bilal ahmad cv 2015
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Bilal Ahmad
BILAL AHMAD Showreel: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Zh0Wbzhq2c
5 Fairfax Avenue, Epsom, KT17 2QN [email protected]; 07540 604 993
PROFILE I am charismatic, dynamic and confident individual with excellent experience of media through my degree at university where I graduated with a 2:1 in Television Production and Multimedia. I have a very flexible attitude towards work and I’m happy to adapt myself to new situations. I thrive on pressure and enjoy working to tight deadlines. I am happy working independently or as part of a team and I pride myself on my writing and on my organisational skills. I have good technical competence in
many areas of production and have exceptional computer skills.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
BBC, Eastenders, Freelance AD Team Floor Runner (January 2015- Present)
AD Team Floor Runner
Running the studio floor for the 1st and 2nd Assistant Directors. Making sure
everything runs smoothly and on time. Including queuing actors into their scenes
and make sure that things are in order for next scenes.
BBC, Eastenders Live 30th Anniversary AD Team Floor Runner (March 2015- March
2015
AD Team Floor Runner
This was full months work including the rehearsals for the flagship 30th Anniversary
Eastenders show. On the night I was floor running outside and in studios assisting
the AD team making sure the show runs smoothly and artists are in there scenes on
time.
MTA International, Morden (December 2012 - Present )
Multi-Skilled Operator/Studio Manager
My duties include technical support, rigging programs, making sure everything is
tested and working before programs. I also have worked as a sound mixer
including camera operator and edit assistant roles. As studio manager I am
responsible for studio maintenance including any patching issues that are raised
by directors and producers.
Camera Operator/Technical Assistant, USA and Canada Tour
I had the privilege of going on tour with this company where I could use my
strongest skills in Camera and some technical issues in USA and Canada. I was
able to work in Capital Hill where the US senate make all there decision in world
and state affairs. I filmed a VIP state visit the event was filmed using Sony EX1
and my own Panasonic GH2.
MTA World News Editor
I have to edit the world news by waiting for script team to send me all the stories in
one document, this will include the correct Reuters videos that I need to download
and add the video to the script. Also I have to wait for voice over’s from people
around the world to complete the whole process. On weekends we use a news
presenter which means I have to record the presenter then add him to the edit. I
have to do this by a deadline and hand it into transmission every day.
BBC , Eastenders, Elstree (May 2012 –July 2012 )
Freelance Floor Runner
I was called in as a casual floor runner this role means I am assisting the AD’s on the
floor by keeping the studio quiet and making sure that all checks are done before the
scenes begin.
BBC Holby City, Elstree (February 2012 - February 2012)
Technical Assistant
My duties included providing technical support for the camera operators on shoot.
BBC, Eastenders Lauren Diaries, Elstree (September 2011- September 2011)
Camera Operator
I was main camera operator for online segments on Lauren Dairies. Using a Sony
EX1.
BBC, E20, Elstree (May 2011 – June 2011)
Trainee 2nd Camera Assistant
Assisting camera men through the shoot making sure cameras are focused rigged up
and working I was also able to be clapper loader, the duty was shared with the 1st
assistant
Camera Operator
Filmed scripted character monologs with a Sony EX1.
Camera Operator
Was asked the help out with behind the scenes coverage and got to film some
content for the director.
‘B’ Camera Operator
Camera B Operator for additional online content, was asked to come down for extra
day of filming to film a fun mystery segment for online fan of the E20 show.
ETV Media Group, Kentish Town (August 2011- December 2011)
Assistant Producer
My duties including assisting producers and liaison with presenters and going the
program script with them checking if crew are in and having to do admiration work
for the production.
Video Shoot Productions, Live Events Middlesex (2010- 2011)
Freelance Cameraman
Worked as Camera Man for live events such as Race for Life Marathons and
promotional videos such as The John Salako Charity Golf Event and was given small
editing jobs.
ETV Media Group, Vauxhall, (2009-2009)
Work Experience
Worked as Office Runner, Researcher for Thomas Cook Holiday Channel and as a
Runner/Camera Operator for Gala Bingo TV.
MTA Television, Morden (2002-2012)
Volunteer
I worked as a volunteer for the Production Team and have worked on live programs, documentaries, talk shows current affairs and children’s programme. I have been given
roles of Assistant Producer, Camera Man, Runner and Editor.
TECNICAL SKILLS
Camera
Experience with HD camcorders (Sony, Panasonic and Canon)
Experience with Studio Cameras, HD and SD (Sony, Panasonic and Canon)
DSLR experience (Canon, Panasonic and Nikon)
Computer Software
Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
Adobe Creative Suite (Adobe Premier, Photoshop and After Effects)
Apple MAC OS ( Final Cut Editing)
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
University of Chester 2009
BA 2:1, Television Production and Multimedia
BBC 2011
Health and Safety Training
Four Corners Training 2013
Camera Cinematography Training
HOBBIES & INTEREST
A keen sportsman and team player having represented my school and university in a variety
of sports including football, cricket and badminton. Current interests & hobbies include;
playing 5-a-side football; reading a variety of literature (mainly non-fiction) and travelling.
Having toured parts of Europe, South-east Asia and Northern India, have enjoyed the
opportunity of meeting people from all walks of life.
References Available On Request