About Melville Simon

Credits

TESS

( July 2025 - July 2025 )

Demian Pictures

Producer

The Great Pacific

( May 2025 - May 2025 )

London Film School

Assistant Director (1st)

Off-License

( Mar 2025 - Mar 2025 )

London Film School

Producer

Printed in Gray

( Feb 2025 - Feb 2025 )

London Film School

Assistant Director (2nd)

Integration

( Feb 2025 - Feb 2025 )

London Film School

1st Assistant Camera

Penicillin

( Aug 2024 - Aug 2024 )

N/A

Assistant Director (2nd)

Equipment

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Specialisms

Employment History

Demian Pictures Ltd, London, UK, Co-founder, Producer June 2024 - Current
- Co-founded Demian Pictures Ltd. A production company committed to championing emerging talent in British independent film industry.
- Served as Producer and Co-Producer for multiple short films, managing all phases of production from concept development to final delivery,
enhancing leadership and project management expertise.
- Expanded professional networks

Demian Pictures Ltd, London, UK, Co-founder, Producer June 2024 - Current
- Co-founded Demian Pictures Ltd. A production company committed to championing emerging talent in British independent film industry.
- Served as Producer and Co-Producer for multiple short films, managing all phases of production from concept development to final delivery,
enhancing leadership and project management expertise.
- Expanded professional networks within the British independent film community, advocating for the next generation of filmmakers.
- Designed and implemented strategic festival campaigns, gaining valuable experience in film marketing and distribution.
- Spearheaded intricate fundraising initiatives, raising £20k in funding
Selected Projects: Dance Battle (Short, Digital, Budget < £1k), Entrée, Plat, Dessert (Short, 35mm, budget: < £15k), Shoplifting (Short, In production, budget: <
£15k), Tess (Short, Postproduction, budget: < £10K), Ships in the Night (Feature, in development), Serena Brown (short, in production, budget: < £15k).


StarWolf Media Ltd, London, UK, Assistant Producer (Part-Time) January 2024 - January 2025
- Contributed to the development of TV and Feature Film projects by assisting in script development and in the preparation of company materials
including pitch decks and other documents.
- Built and maintained relationships with department heads, casting agents, and other industry professionals, strengthening networking and
communication skills.
- Developed a comprehensive understanding of the British independent film funding system, improving analytical thinking and strategic planning.
- Partner closely with Team members and Executives, refining problem-solving, coordination and project management skills.
- Managing company scheduling system to help Team members navigate rapidly through Day-to-Day Workflow, meetings and deadlines.


Consolidated Media Holdings / Tomorrow Film Group, London, FR, Assistant to Producer (Full time and then Part-time) December 2023 - July 2024
- Provided executive support, managing schedules in a fast-paced production environment.
- Assisted sales agents during major film markets, providing rigorous assessment of film for international distribution.
- Drafted detailed script coverage and assessment during major film markets.
- Helped to conduct market and audience analyses to inform financing and development strategies.
- Maintained communication with industry professionals and creatives domestically and internationally, building strong relationships while coordinating
under tight deadlines.


WALLWORKS Production, Paris, FR, Assistant Line Producer (full time) August 2023 - September 2023
- Assisted in the production of the Viu Original TV Series Bad Boys Vs Crazy Girl Season 2, contributing to the smooth execution of an international shoot
in Paris.
- Coordinated logistics for cast and crew, enhancing organizational and time-management skills in a high-pressure production environment. -
Strengthened problem-solving and adaptability by addressing on-set challenges during an international shoot.
- Gained hands-on experience in production planning, budget management, and cross-cultural collaboration, building a comprehensive understanding
of the production process.

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