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E M A I L : d a n f a m p r o d u c t i o n s @ g o o g l e m a i l . c o m L I N K E D I N P R O F I L E : http://uk.linkedin.com/in/dantonkin
WEBSITE: http://www.danfamproductions.co.uk
PRIMARY EXPERTISE: Filmmaking: A decades investment in developing writing, directing, production management, camera and video editing skills at Ealing Studios Met Film School and Bournemouth University – to bring story, product, service, lifestyle and emotions to the screen through vivid, dynamic, versatile narratives and filmmaking techniques. Project Management: Whatever the ‘brief’, the focus must remain on the time, cost, quality to develop a product that both meets budget and deadlines, whilst still exciting the client / viewer. This requires smart planning, involving location recce, floor plans and shot lists as well as management of people, resources and equipment. Leadership & Team-‐Building: Encouraging film teams and support crews to work together and deliver strong performance and productivity is demanding and requires good communication skills and patience. Everyone needs to feel valued to have to ensure their contribution achieves a successful outcome. After leading many team collaborations across a variety of projects, I have become a mentor and teach part-‐time for the BFI Film Academy. TECHNICAL SKILLS
I have strong technical and practical skills across a wide range of filmmaking tools and equipment, so that I know what to expect from my team and can deliver efficient turnkey assignments:
§ Cameras: Video/ Digital – (Screen shots/ Focus/ Angles/ Framing) Canon 500D – 700D/ Canon C300/ Sony Z1-‐Z5/ Sony GH4/ Sony FS5/ Sony HDC 1500/ Arri Alexa/ Panasonic 101/ 41E/ Canon 5D Mk2 & Mk3
§ Lighting: Gaffer – (Mood/ Tension/ Atmosphere) – Dedo/ Fresnel/ LED lite panels/ Kino Flows/ Manfrotto § Sound & Location Recordist: (Definition/ Sharpness) Boom Operator/ Tascam DR4 & DR7/ Sennheiser EW 100 § Equipment: (Image Stabilisation) Panther/ Libec -‐ Jib Track & Dolly/ Movi/ Shoulder Rigs/ Tripods/ C-‐Stands § Files Management: Grading & Colour Image Manipulation/ Mapping & Synchronisation of Audio/ Video § Editing Suites/ Processes: – Final Cut Pro/ Adobe Premier Pro/ Video Transfer (VT) Logging/ Grading
EXPERIENCE: I have 10 years of contacts, experience, commitment and can recruit teams, find locations and assemble equipment as needed to fulfil diverse projects at speed. In the last year I have had several nominations, provided coverage on the Welsh elections for the BBC and been commissioned by clients such as JP Morgan & Merlin Entertainment Group. I am an exceptionally quick learner, flexible to work with and relocation is never an issue. WORK ABSTRACTS Showreel available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05buoMmjmmA Position: Production:
Cinematographer Paper Stain (LGBT, film) -‐ Film Expo South Winning Script Project 2016
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Writer Aero Orange (TV animation)
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Writer, Cinematographer Guilt & Denial (film)
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Producer Flawless (film) -‐ Cambridge TV Freeview Broadcast 2016 -‐ Successful Crowd Funded Campaign (Indiegogo)
September ‘16
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Cinematographer Float Away (music video)
July ‘16
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Position: Production:
Cinematographer, Editor Merlin Entertainment Group (promotional advertisement)
June ‘16
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1st Assistant Camera National Assembly Wales Elections (BBC: event coverage)
May ‘16
Position: Production:
Writer, Producer, Director, Editor Echo Screen (film) -‐ Red Ditch Halloween Film Festival Semi-‐Finalist 2016 -‐ Film London: Films In The City Screening 2016
April ‘16
Position: Production:
Cinematographer Flirt
April ‘16
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Cinematographer, Editor QuietSphere (promotional advertisement)
March ‘16
Position: Production:
Writer, Co-‐Producer, Director Last Light (film) -‐ Virgin Media Freeview Broadcast 2016 -‐ Accolade Global Film Competition Winner 2016
March ‘16
Position: Production:
Script Editor Stung (LGBT, film)
March ‘16
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Cinematographer, Editor Moneytalk (QSA & JP Morgan initiative)
December ‘15
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Cinematographer A Killer’s Confession (film)
June ‘15
Position: Production:
1st Assistant Director Stay With Me (film) -‐ Successful Crowd Funded Campaign (Kickstarter) -‐ Rahway International Film Festival Best Actress 2015
May ‘15
Position: Production:
Writer, Director, Producer, Editor Survivor (World’s 1st -‐ interactive, multi linear narrative film) -‐ Best Shorts Competition Winner 2015 -‐ Texas Ultimate Shorts Official Selection 2015
April ‘15
Position: Production:
Script Editor The Divide (radio play)
March ‘15
Position: Production:
Writer Virtuoso Melody (film)
December ‘14
Position: Production:
Production Manager Bournemouth Air Festival (event coverage)
July ‘14
Position: Production:
Writer, Producer, Editor, Voice Artist Peter & Patch Do Pills (radio play) -‐ Bournemouth University Competition Radio Play Winner 2014
May ‘14
Position: Production:
Writer, Producer, Actor (lead) What’s Up With Seth (web series pilot)
June ‘14
Position: Production:
Writer Embrace (film) -‐ Prince Charles Cinema & BFI Future Film Screening 2014 -‐ Short Cinema Film Festival Screening 2014
January ‘14
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Cinematographer & Editor Grace Black Books (promotional campaign)
November ‘13
Position: Production:
Production Manager, Writer, Voice Artist Ben’s Heroes Trust (promotional campaign)
June ‘13
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QUALIFICATIONS & CREDENTIALS QUALIFICATIONS: Bournemouth University:
-‐ MA Cinematography: Merit – 2016 • BU Short Film Competition Winner • x3 Royal Television Society Awards Nominee
-‐ BA (Hons) Scriptwriting: Grade 2:1 – 2015 • Leadership Commendation from Media & Communications Faculty Dean
Guildford College:
-‐ Access To Arts & Humanities: Philosophy, English, History, Visual Arts, Politics, Poetry, Prose, Drama, Media with Merit Graduating Year: 2012
Ealing Studios, MET Film School: -‐ Practical Filmmaking Writing, Directing, Cinematography, Editing, Producing Graduating Year: 2008
OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS:
London Screenwriters Festival Finalist (2016) Digital Filmmaker Magazine -‐ Interactive Film ‘Survivor’ -‐ 6 Page Feature (2016)
Nashville Film Festival Semi-‐Finalist (2016) Script Reporter on Shore Scripts ‘Life Expectancy’ Winner (2015)
Screencraft Screenwriters Residency Program Quarter-‐Finalist (2015) Shore Scripts Online Publication (2015) Cascade Writers Lounge Shortlist (2013)
PREVIOUS CLIENTS: VOLUNTEERING & WORK INTERESTS VOLUNTEERING -‐ International writing and filmmaking volunteer teacher at Nepris, independent filmmaking collaborator member of the London Screenwriter’s Festival, Dorset Film Office and Film Expo South community. I have mentored over 25 filmmaking undergraduates at Bournemouth University, over 4 years, helping students to develop and apply both technical and practical skills. CHARITY WORK -‐ This has included projects with:
-‐ Nepris – International filmmaking volunteer teacher -‐ ‘Moneytalk’ Initiative – short film for QSA & JP Morgan to help underprivileged people understand finances -‐ Ben’s Heroes Trust – 2 video/ radio campaigns raising awareness and profile
INTERESTS -‐ These include creative writing, filmmaking, RPG video games, hill climbing & hiking, skydiving & travel. I am always keen to network and build additional skills or business opportunities. ORGANISATIONS I SUPPORT: