Hello, I'm Daniel Llewelyn Williams
PERSONAL PROFILE
I am a dedicated Film & TV graduate with hands-on experience across multiple departments in the industry including mainly Locations, Props and Camera. Trained in both practical and academic aspects of production, with a strong foundation developed through a Bachelor of Arts in Film & Television Studies at Aberystwyth University. I have wide-ranging experience and involvement with university-led productions, and have worked as Director, Producer, Set etiquette and mainly Director of Photography. Known for adaptability on set, great teamwork and a solid understanding of on-set protocols. Very passionate to work myself up in the industry with a keen eye for detail and drive to contribute at every stage of the production process.
MY BASIC AND GENERAL SKILLS
HANDLING PRESSURE
COMMUNICATION
TEAMWORKING
TIME MANAGEMENT
RISK ASSESSMENT
MICROSOFT OFFICE PACKAGE
PROBLEM SOLVING
PLANNING
STRONG SKILLS FOR PRODUCTION
AVID MEDIA COMPOSER
ADOBE PREMIER PRO PACKAGE
PRE- AND POST- PRODUCTION
EDUCATION
2021 - 2024
BA - Film & TV Studies
Aberystwyth University
FILM AND TELEVISION STUDIES
I have developed a wide variety of skills and experiences by doing several roles in university, including directing, production management, cinematography, sound directing, light technician, and editing.
DEGREE
BA - Bachelor of Arts (2:1)​
My University Projects/Films:
One Last Lash in Hell (Short) Cinematographer Genre: Horror/Comedy
Celtic Rainforests of Wales (Short) Editor/ Sound Director Genre: Expository Doc
The Shed (Trailer) Editor/ Cinematographer Genre: Horror /Thriller
Heart shaped Grave (Short) Editor/ Producer /Actor Genre: Noir/ Thriller
The Cave (Short) Director/Editor Genre: Thriller
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Heartshaped Grave won best drama
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One Last Lash in Hell won best produced
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One Last Lash in Hell has entered multiple film festivals
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Worked alongside The Woodland Trust to produce The Celtic Rainforests of Wales
2014 - 2021
Secondary School
Ysgol Dyffryn Nantlle
HEAD BOY
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Leading and hosting events, helping younger children.
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Gained a lot of experience and skills such as communicating with others, problem-solving and handling pressure.
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Being able to manage conflicting deadlines
A-LEVELS / BTEC
Photography A*
Public Services DIS*
Information Technology B
GCSE'S
Welsh, English, Mathematics (B – D)
WORK EXPERIENCE
SEP 2025 -
SEP 2025
LOCATION MARSHALL - 'MECHANICAL S4'
Apple TV + & AMC Studios
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Highly assisted with locking off areas during take
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Acted as a point of contact for public and resident
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Helped maintain safety and security on set by communicating and acting effectivel
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Was trained to set up equipment and carried out multiple ‘ housekeeping ’ tasks
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Assisted with locking off areas during take
JULY 2025 - JULY 2025
CAMERA TRAINEE
Rondo Media & Sgil Cymru - Aria Studios, North Wales
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Fully rigging and setting up professional cinema cameras, Sony FX 9 and Arri Alexa 35 from base to shoot ready
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Operating the camera on the set of Rownd a Rownd , by also using a D olly track , and through Jib operating
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Hands on training on focus pulling using Titla Nucleus M control system with dynamic camera movement
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Proper training on set etiquette and professional slating procedures on multi camera setups
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Set up and managed video village for the director by also working closely to accommodate their needs
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Excellent housekeeping ’ on set, including cable management, maintaining clear walkways & keeping gear organised
JUNE 2025 - JULY 2025
LOCATION MARSHALL - 'HUCKLEBERRY'
Warner Bros. Discovery, Crew HQ, HBO
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Excellent teamwork between departments with good organisation skills
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Acted as a point of contact for public and resident
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Helped maintain safety and security on set by communicating and acting effectivel
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Was trained to set up equipment and carried out multiple ‘ housekeeping ’ tasks
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Assisted with locking off areas during take
JUNE 2025 - JUNE 2025
PROPS DEPARTMENT - 'HUCKLEBERRY'
Warner Bros. Discovery, Crew HQ, HBO
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Excellent teamwork between co workers and working closely with the Art Director
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Very creative and applied strong understanding of on set etiquette by being imaginative
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Trained to work safely with relevant equipment and ensured all props were handled safely and respectfully
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Assisted on maintaining and covering props throughout the preparation process
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Helped carry, load and position heavy set pieces , ensuring safe manual handling practices
CERTIFICATIONS & ACHIEVEMENTS
JULY 2025
CAMERA TRAINING COURSE
APRIL 2025
MANUAL HANDLING TRAINING
APRIL 2025
THE MARK MILESOME FOUNDATION - FILM & TV ONLINE SAFETY
JUNE 2024
CAA Drone Operator & Flyer ID License
JUNE 2023
Full UK Driving License
MAY 2022
Food Safety - Level 2
MAY 2021
Scholarship Award - Unconditional offer to Aberystwyth University
OCT 2020
Head Boy - Several responsibilities