It's been a couple of months since I last had chance to put fingers to keyboard and update my blog in which time I have been very busy with a variety of projects. All of which I aim to share with you very shortly, so look out for some further updates very soon! First of all though, I felt it fitting to share the recent launch of my first commercial with you. This all started back in June when I was aproached and auditioned for a role in the new Billy Boy UK viral. Upon brief I spent the weekend learning a german accent that I was told my character may need. This was a challenge I willingly undertook and I'm pleased to say mastered with fairly satisfying results. I attended the audition where I was briefed further on what was required of me... There were to be 3 possible endings, 2 of which I performed for the casting Director before leaving. One of which was the surreal moment of singing of 'Nelly The Elephant' in a German accent (Well I had practiced my tongue! LOL) half naked! I left the audition feeling a little uncertain of just how (well/bad) that had actually gone. As usual, friends and family called to ask me how I did and I answered honestly. "I don't have a clue!" - LOL. I felt the team clearly had an eye for what they were after and in my eyes dependant on the look they required any one of the candidates were suitable in their own unique way, but felt assured I had given my best regardless.
About a week later I was on holiday when I received the news I had got the part and was overjoyed despite wondering just what had clinched it for me. Was my singing really that good?! LOL.? Cut to July and the filming of the commercial at a secret location in London. I turned up bright and early and met a wonderful team of cast and crew including actor Rory Nolan of Sky 1's 'Trollied' and legendary music video director Dan Sully. We started with the filming of the exterior shots which included my main scene (which I'm thankful to say didn't end up being a 'Nelly The Elephan't moment - Sorry Peeps!) and worked our way through a series of set ups throughout the day capturing every angle and manner required to achieve the final advert you will see. I thoroughly enjoyed being on set as both an actor and creative as it allowed me to part of the complete process with a supremely talented team of artists. Special Thanks to Dan Sully for fully encouraging input from everyone to create the overall vision and approaches used.
I could not wish to of worked with a nicer set of people or had a better experience on the day. I walked away proud and fulfilled that I had played my role as required, learnt a wealth of valuable information and made some wonderful new friends in the process. Thank you to everyone on the production for making this possible and please enjoy the fruits of our labour via the link below...
