“We’re taking the space within we work and the people with who we work as the basis of how the work evolves. So, there’s no style in the western concept. The style comes from the space, the process, the limitation we have, the people who whom we work. So, it’s not me imposing something on the film. It’s the film emerging from those characteristics, those conditions. The film is not a style, it’s a predicament”
Christopher Doyle | Cinematographer | Psycho (1998)
Olly Bailey
Owner of Media26
Director
Actor
Cinematographer
“As a professional actor, I’ve honed my craft on both stage and screen from a young age, delving into diverse roles in productions featured on ITV, BBC, Channel 4, and Netflix. Eager to expand my creative knowledge, I’ve transitioned into directing and cinematography, fueled by a passion for the art of film. Embracing a self-taught journey in editing, I’ve cultivated a understanding of the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, equipped with the expertise needed to craft compelling narratives. With hands-on experience in filmmaking and a robust understanding of production and the equipment used, I bring a multifaceted perspective to every project.”
2024
Northern Film School
MA Cinematography
(To be Confirmed)
2023
Media26
Film Production Company
2021
york st john university
BA (Honours) Acting
2021
Mune
Casting Agency
2019
york college
Performing & Production Arts (Acting) Extended Diploma Level 3
2014
Scala
Casting Agency
2013
goole academy
GCSE Drama
2011
Rebel School of Arts
Casting Agency
2008
ONWARDS
Goole Amateurs (GAODS)
NODA Affiliated Amateur Dramatic Society
PORTFOLIO
TO ALL THOSE WAITING FOR LIFE TO HAPPEN
This is an indie short film following the life of a young adult who is navigating the pressures of societal expectations. As the world whirls around him in the backdrop of autumn and winter, he grapples with the weight of being someone and understanding where he fits in the world at such a young age. The film captures his journey through immersive shots of his surroundings, seamlessly interwoven with a contemplative voiceover. Through introspective narration, he questions the norms imposed by society, prompting viewers to reflect on their own experiences and expectations. Through the changing of seasons, the film delicately portrays his quest for identity and belonging. As he moves through an urban time, from bustling city streets to serene natural landscapes, each scene reflects the emotional landscape of his journey. Ultimately, this is a heartfelt exploration of self-discovery, inviting audiences to embrace the uncertainties of life and find solace in the beauty of the changing seasons, symbolizing the evolving nature of personal growth and finding one’s path in the world.
JUNCTION OF HEARTS
Junction of Hearts is a short film that experiments with lighting to create different moods through the story of two teen boys who are struggling in their relationship and are put to the test when a unexpected 3rd person arrives in the mix.
FINAL GIRLS
Final Girls took place on Tuesday, 14th May 2024, at the York Theatre Royal as a part of Takeover Week. As a group, we directed, cast ourselves, wrote a script and performed a show. Specifically me and my group were inspired by cheesy classic horror movies like Friday the 13th and the more supernatural side of horror, such as Paranormal Activity and The Blair Witch Project, a lot of these movies contain the classic character stereotypes, such as the nerd, jock etc, we started with this and developed our show. Final Girls is a multimedia performance set in a forest and a lab where a group of unlikely students do their best to survive.
YORK THEATRE ROYAL TAKEOVER
I’ve been part of the York St John Production Management team , working with the York Theatre Royal to create the Takeover festival. Takeover is a student-run event where different teams, such as marketing, wraparound, production managers, etc. Professionally run everything at the theatre for a week, from what shows go on stage to the drinks on the menu. My role was to make sure everything runs smoothly from backstage. For this my role consisted of rigging lights for shows, flyering, being lead Lx and Duty Stage Manager.
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