Jithu Thomas
Jithu Thomas


Region: North West
County: Lancashire
Local Authority: Preston City Council
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Description

I am a qualified and aspiring filmmaker with a strong foundation in storytelling, visual communication, and practical production work. I hold an MA in Filmmaking from the UK, which I successfully completed after moving from India with a clear focus on developing my skills in screenwriting, directing, and short film production. My creative practice is rooted in narrative-driven cinema, character-focused storytelling, and socially grounded themes, supported by a solid understanding of film language, genre, structure, and industry-standard script development.

Alongside my academic training, I have hands-on experience working as a videographer and photographer at Twinklespace Studio, where I worked part-time on studio-based and location projects while also working as a school teacher. This role allowed me to gain real-world experience in camera operation, framing, composition, lighting basics, and delivering visual content to creative briefs in a professional environment. Balancing teaching with studio work strengthened my time management, communication, and leadership skills, all of which translate effectively to film sets and collaborative creative spaces.

I am now actively seeking opportunities within the UK film and media sector, particularly in film production, assistant directing, script development, and entry-level crew roles. With a multidisciplinary background that combines filmmaking education, studio-based visual work, journalism, teaching, and published writing, I bring both creative depth and practical reliability to projects. I am eager to contribute meaningfully to professional productions while continuing to grow as a filmmaker and storyteller.


Special Interests

I am deeply interested in stories that explore identity, human relationships, social realities, and emotional conflict. My creative interests are shaped by a curiosity about people, culture, and the quiet moments that define everyday life. I am particularly drawn to character-driven narratives that reflect lived experiences, marginalised voices, and themes of belonging, resilience, and personal transformation.

I have a strong interest in world cinema and regularly engage with films from different cultures and languages, using them as a way to understand diverse storytelling styles, visual approaches, and narrative rhythms. I enjoy analysing films for structure, performance, and visual language, and I often draw inspiration from realistic cinema, slow-burn dramas, and socially conscious filmmaking.

Beyond film, I am passionate about writing and storytelling in all forms. As a published author, I continue to explore ideas through creative writing, observation, and research. I also enjoy photography and visual exploration, often capturing everyday environments, people, and moments as a way of studying light, composition, and mood. These practices help inform my cinematic eye and narrative sensibility.

I am interested in collaborative creative spaces and value working with people from different backgrounds and disciplines. I enjoy learning from others, sharing ideas, and being part of teams that are committed to thoughtful, meaningful work. Overall, my personal interests are closely aligned with my creative practice, driven by a genuine love for cinema, storytelling, and continuous artistic growth.


Genre

Crime, Drama, Family, Reality, Romance, Short Film, Thriller


Language(s)

British English

Credits

  • DIRECTOR - 1st Assistant Director
  • 2025: Lacuna Short Film
  • EDITING - Assistant Script Editor
  • 2025: Lacuna Short Film
  • NEW ENTRANT - Script Supervisor
  • 2025: Facade Short Film
  • PRODUCTION - Producer
  • 2025: Lacuna Short Film
  • 2024: Reflection Short Film
  • PRODUCTION - Producer/ Director
  • 2025: Facade Short Film

Affiliations
  • Directors UK
  • WGGB - The Writer’s Guild of Great Britain
  • BFE - British Film Editors
  • Assistant Directors Guild UK