS Education, Abu Dhabi Grand Prix F1, Eden Realty, LIV27, TKMMA, Oasis Metal Manufacturing, Jebel Ali Resort, It’s Just Football, and Velocity Lounges.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Videographer
Trim London Media
06.2024 - Current
- Streamlined post-production workflows, significantly reducing turnaround times on projects.
- Led a team of videographers in producing corporate videos and commercials.
- Mentored junior videographers to improve their technical skills and creative abilities.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to create visually compelling content for promotional campaigns.
Videographer / Editor
Trim London Media
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Operated cameras, lighting equipment, and audio gear proficiently to produce high-quality footage in various environments.
- Produced videos according to client specifications, including desired length, style and pace.
- Filmed live events and promotional videos, capturing memorable moments for a wide array of clientele.
- Operated video cameras in various environments, adjusting settings appropriately for outdoor and studio.
Head Videohgrapher
NUVEL VIP
03.2023 - 03.2023
- Creating social media content for NUVEL VIP to engage their audience and showcase their event.
Videographer / Photographer
TITAN.DNB
01.2023 - 03.2023
- I have been shooting social media content for Titan DNB, touring with him as he travels around the United Kingdom.
- I have been in charge of his social media interactions, creating content for him to post to gain more exposure in the DJ / Nightclub / Festival industry.
Social Media Admin
Dubai English Speaking College
05.2019 - 06.2021
- I was given the task of creating social media posts and managing the Dubai English Speaking College's Twitter and Instagram account for big events such as Sport Matches or Day's, Math Competitions, School Performances, Breast Cancer Day's and many more.
- I was asked to branch out to all audiences with my posts and reply to any customers online, asking about specific days or how the school operates.
Drone Operator
Suited & Booted
05.2021 - 05.2021
- I was in charge of operating the Film drone, for a suit company where we hired out an actor and dressed him in different suits to show new releases that where coming soon to their suit clothing line.
- I had to manage communication between the actor, driver of the car and myself for the shoot in order to get the right shots.
Media Marketing / Rebranding
OASIS Metal Manufacturing
03.2021 - 05.2021
- I was asked to take charge of rebranding a companies website and LinkedIn profile using videos and photographs I took and edited.
- I had to reach two different target audiences, so using different filming, editing and photography techniques was key in order to reach these two completely different target audiences.
- Filmed in dangerous environments with lots of welding, large trucks and cranes, heavy machinery and construction vehicles being present on site while filming.
Film Production
AVP Productions
03.2019 - 05.2019
- I was given the job of operating the DSLR camera to conduct interviews with high status celebrities (Select members of the royal family, Khabib Nurmagomedov and Gregor Clegane) at The Meydan Horse Racing Finals.
- I was also involved in the editing of images and video's that where later posted onto the Meydan Horse Racing's social media accounts (Twitter & Instagram).
Education
Bachelor of Honors - Film Making
Leeds Beckett University
2023
BTEC - Hospitality - Grade Distinction Star (A*)
Dubai English Speaking College
2020
A-Levels - Information, Communication and Technology - Grade (B)
Dubai English Speaking College
2020
GCSEs - English Language - Grade 6 (B)
Dubai English Speaking College
2018
GCSEs - English Literature - Grade 5 (C)
Dubai English Speaking College
2018
GCSEs - Information, Communication and Technology - Grade 6 (B)
Dubai English Speaking College
2018
GCSEs - Food and Nutrition - Grade 7 (A)
Dubai English Speaking College
2018
GCSEs - Media - Grade 6 (B)
Dubai English Speaking College
2018
A-Levels - Media - Grade (B)
Dubai English Speaking College
2018
GCSEs - History - Grade 6 (B)
Dubai English Speaking College
2018
GCSEs - Foundation Maths - Grade 5 (C)
Dubai English Speaking College
2018
GCSEs - Biology - Grade 7 (A)
Dubai English Speaking College
2018
GCSEs - Chemistry - Grade 6 (B)
Dubai English Speaking College
2018
GCSEs - Physics - Grade 5 (C)
Dubai English Speaking College
2018
Skills
- Experienced using a wide range of DSLR cameras
- Experienced cinematic drone pilot
- Experienced using all applications in Adobe Suite
- Fairly experienced using Blender & Cinema 4D
- Experienced at organizing shoots, with multiple team members on set
- Fairly experienced at Photography
- Fairly experienced at Animation
Timeline
Senior Videographer
Trim London Media
06.2024 - Current
Videographer / Editor
Trim London Media
10.2023 - 06.2024
Head Videohgrapher
NUVEL VIP
03.2023 - 03.2023
Videographer / Photographer
TITAN.DNB
01.2023 - 03.2023
Drone Operator
Suited & Booted
05.2021 - 05.2021
Media Marketing / Rebranding
OASIS Metal Manufacturing
03.2021 - 05.2021
Social Media Admin
Dubai English Speaking College
05.2019 - 06.2021
Film Production
AVP Productions
03.2019 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Honors - Film Making
Leeds Beckett University
BTEC - Hospitality - Grade Distinction Star (A*)
Dubai English Speaking College
A-Levels - Information, Communication and Technology - Grade (B)
Dubai English Speaking College
GCSEs - English Language - Grade 6 (B)
Dubai English Speaking College
GCSEs - English Literature - Grade 5 (C)
Dubai English Speaking College
GCSEs - Information, Communication and Technology - Grade 6 (B)
Dubai English Speaking College
GCSEs - Food and Nutrition - Grade 7 (A)
Dubai English Speaking College
GCSEs - Media - Grade 6 (B)
Dubai English Speaking College
A-Levels - Media - Grade (B)
Dubai English Speaking College
GCSEs - History - Grade 6 (B)
Dubai English Speaking College
GCSEs - Foundation Maths - Grade 5 (C)
Dubai English Speaking College
GCSEs - Biology - Grade 7 (A)
Dubai English Speaking College
GCSEs - Chemistry - Grade 6 (B)
Dubai English Speaking College
GCSEs - Physics - Grade 5 (C)
Dubai English Speaking College
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