About Jacob
Hi, I’m Jacob Williams – I’m 23, a filmmaking graduate from Manchester Met, and someone who’s always tried to have my foot in the creative world.
I actually started out in photography, which gave me a real love for storytelling through visuals. That naturally led me into filmmaking, where I felt like I’d found my thing. Coming from North Wales, where the creative scene can feel pretty limited, I was eager to be in a place buzzing with ideas and opportunities – so I made my way to Manchester and never looked back.
I’ve never been the most academic person, but I’ve always found my strength in working with others. Being part of a team, bouncing ideas around, problem-solving on the fly – that’s where I come alive. I love getting stuck in, whether it’s building lighting setups, shaping a story, or figuring out how to bring a project to life from start to finish.
What keeps me excited is the variety – different people, different stories, different challenges. I’m always up for learning something new, and I try to bring good energy, a creative mindset, and a collaborative spirit to whatever I’m working on. What I enjoy most is being part of a team where everyone brings something different to the table — learning from each other and pushing the project forward together.
Locations I would like to work
Liverpool
London
Manchester
Production areas I would like to work in
Producer's Assistant, Lighting Trainee / Assistant, Director's Assistant
Non-Production areas I would like to work in
Lighting/Electrical, Script Reader, Scriptwriter
The collaborations roles I am interested in
Cinematographer/DOP, Director, Gaffer
Skills & Experience
Driving license
Full UK
General Experience
Has a valid UK drivers licence.
Yes
Software Experience
Production Experience
Gaffer.
Student Production
Aloof
Independant
Best Boy.
Student Production
The Shanks
Manchester Metropolitan University
Camera Assistant/Trainee.
Student Production
She's Out There, Waiting For You
Manchester Metropolitan University
Sound Designer.
Student Production
The Cinema Experience
Manchester Metropolitan University
Director of Photography (DOP).
Feature Documentary
A Proper Good Documentary
Independant
Best Boy.
Short Film
Offload
Independant
Best Boy.
TV Documentary
Success of Moss Side
SNE Studios
Best Boy.
Student Production
Dating Diaries
Independant
Gaffer.
Music Video
Divinitas (Death Directs The Bullet)
Independant
Director.
Student Production
Termination Date
Independant
Gaffer.
Short Film
Costume
Independant
Gaffer.
Student Production
I Looked Into My Eyes
Manchester Metropolitan University
Best Boy.
Student Production
Crucible
Manchester Metropolitan University
Gaffer.
Student Production
Downpour
Independant
Director of Photography (DOP).
Student Production
Liar
Manchester Metropolitan University
Gaffer.
Music Video
Divinitas (Lucid)
Independent
Education
2025.
The Manchester Metropolitan University
Filmmaking