Chris Cox
07368 639666 | chrisecox@protonmail.com
Linked in profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-cox-821858235/
Personal Profile
Skilled videographer with a strong background in automotive content creation, from concept development to final production. Experienced in capturing dynamic footage that showcases the power and design of vehicles, using advanced filming and editing techniques to highlight every detail. Proficient in high-end cameras, car mounts, and editing software like DaVinci Resolve, I bring technical proficiency and creativity to each project. Known for my ability to craft visually compelling narratives, I thrive in fast-paced environments and deliver work that resonates with automotive audiences. Passionate about automotive storytelling, I’m eager to bring my expertise to new and innovative projects in the industry.
Work Experience
Eunos, Short Film - Director & Editor
Developed and executed my vision for Eunos, handling all aspects of cinematography, editing, and sound design to bring the project to life. Leveraged my skills in sound design to enhance the film’s atmosphere and narrative depth. The film was recognized with a nomination at the 2024 International Motor Film Awards, showcasing its creative and technical strengths.
The Menagerie, Short Film - Cinematography
Collaborated with the director and producer to design a cohesive visual narrative for this one-shot film, requiring detailed pre-production planning. Led cinematography during production and completed colour grading in DaVinci Resolve to achieve the film’s desired tone. The Menagerie became a 2024 Boden Film Festival semi-finalist, highlighting its strong visual impact.
TV2 Live Sports, Volda Norway - Camera Operator
Operated professional camera equipment to capture high-quality, dynamic footage of a nationally broadcast handball game, anticipating key moments to ensure seamless coverage. Delivered engaging footage that enhanced the live viewing experience and strengthened my skills in sports videography.
Psientifica Youth Centre, Águeda, Portugal - Content Creator and Youth Worker
Developed social media content, including music videos and volunteer introductions, to engage local youth and enhance the centre's community presence. Successfully promoted centre events and increased community engagement, honing my skills in social-focused content creation.
The Siren, Short film for ARRI - Runner
Supported production by managing logistics and assisting with setup, organising equipment to keep operations running smoothly on set. Contributed to a highly efficient production environment, receiving positive feedback for reliability and teamwork.
Jaguar I-Pace Promotional Photoshoot, FoxtrotPapa - Runner
Pistol, Danny Boyle - Location Marshal
Back to Life Season 2, BBC - Location Marshal
Skills
Video Editing & Design Software: Proficient in DaVinci Resolve and Adobe Suite (Premiere, Photoshop, InDesign), using advanced techniques to create compelling visual content that consistently meets client expectations.
Colour Grading: Skilled in colour grading with DaVinci Resolve, enhancing narrative impact, as seen in The Menagerie, which became a semi-finalist at the 2024 Boden Film Festival.
Inventory management experience. I managed the inventory of props and equipment for my graduate film, ensuring all items were accurately tracked, organised, and available when needed.
Communication & Narrative Crafting: Strong communication skills, demonstrated in a crowdfunding campaign that raised £6000 by delivering clear, compelling messages for our graduate film.
Education
September 2021 - July 2024
University for the Creative Arts, Farnham
BA (Hons) Film Production - 2nd Class Upper Division
Interests and Awards:
2024 International Motor Film Awards Nominee for “best student film” - Eunos
Finalist at Boden Film Festival 2024 - The Menagerie
Esports Team Manager 2023/2024 managed the Overwatch 2 University teams for the National Student Esports competition - we placed 53/170 teams.
BFI Film Academy 2020
Wellcome Collection Young Filmmakers 2017