Country and nationality
British
Professional role in the film industry
Freelance videographer, video and photo editor working on production and editing.
Years of experience in the film industry
4 years
I originally wanted to be a journalist then marine biologist and then post sound editor and sound designer, but discovered people outside the industry where not sure what that was
I decided to study Media and TV studies applied to The Net Films School which gave me the tools I needed.Since graduating I set up as a freelancer and have worked on projects from Clarins to UNICEF
This is her project, where she fully feels her life’s purpose “There are smiles that should last forever!”.
Challenges
I would have liked to have more female role models. Few of my tutors were women. Female friends are a help but peers to professionals in the industry are important.
It has been more difficult to be seen and my voice heard, but it got better. I have not been told no because I am a woman. I had a lack of confidence and took criticism personally thinking I was not good enough. It is easy to get too attached to a project and difficult to remember it is for someone else
Overcoming Obstacles
I decided to broaden my skills and opportunities and become a good all-rounder There are some tough barriers. It is a male dominated industry. Networking is very important to get your hands on any work you can to enable you to climb the ladder. I delved into camera and postproduction added more strings to my bow so that really offered more prospects and more people contacted me.
Recommendations
Remember, people show their show reels You do not see the hardships and struggles behind this.
‘Try your best, don’t compare yourself to others. It is not a sprint. It is never too late to start learning new skills. In the words of Dr Zeus. The people who mind don’t matter and the people who matter don’t mind’.
The WIFILM Case Study Library will provide VET providers, females interested in developing a career within the industry, or those working alongside females in the industry with a series of case studies on successful women in the film industry. The Case Study Library will highlight the barriers to entry for females in the industry, including deficits in role models, confidence, and career planning.
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