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Hannah Wilson
Production Manager
“Sam has worked on a number of productions for me and has always been a delightful and valuable member of the team. He is hardworking and conscientious. The shoots he joined me on involved a small team and tight schedules, they required an efficient and organised assistant.
He is a great support, not only for the camera team but also for production. He uses his initiative to go above and beyond what is asked of him and make things run smoothly and without unnecessary stress. He is clear in his communication and follows instructions well.
On shoots where time and kit management were essential, Sam was a brilliant asset to the crew. I wouldn’t hesitate to book him in the future.”
Shane MacLennan
Series Field Producer
“Having worked with Sam from the beginning of his on location career, it has been inspiring to see his growth over the different roles which he has undertaken. Sam has a keen eye and takes pride in his camera work.
He works quickly and without fuss in high pressure situations, getting good shots with minimal direction. Sam is a young and enthusiastic member of the crew, who not only works hard on location but also gets along with the crew and brings positivity to any scenario.
I would be happy to work with Sam again in the future.”
Gary W. Hayes
Series Field Producer
“Even prior to Sam’s arrival on our team, my Gold Rush colleagues informed me that Sam was exceptional at his job and is a pleasure to work with. Over the course of five weeks, I observed Sam’s technical abilities, emotional intelligence, eye for story, and his team spirit.
Sam’s efficient communication and personable nature allow him to easily develop relationships with contributors and crew. In Gold Rush, things happen fast and can become tense quickly; Sam uses emotional intelligence when approaching contributors and crew to navigate complex situations while ensuring he has the coverage he needs.
Sam is a listener who observes what’s happening around him. Not only does he develop a plan before he’s asked to, but he listens for key story points to share with the crew.
Lastly, Sam is thoughtful and encourages team morale. For example, he organised a camp Olympics for the entire camp to partake in hosting and MCing the event giving away medals to the winners of each competition. For crew who are away from family and friends for months, this event brought joy and a sense of comradery
In closing, Sam is enthusiastic, eager to continue developing his skills, and is a fantastic addition to any field crew. He demonstrates his technical knowledge, manages his relationships with contributors well, and is supportive of his colleagues.”
Jack Thomas-O’Brien
Producer
"I’m happy to give a reference for Sam Piper in respect of the work he did on a film project I produced here at Sixteen Films, Ken Loach’s production company. Sam was diligent and hard working, and showed excellent leadership skills over the four days of production. He essentially coordinated a production team across a difficult shoot, in difficult conditions, and I would be very happy to hire him again if the right project arose.
Sam joined the project before the shoot after being mentioned to us through his film school, and he quickly became key to communication across the AD and production teams running smoothly. I felt able to hand him some important responsibilities by the end of day one. He also showed a high level of commitment in the wrap up of the project, helping us pack down days after we had left the site.”
Amy Jenkins
Series Field Producer
“I was frequently impressed by Sam and his enthusiasm for the role, so felt compelled to send some feedback. Gold Rush can be a difficult job, physically and mentally, but Sam maintained an ideal level of professionalism throughout.
He consistently took great pride in his work and put maximum effort into every challenge that came his way. He did a brilliant job at ensuring the mini-cams coverage of each scene was creative, dynamic and - most importantly - very thorough. He listens to instructions well, is brimming with ideas, delivers great results, and communicates clearly when he has questions or contributions to make. He is a great team player who would never hesitate to lend a hand to his team members, happily going beyond the parameters of his job description - a quality that is key on a show like Gold Rush.”
James Bailey
Manager at Mad Dogs Television
“I just wanted to express my personal thanks for all your hard work and dedication over the past 3 years with Mad Dogs. From our initial meeting, mini wrangle on mindworks right up to present day, your attitude and work ethic have been without a doubt the best I have ever encountered. Your ability to read a room and know when to act and more importantly when not too is fantastic ... I have no doubt at all that you have what it takes to go far in this industry and I hope you’ll remember your humble origins from and old barn in the new forest. ”