Abs Abdullahi
London, UK
07572 425596
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am a camera assistant with extensive experience across UK television—spanning live OBs, studio entertainment, sport, music and reality formats—I bring a calm, reliable and technically confident presence to fast-moving production environments.
Over the last several years I have supported camera teams across flagship BBC and ITV shows including Strictly Come Dancing, The One Show, Good Morning Britain, Britain’s Got Talent, Match of the Day, Formula 1 at Silverstone, Eurovision, Love Island Aftersun and Big Brother. Also have worked on the last three Olympics in Tokyo, Beijing and Paris. These roles have strengthened my ability to rig efficiently, fault-find under pressure, and stay a step ahead of camera ops and supervisors on the floor.
I am experienced with Sony studio chains (HDC-4300/3500/2500/1700 series, Canon, Sony, GoPro, and many more), box lenses, lightweight primes, PTZ setups at height, fibre chains, and SDI signal tracing. Whether prepping handheld rigs, managing lens swaps, supporting jib and pedestal cameras, or integrating AutoCue within studio and OB workflows, I pride myself on being adaptable, quick-thinking, and consistently reliable. I’m also comfortable working in both studio and location environments—from busy gallery-controlled floors to fixed-rig reality setups and heritage sites.
My background includes working across high-stakes live broadcasts, rapid-turnaround studio shows, and creative unscripted formats where clear communication, safe rigging, and attention to detail are essential. I enjoy being part of a collaborative crew and thrive in roles where preparation, initiative, and technical awareness directly contribute to a smooth production.
I would welcome the opportunity to bring my experience and positive, solutions-focused approach to your production team. I’m available for live, studio, or location work and can provide references, call sheets, production managers, BBC executives and supervisor testimonials on request.
Thank you for your time, and I look forward to the possibility of working together.
Kind regards,
Abs Abdullahi
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