Highly versatile and
multilingual (English/French/Spanish) TV/Film Researcher/Coordinator and
Theatre Producer with proven production/on set experience across a variety of roles.
Fast learner and
strong team player with
excellent interpersonal, communication and
problem-solving skills.
Experienced and qualified
Audio/Voiceover Producer with proven
studio recording, production, localization and
post-production skills. Highly skilled in
researching, creating, and
guiding performances in audio storytelling across various media.
Confident in handling sensitive, high-value materials, logging and archiving assets and
collaborating with expert colleagues and clients.
Founder, Artistic Director and
Executive Producer at
Mongrel Thumb professional theatre company from 2013-18, overseeing five critically acclaimed professional productions in London, guiding shows through
development to production, including
liaising with casting directors, talent management, venues and press throughout production.
Former professional actor. Creatively ambitious with excellent people skills.
Career Highlights:
2018-present - Company Director of Maxim Reston Voice (Self Employed): · Produced voiceover narration localization for multiple documentaries for National Geographic and Discovery Channel, including Life at the Yellow River Delta winner of three international Telly Awards in 2024 including Best Short Form Documentary (Silver) and Best Nature & Wildlife (Gold).
· Lead voiceover artist on major commercial campaigns for global clients including Beam-Suntory, Danone, Dexcom, Leading Hotels of the World and Jordans Cereals, running remote live directed voiceover sessions in English and French attended by expert engineers, talent and high level stakeholders.
· Produced interactive audiobook narration for Weirdwood Manor Volume 2 – Rise of the Therimancer for Relish Studios, winner of Best Interactive Youth Content at the BANFF Rockie Awards in 2024.
· Recorded localized character dialogue for multiple AA/AAA+ and indie titles from my professional home studio and at major game localization studios such as SIDE Global and Pitstop Productions.
· Self-produced character dialogue recording for video game Mortal Shell by Cold Symmetry, nominated for Best Debut Game at the Game Awards in 2020.
· Recognised by
BAFTA as a BAFTA Connect Member in recognition of my contribution to the video games industry.
2013-2018 - Co-Founder and Artistic Director of Mongrel Thumb Theatre Company:• Executive Producer on five critically acclaimed theatre productions in London and the West End.
• Established and maintained company values, logo and website.
• Oversaw casting process and contract management, working with casting directors and talent management to arrange auditions, set cast for productions, negotiate contracts and manage talent throughout rehearsal and production.
• Critically evaluated scripts and writers against a variety of criteria.
• Identified, established and maintained relationships with artists, theatres and agents, acting as main point of contact.
• Selected and curated projects in line with artistic vision of the company.
• Successfully delivered events against ambitious deadlines in line with company values.
• Established and maintained professional reputation of company within industry and in public.
• Wrote, edited and proof-read contracts and venue hire agreements.
• Gave constructive feedback to creatives throughout development, pre-production and production.
• Oversaw marketing and social media campaigns for productions, adapting social media content and tone to the needs of both brand and production throughout theatrical run.
2009-present - Professional Actor (Freelance)• Worked in multiple small and large scale theatre, film, television and video game productions, gaining excellent working knowledge of on set protocol and departmental roles across all sectors.
2005 - The Edge Picture Company –
Office and Production Runner (Corporate Media)
• Researched and established contact with locations, gained access for filming, ensured release forms were signed, supported talent and executives on shoot and during pre-production.
2004 - Merchant Ivory Productions – Trainee Assistant Director (Film - The White Countess)
•Worked quickly and under pressure to help production meet daily filming targets; analysed daily shooting script and anticipated possible challenges; adapted calmly to changing circumstances on set; assisted liaisons between different departments during preproduction and filming; secured access to filming locations and assisted in casting of local background artists.
Qualifications -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
• Avid Pro Tools Certified User – Pro Tools Fundamentals 101/110 - ICMP London
• Source Connect Certified - Source Elements Academy
• Voiceover Narration, Characters and Commercials Intensive - Bristol Academy of Voice Acting (BRAVA)
• Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing - Digital Marketing Institute
• BA/MA in Medieval and Modern Languages and Literature (French and Spanish) - Oxford University
Skills
MS Office, Mac OS, Sage Accounts, Avid Pro Tools, Final Cut Pro
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