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CONTACT
Bethan C Radford
PROFILE
A motivated graduate with a first-class honours degree in Television and current master's student in Film and TV. Passionate about visual storytelling and educating future generations in the performing arts. Experienced in teaching film, TV, and drama skills to children and young adults, with additional freelance experience in photo retouching. Seeking opportunities to further develop expertise in the film and television industry.
EXPERIENCE
Film & TV Teaching Assistant
Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts - Truro | 2024 - Present
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Teaching children aged 5-18 a variety of skills related to film and television production, including script analysis, camera work, and visual storytelling.
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Assisting in the creation of student-led projects and facilitating workshops in acting for the screen.
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Helped cast student shows, supporting young actors in rehearsals and on performance days.
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Taught children various acting techniques, focusing on both comedic timing and dramatic interpretation.
Freelance Photographer, Videographer and Photo Retoucher
Self-Employed (Bethan Radford Media) | 2023 – Present
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Collaborating with clients to enhance and retouch professional portraits.
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Proficient in using Photoshop, Premiere Pro and other editing tools to meet the client’s aesthetic and technical requirements.
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Managing client expectations and delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines.
SKILLS
Technical Skills
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Video Editing: Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects
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Photo Editing: Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom
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Camera Operation: Sony FX6, ARRI Alexa, Canon C100, DJI/Ronin Gimbal, Dolly and tracks, Jib operation
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Screenwriting: Experience in writing for both stage and screen
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Sound Design: Zoom recorders, boom operation, external mic in camera, Pro Tools
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Colour Grading: DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro
Other Skills
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Teaching and mentoring young people
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Research and critical analysis
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Creative collaboration and teamwork
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Problem-solving and adaptability
Certifications & Licences
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Adobe Certified Professional in Premiere Pro
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Adobe Certified Professional in Photoshop
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Full Enhanced DBS Certificate
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Full UK Driving License (Cat B)
EDUCATION
MA Film and Television
Falmouth University | 2024 - 2025
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Contextual Studies in Screen, Culture & Society and Globalisation
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Creative Practice
BA (Hons) Television
Falmouth University | 2021 - 2024
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Graduated with First-Class Honours
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Dissertation achieved 80% mark
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Modules undertaken:
TEL120 Bootcamp (Principle Skills) TEL13O Backdrop (Contextual Studies) TEL141 Telling Tales (Script Writing) TEL111 Origin (Documentary Production) TEL15O First Positions (Roles in Live TV Drama) TEL220 Artistry (Individual Production Skills) TEL230 Makers (Making Short Dramas) TEL250 Blue Skies (Marketing in UK TV) TEL210 Impact (Documentary from a Stimulus) TEL240 Inception (Dissertation Project Proposal) TEL260 Agency (Creating Promotional Material) TEL310 Dare (Developing Personal Skills) TEL320 Realisation (Dissertation) TEL330 Showcase (Final Project)
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Acting)
The SPACE | 2018 - 2020
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Achieved grade D*D*D*
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Optional Extended Project achieved grade A*
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Units undertaken:
Performance workshop Performing arts business Historical context of performance Rehearsing for performance Performing to an audience Principles of acting Devising plays Theatre for children Contemporary theatre performance Auditions for actors Film and TV acting Developing physical theatre Applying physical theatre Arts in the community Site-specific performance Special subject investigation Marketing for the performing arts
OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma in Media Production (Film & TV)
Bridgwater & Taunton College | 2017 - 2018
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Achieved grade PP
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Units undertaken:
Analysing media products and audiences Production roles in media organisations Preparing for a career in the media industry Photography for media products Web authoring and design UK TV broadcasting Production and post production for TV Visual effects for TV and film Audio-visual promos
PROJECTS & CREDITS
Two Women One Lobster (2024)
Short Drama
Director, Writer
Independent
Gnomegeddon (2024)
Short Horror
1st Assistant Camera
Independent
Human Artistry (2022)
Documentary
Director, Camera, Editor
Independent
Red Door Yellow Door (2023)
Short Horror
Editor
Independent
Potager Garden (2023)
Promotional
Director of Photography
Independent
Neve Jeffrey - 'Fleabag' (Monologue)
Performance Film
Cinematographer, Editor
White & Wolf Film Company
Birds Aren't Real (2023)
Short Film
Cinematographer, Editor
Independent
Jezebel (2022)
Documentary
Camera, Editor
Independent
Woman of Pictures (2023)
Documentary
Editor
Independent
King Henry (2023)
Short Drama
Camera Trainee
Film Ankoth
If This Is It (2021)
Short Film
Director, Camera, Editor
Independent
Keskows (2024)
Short Drama
BTS Photographer
FylmK Commission