Biography
Born in the historic city of Aberdeen, I grew up exploring Scotland's diverse landscapes, with childhood chapters in Edinburgh and Stirling. In 1982, at the age of 12, life took an adventurous turn with a family move to Hong Kong, where I spent my formative years immersed in the vibrant culture of the still amazing British colony at the time, until 1989.
Returning to the UK, I pursued a BA in Architecture in London from 1989 to 1993, where my passion for design and creativity flourished. With a love for nurturing growth and learning, I continued my education with a BEd teaching degree, completing it in 1998. Afterward, the wanderlust kicked in, and a year-long adventure across Australia and Thailand followed, enriching my worldview hugely
In 2000, I settled in Henley-on-Thames, with my now wife, who I met on my world travels. We soon after moved to Glasgow in 2005, purchasing a guesthouse that became a labour of love. Over the next 20 years, using our experience in Design and the organisational and management skills, we transformed the property into the number one top-rated 4-star accommodation that remains a Glasgow gem, celebrated on TripAdvisor for its warmth, hospitality, and impeccable standards.
In October 2023, after two decades of dedication, we sold the guesthouse to focus on spending quality time with our rapidly growing teenage boys. Looking back on a life filled with creative ventures, travel, and meaningful relationships, I remain grounded in family, gratitude, and the promise of new adventures yet to come.
Skills
General Skills
Punctuality: Arriving on time for call times and shoots.
Professionalism: Conducting oneself appropriately on set.
Reliability: Being dependable and consistent in fulfilling commitments.
Flexibility: Adapting to changes in schedules, roles, or environments.
Stamina: Ability to work long hours, often in varying weather conditions.
Attention to Detail: Following instructions precisely.
On-Set Behavior
Taking Direction: Responding quickly and accurately to instructions from the director or assistant director.
Teamwork: Working collaboratively with other cast members and crew.
Awareness: Understanding set etiquette and knowing where to position oneself without disrupting the scene.
Discretion: Respecting confidentiality about the production.
Safety Awareness: Understanding and adhering to safety protocols on set.
Performance Skills
Natural Acting Ability: Conveying emotions or actions subtly when required.
Physical Expressiveness: Using body language effectively to enhance scenes.
Facial Expressions: Providing appropriate reactions without overacting.
Continuity Awareness: Repeating actions consistently for multiple takes.
Physical Skills
General Fitness: Maintaining physical health to perform required movements or actions.
Walking/Standing for Long Periods: Being comfortable with prolonged periods of inactivity or repetitive motions.
Body Coordination: Moving gracefully in crowd scenes or specific setups.
Dancing Ability: Basic to advanced skills for scenes requiring dancing.
Sports Skills: Competence in sports like running, Rugby, Football, Tennis, Badminton, Athletics, Gymnastics, Windsurfing, Waterskiing, Wakeboarding
Basic Juggling, Horse riding, Dancing, Martial arts, Painting, Design, cycling, etc.
Combat Training: Basic stage fighting or combat skills for action scenes.
Driving Skills: Ability to operate various vehicles safely.
Swimming: Confidence in water scenes or underwater shoots.
Specialty Movement: Skills like mime, stunts, or choreography.
Appearance and Wardrobe Skills
Versatility in Appearance: Willingness to adapt hairstyles, makeup, or clothing as required.
Costume Handling: Properly wearing, maintaining, and respecting costumes provided.
Period Look Adaptability: Ability to convincingly portray different historical or cultural eras.
Cultural and Linguistic Skills
Accents and Dialects: Mimicking accents authentically for specific roles.
Foreign Languages: Speaking other languages fluently for culturally specific roles.
Cultural Authenticity: Understanding and portraying cultural norms and behaviors.
Specialist Skills
Musical Talent: Cam mime playing any sort of instrumnet
Modeling Experience: Comfort with posing or being photographed.
Animal Handling: Working with animals safely and confidently.
Medical/First Aid Training: Playing roles involving medical expertise or emergencies.
Firearms/Weapons Training: Safe handling of props or real equipment.
Technical Understanding
Camera Awareness: Knowing how to position oneself relative to cameras and lighting.
Green Screen/CGI Acting: Performing in scenes involving digital effects.
Continuity Awareness: Recreating actions precisely between takes.
Soft Skills
Patience: Waiting calmly during downtime or between takes.
Adaptability: Adjusting to unexpected changes or last-minute instructions.
Confidence: Projecting self-assurance without being overbearing.
Communication: Interacting clearly and effectively with cast and crew.
Other Desirable Attributes
Unique Features: Distinctive looks or characteristics for specific casting needs.
Memorization: Remembering basic blocking or movements for continuity.
Improvisation: Adjusting naturally to spontaneous instructions.
Commitment: Willingness to dedicate time and effort to a project.