About me
Farfetch
211 Old Street
London
EC1V 9NR
Dear Sir
I am writing to apply for the role of Creative Video Producer at Farfetch. I am seeking my next role to expand my career further in an industry I am passionate about.
I have had a life long passion for the film and TV industry and worked tirelessly to gain experience and skills from working as a runner at the start of my career to gain experience to now being a 2nd Assistant Director on an array of media including Feature Film, TV dramas, Commercials, Corporate videos and short films.
I love managing and leading a vast array of people of all walks of life and skill level. Understanding people and their needs while contextualising their input for the good of the overall product is something I excel at. I have a proven track record at being able to work with people to think creatively and collaborate to produce the best story possible. I have developed an excellent practical mind for challenges and solutions. Often a film set is a giant, ever evolving jigsaw puzzle where the solution is only obtained through a calm head, clear thinking, considered communication and a sense of humour. I pride myself with the relationships I make and keep. I feel that the most important skills in production management is surrounding yourself with the most skilled and talented people; then creating a positive culture of collaboration and open dialogue to allow people to flourish and excel.
In my spare time, I write and produce short films, comedy sketches, commercials as well as some longer form writing projects. I have recently consulted for a marketing and design agency that wants to offer its customers video content as a new product. I have pitched several video concepts to their marketing team including storyboards, budgets briefs and shooting plans. In conjunction with my film making knowledge I demonstrated my ability to create inspirational creative concepts that would encompass a design philosophy for a brand across all levels of communication. I love process of connecting with a brand and generating ideas, stories and strategies.
I have experience of working within the fashion industry through recently producing a corporate film for M&S Shopping links at fashion week. This has given me a great insight into the fashion industry.
I am excited by this role because I know I can bring my leadership, creativity and project management skills to establish the Creative Video team to deliver creative content for the business. I have 12 years industry experience of filmmaking. I have worked with some of the worlds best directors, crew and cast.
If you require any further information do not hesitate to contact me. I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely
Ian Hughes