In tandem with my technical career, I’ve nurtured a set of creative skills. While my initial focus was Photography, my experience has expanded into Video Production, Desktop Publishing, and Audio Engineering.
I began as a Behind-The-Scenes (BTS) photographer in North London’s film industry, drawing on skills developed through Wildlife photography. This led me to various roles within the film industry, including Runner, Boom Operator, Camera Operator, Assistant Director, and Second Unit Director. I also explored Wedding and Event photography, covering everything from corporate gatherings to sports events.
The need for self-promotion and digital assets prompted my delve into Desktop Publishing. This introduced me to tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, enhancing my skill set further.
Creative Experience#
| Client | Type | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backdoor Broadcasting | Subcontracting | 2014 - 2017 | Audio Podcast recording |
| RP Photography by Design | Subcontracting | 2012 - 2013 | Photographer |
| Royal Holloway University | Contract | 2012 - 2014 | Graphic Designer, Photographer |
| L’altro Uomo | Contract | TBC | Photographer |
| Oak Hill Park Café | Contract | TBC | Photographer |
| UK Wolf Conservation Trust | Contract | TBC | Photographer |
| Karluk Siberian Huskies | Contract | TBC | Photographer |
| B3 Media | Contract | 2011 | Photographer |
| Film Theatre | Contract | 2011 | Photographer |
| Kinetic Energy Films | Contract | 2010 | Photographer |
| After Dark Production | Contract | 2010 | Photographer |
Business Skills#
- Day-to-Day Business Ops
- Finance & Accounting
- Marketing
My Filmography#
I began building my Filmography in early 2010 with After Dark Productions, a company co-owned by a friend. My first ever role was as a production photographer for a TV advert. This singular and seemingly insignificant moment was the cornerstone for my career in both the film industry and as a professional photographer.
IMDB (Internet Movie DataBase) entry for Tristan Findley
| Production | Production Company | Date | Role | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercutio’s Dreaming | B3 Media | 2011 | Production Photographer | Flickr |
| Skin Deep | Film Theatre | 2011 | Production Photographer | YouTube Flickr |
| Heroin(e) | After Dark Production | 2010 | 1st Assistant Director | Flickr |
| Dead Crazy | After Dark Production | 2010 | Camera Operator, Production Photographer, Mic Operator, Second Unit Director | Flickr |
| Kretzinger’s Waltz | Kinetic Energy Films | 2010 | Runner, Production Photographer | Flickr |
| The Sofa | After Dark Production | 2010 | 2nd Assistant Director, Production Photographer, Mic Operator, Runner, Actor | YouTube Flickr |
| Furry Mayhem | After Dark Production | 2010 | Production Photographer, Runner, Additional Boom Operator, Actor | YouTube |
