Paul Cope_CV 2015

Paul Cope Writer / Producer / Editor / Animator

52a The Broadway, N8 9TP Telephone: +447834 735 537

E-mail: [email protected]

Key Skills

- Writing – sketches, long and short form narratives, links, V/O. - Editing – Extensive experience with Final Cut Pro and Avid Media Composer. - Animating – Extensive experience with Adobe After Effects for both animation and visual effects purposes. - Producing – Highly organized self-starting producer. Ability to manage relationships with likeminded creative talent and

executive stakeholders to achieve high-quality results on time and budget. - Directing – Keen eye for originality and creativity, striving for excellence in all genres. - Genres – Comedy, Entertainment, Internet / Viral Content. - Original Comedy Creation – Internet filmmaker covering all aspects of production to produce original comedy content for

online and broadcast distribution. - Broadcast Credits – programming for Channel 4 / E4 / BBC 2 / ITV / Sky - Online Credits – original comedy content created for BBC Comedy / Hat Trick Productions / Channel Flip / YouTube / Lush

Cosmetics / Kenco / Microsoft / Glenfiddich / Orange

Selected Credits OFFLINE EDITOR – Planet’s Got Talent (2015) – Thames / ITV Warwick Davis presents a selection of the most outrageous acts from the worldwide versions of Britain’s most popular talent show. PRODUCER – Craic Addicts (2014/2015) – Channel 4 / 4OD 15 part series. Comedy show reviewing the messed up web and popular culture trends that are set to dominate your life, with Chris Greene and Peter Ganley. Commissioner: Jody Smith. http://www.channel4.com/programmes/craic-addicts/4od ANIMATOR – Rude(ish) Tube (2014) – E4 Contributed numerous link animations to the popular daytime version of hit show ‘Rude Tube’ for E4. OFFLINE EDITOR – Let Me Entertain You (2014) – STV / ITV 3 x 22’ minute episodes of the prime time entertainment show. http://www.itv.com/letmeentertainyou WRITER / DIRECTOR / PRODUCER / OFFLINE EDITOR – 2013:MASHED – The Connected Set / Channel 4 After editing the pilot episode of #Mashed in 2012, Paul was asked to come on board as writer, producer (and editor) for the follow up in 2013. Paul also directed all of the Rich Fulcher studio links and organised a rebrand to incorporate a completely redesigned and original format for the show. Also contributed an original ‘CopeandDalton’ sketch that was made outside of regular business hours (listed below under ‘Comedy’). Senior Producer: Mert Rich Exec. Producer: Jason Mitchell. http://www.channel4.com/programmes/mashed/4od OFFLINE EDITOR - Rude Tube (2012/2013) – October Films / E4 6 x 47 minute episodes of Rude Tube for E4 (“Animal Anarchy” / “Complete Prankers” / "Web Stars" / "Dumb & Dangerous" / “Kick Ass Animals” and “Mashed Up”) As well as editing, Paul also wrote many of the links for the shows. Series Producer: Daniel Riley, Exec. Producer: Adam Bullmore. http://www.channel4.com/programmes/rude-tube/episode-guide OFFLINE EDITOR - 2012: Mashed – The Connected Set / Channel 4 Comedian Rich Fulcher hosts a twisted take on the big stories of 2012, showcasing original media mash-ups by the web's most infamous creators. In addition to editing, the show also features “Most Repellent Best Picture”, a commissioned animated sketch by CopeandDalton covering the 2012 Oscars. (listed below under ‘Comedy’) http://www.channel4.com/programmes/2012-mashed DIRECTOR / EDITOR - Some Girls DVD Extras (2012) – Hat Trick Productions Created all DVD extras content for BBC3 comedy series 'Some Girls'. Included blooper reel and 15 minute Making Of documentary. http://www.hattrick.co.uk/our-shows/

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PRODUCER / DIRECTOR / EDITOR - The Royal Bodyguard DVD Extras (2011) – Hat Trick Productions 20 minute ‘Making Of’ documentary for BBC1 sitcom starring Sir David Jason. Consisting of B-Roll I shot on location, interviews with cast and crew including David Jason and David Walliams and writer / directors Mark Bussell and Justin Sbresni. http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b018txx9

OFFLINE EDITOR - James May’s Man Lab (2011) – Plum Pictures / BBC 2 James May helps modern man relearn some vital skills that are in danger of being lost. Edited episode four and the Christmas Special of the BBC2 series. http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0105ysm OFFLINE EDITOR - Britain At War : The Road to Dunkirk (2010) – Simply Media / Sky Military History 45 minute documentary featuring veterans of World War Two recollecting their time in combat for perhaps the final time. http://programme-sales.simplymedia.tv/#/search/britain EDITOR / ANIMATOR - Ultimate Wildlife – Simply.tv (DVD release) 25 x 30 minute editions of Ultimate Wildlife, a series of nature documentaries utilising footage from the BBC Motion Gallery. Also, broadcast TV ad to promote the series. WRITER / DIRECTOR / PRODUCER - TidyTV @ Tidy Weekender 15 – Tidy Trax Three day rolling live broadcast channel for hard house festival Tidy Weekender 15 in North Wales including comedy sketches, DJ interviews, original music videos and content collected and edited on site by a presenter and crew, that I managed throughout the weekend. Post-event the films were used as part of a Tidy Trax viral campaign and also repackaged and released on DVD.

Comedy Credits

WRITER – Al Pacino As Han Solo (What Almost Was) / ‘Mashed’ (C4’s YouTube channel) Series which imagines how iconic films would be if another actor who was once considered for the role had actually got the part. The first episode looks at Al Pacino as Han Solo. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K1fSMm2v2ik WRITER – How 2 Mak Xmas Pizza! (with Pusheen) / ‘Mashed’ (C4’s YouTube channel) Pusheen (the cuddly cat emoticon from Facebook) teaches you how to create the perfect Christmas pizza using her signature ‘red sauce’ recipe comprised of mostly human flesh. Bless! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L47L9zIt0JI WRITER / DIRECTOR / ANIMATOR - FUTURE DUCK! – YouTube / Channel Flip / Huha 8 x 6 minute original animated series centered around a duck sent from a distant war-torn future that’s like The Terminator, but with ducks. He now lives in a house with a T-Rex, a Whale and a sentient English Muffin. Co-created the series featuring voice talent including Chris ‘Crabstickz’ Kendall and standup comedian Terry Alderton. http://www.futureduck.net Voted ‘Most Decorated Online Show in the UK’ by The British Web Series Guide with 32 award wins at 22 international festivals. WRITER / PRODUCER / VOICEOVER ARTIST – You Don’t Know How To Kill Things, Stupid! / ‘Mashed’ (C4’s YouTube channel) Worked with animator HBrunaTV on this 2 minute sketch about mobile phone gaming. As well as writing the sketch I also provided the voiceover of the narrator and the secondary characters. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yke828y9lgU WRITER / DIRECTOR / ANIMATOR - Difficult Second Job – YouTube / Channel Flip / Huha 10 x 1 minute animated series that explores the idea of what happened to some our most beloved TV and movie characters of the 80’s and 90’s after their 15 minutes in the spotlight. Including the shark from Jaws, Robocop, The Cat In The Hat and Voldemort : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmC8JOfALI8 WRITER / DIRECTOR / ANIMATOR – Star Wars VII Spy Footage / 2013 : Mashed As mentioned above, this tongue in cheek look at the much anticipated Star Wars sequels was featured in 2013: Mashed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zH4ZQy2g770 WRITER / DIRECTOR / EDITOR - Leaked White House Tape – YouTube / Hat Trick Productions / Bad Teeth Topical sketch to coincide with the 2012 Presidential election featuring fake home movie footage shot by Barack Obama. Made in conjunction with Hat Trick Productions. Exec: Jon Davenport. Producer: Mark Talbot. http://youtu.be/r34OEGLAUvM ANIMATOR - Schizo Samurai Shitzu – BBC Comedy Extra Sketch series about a crime fighting dog. Featuring Blake Harrison and Greg Davies. From “Look Around You” Director Tim Kirkby. WRITER / DIRECTOR / ANMATOR - Rise of the Milibands – BBC Comedy Extra Satirical sketch covering the Labour leader candidacy, focusing on David and Ed Miliband. Written on spec. Contains adult humour. http://www.bbc.co.uk/comedy/clips/p00b7fg6/randoms_rise_of_the_milibands/

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WRITER / DIRECTOR / ANIMATOR - University Kombat : Paxman VS Guttenplan – BBC Comedy Parody of University Challenge using influences of classic beat-em-up game Mortal Kombat, focusing on the final of the 2010 series featuring Alexander Guttenplan. http://www.bbc.co.uk/comedy/clips/p007bbsg/randoms_university_kombat_-_paxman_vs_guttenplan/ WRITER / DIRECTOR / ANIMATOR - Should You Watch The Oscars? – BBC Comedy Extra Parody of the 2010 Academy Awards Ceremony. Written on spec. Contains adult humour. http://www.bbc.co.uk/comedy/clips/p006s0w6/randoms_should_you_watch_the_oscars/ WRITER / DIRECTOR / EDITOR / ANIMATOR - Various – Videojug.com During my time at Videojug.com I made over 200 films, specializing in comedy writing and directing. I also wrote and directed original ideas to be used as viral videos to strengthen the Videojug brand, including What Is Emo? - A mockumentary investigating the phenomenon of “emo” rock music and the effect it has on teenagers. Currently has over five million hits on YouTube alone. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6Dmg_4ZA2Y

Selected Non-broadcast Credits ANIMATOR - The Tales of Donkey Oaty – Lush Cosmetics Short animation promoting the Easter 2011 range of products from Lush. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Da1MLtwiqH8 DIRECTOR / ANIMATOR - Lush, Animal Testing and REACH: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly – Lush Cosmetics 6min animation outlining the REACH animal testing policy (http://www.hse.gov.uk/reach/whatisreach.htm) and the reaction from Lush Cosmetics, who oppose the bill and guarantee to only ever use ethical materials and production techniques. ANIMATOR - Our Green Policy – Lush Cosmetics Animation to demonstrate certain aspects of Lush Cosmetics’ environmental policy. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aHKpTnVQDe8

Education 02 - 05 Bournemouth University - BA (Hons) Interactive Media Production Regular contributor to University TV station – Winner: National Student Television Award for Best Student Channel.

Winner 2003 NASTA Highly Commended Award for The Bournemouth Pub and Club Guide.

References Jason Mitchell, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER (Craic Addicts) – Telephone : +447747035149 Email : [email protected] Martin Rich, CO-PRODUCER (Rude Tube / 2012 / 2013: Mashed) – Telephone : +447792069512 Email : [email protected]