Taking My Shot
Taking My Shot is a film about Stan, a 15 year old snooker player from Halifax on track to become a snooker champion and turn professional.
The film is part of the long running documentary series ‘My Life’ on CBBC following the highs and lows of children across the world, each with a unique story to tell. Originally broadcast on the BBC, 30th March 2023 and is now available to watch on iPlayer.
Having previously specialised in short form content as an editor, it was a real opportunity to work on a 30min episode alongside director Benjamin Field, for the Format Factory.
PRODUCTION COMPANY: The Format Factory
WRITTEN, DIRECTED, PRODUCED: Benjamin Field
DOP: Ash Connaughton
EDIT: Sam Hatton-Brown
EXEC PRODUCER: Barry Ryan
COMMISSIONING EDITOR, CBBC: Kez Margrie
“Sam is a wonder, dedicated and professional. She is quick to pick up narrative threads and has a very strong sense of building key beats along the way. Sam is also very enjoyable to work with, has a great sense of humour and a never ending supply of coffee - what more could anyone want!”