Sam Metcalfe Email & Phone Number

Newbury, England, United Kingdom

Studio Manager for Corporate Amusement Services. They are the largest supplier of arcade machines rentals in Europe and provide arcades for a multitude of event types. They are a parent company of High Score Arcades, a chain of 5 free-play arcade machines across the south of the UK. I am responsible for all of the creative and print across both companies and am the key point of contact for customers when looking to brand arcade machines.- Led digital conception and physical production of bespoke artwork packages for arcade games to enhance clients' brand awareness and personalize bookings- Spearheaded the development of key branding packages contributing to 50% of annual sales and 40% increase in average order values- Built and maintained client relationships as the primary liaison between clients and internal teams to ensure successful project delivery and exceptional service- Created project-winning proposals using pitch decks, mood boards, and floor plans to secure major deals with Amazon, Nike, Jameson as well as other high-calibre private events- Supervised production, warehouse, and logistic teams to ensure event-ready products and stress-free onsite installation and delivery for clients- Coordinated with suppliers for in-house and 3rd party production needs to guarantee flawless delivery of clients' briefs- Managed monthly and annual studio budgets, achieving a 26% net profit margin across all studio services

Berkshire

Working as a support worker enabling adults to develop or regain key skills following an accident or illness. Working as part of a team to assist in the client development of fine motor skills, memory and inspire general interest in order to improve quality of life through the medium of photography, IT and art therapy. Responsible for creating new and engaging photography projects on a regular basis that offer an opportunity to boost clients’ self esteem and creativity while ensuring that the activities are fun, challenging and accessible to all. Other responsibilities include coaching IT literacy, speech therapy and overseeing educational discussions that focus on culture across the globe.Also key in the marketing and branding of the company. Responsible for all commercial photography used to represent the company as well as the design of all posters, signage and promotional content used throughout the centre and in both print and online advertising. Assisted with the company director at all marketing meetings to guide and advise on how to develop a website and literature that effectively follows the company vision.

London, United Kingdom

Worked as the studio’s in-house photographer, responsible for webstore photography and retouching across 5 brands: BOY London, BOY by BOY, Criminal Damage, Spliffy and Black Seven and worked closely alongside the webstore team. Worked as an assistant for multiple lifestyle shoots that were used for both social media and marketing campaigns. Personally in charge of BOY by BOY’s instagram account producing new content and posting regular updates. New content was created through a mixture of photography and graphic design and had a focus on enforcing the identity of the brand throughout.