JOSH CLUDERAY

Josh studied film at college and university, attaining the top grades in both, and writing his final dissertation on the early comedies of John Ford (e-mail him if you'd like to read it!). He has been making short films since he was a teenager and the contemporary director he would most love to emulate is Joe Dante.

Josh also writes articles about film, some of which appear on his blog
Don't Hang Around, and is currently researching a book on the history of heist cinema, as well as curating the online edition of the world-renowned
Dancing Henry Alamanac. His other interests include stand-up comedy, Die Hard and writing in the third person.

Watch "The Package"
Watch "Odd Sock"
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Read the Dancing Henry Almanac
Read Don't Hang Around

JOSH CLUDERAY BA (HONS)

Curriculum Vitae

PROFILE:

A film studies graduate currently working in a busy digital media environment, with a strong understanding of digital video formats and media such as film, television and radio, and excellent writing and communication skills.

Computer skills include video and image editing, DVD authoring, graphic design, web design, desktop publishing, and the ability to use and adapt to many other types of software. I’m proficient with Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, Adobe Photoshop, DVD Lab Pro and many other prevalent media tools.

Writing skills include creative writing, publicity material, and the presentation of original research.

CURRENT EMPLOYMENT

Digital Media Services, Westminster (2010-present)

After starting as a runner at this busy post-production company I was promoted to encoder and am now responsible for a range of duties, including:

- Capturing, printing and dubbing digital tape formats such as DigiBeta, Beta-SP and HD-Cam SR
- Authoring DVD, Blu-Rays, 3D Blu-Rays and DCPs
- Encoding video files for both broadcast and online use with a variety of software applications
- Editing and mixing video content in Final Cut Pro
- Directing promotional videos
- Editing online featurettes
- Performing standards conversion
- Working with equipment such as SmartJog and Alchemist
- Scripting workflows
- Logging tapes and maintaining databases
- Overseeing stock levels
- Maintaining client relationships
- Working with both Windows and Mac OSX

EDUCATION:

BA (Hons) in Film Studies at Sheffield Hallam University (2009)

First class honours degree, including a first class graded dissertation on the early films of John Ford.

A-Levels at York College (2006)

A - Film Studies
A - Media Studies
A - English Language
A - Psychology

10 GCSEs, A*-C, at Wensleydale School (2004)

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Radio Teesdale (2009-present)
Voluntary presenter work at this local radio station included presenting a Christmas special in 2010, where I was in complete control of the music and decks. As well as giving me experience of professional radio equipment, this has helped me to sharpen my communication skills.

HMV (2009)
Working here for three months over the busy Christmas period gave me experience working in a high pressure environment while remaining personable and upbeat. I worked on the tills and assisted people on the shop floor by responding to queries and locating stock.

Christian Knowles Productions (Summer 2008)
Promoting comedy shows at the month-long Edinburgh Festival Fringe required excellent communication skills, as I was in almost constant contact with members of the public and had to be comfortable in engaging all types of people in conversation to sell our shows.

BillBailey.co.uk (2006 - 2008)
Bill Bailey is an internationally successful comedian, with a website that must both reflect his personality and provide up to date information for his fans. I provided written content for the website and newsletter, contributed to publicity material and wrote the forward to his songbook.

INTERESTS:

Enthusiastic about film history, particularly classical Hollywood cinema, and am always seeking to learn more on the subject. Deeply interested in comedy: television, radio and stand-up, and try to see live comedy whenever I can.

Spend most of my spare time listening to music, writing and making short films. Also take an interest in the internet and try to keep up with new technologies. Enjoy playing football and its sister sport wally.