Reuben Henderson
London
Summary
MA Film student at Birkbeck with a background in film studies and published short-form criticism. My work focuses on European art cinema, festival culture, and film historiography. I am particularly interested in editorial practice and contemporary film criticism.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Bookshop Assistant
National Trust
Wrexham, United Kingdom
01.2025 - Current
- Supported day-to-day operations in a heritage bookshop setting
- Contributed to the curation and display of literary and art publications
- Delivered attentive customer engagement in a cultural institution context
Picturehouse Fresh Takes Contributor
Picturehouse
, United Kingdom
11.2023 - 10.2024
- Commissioned to produce short-form film reviews under 48-hour deadlines
- Wrote critical responses in line with editorial guidelines and house style
- Engaged with contemporary cinema releases across genres and international markets
Education
Master of Arts - Film and Screen Media
Birkbeck College, University of London
London, United Kingdom 2025 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Film
University of Reading
Reading, United Kingdom 2017 - 2020
Skills
- Close textual analysis and film historiography
- Deadline-driven commissioned criticism
- Editorial precision and style conformity
- Knowledge of European cinema and festival frameworks
- Digital dissemination of criticism across online platforms
Languages
English
First Language
French
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Bookshop Assistant
National Trust
01.2025 - Current
Picturehouse Fresh Takes Contributor
Picturehouse
11.2023 - 10.2024
Master of Arts - Film and Screen Media
Birkbeck College, University of London
2025 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Film
University of Reading
2017 - 2020