The first job I ever wanted to do was filmmaking. I had a passion for creativity from an early age, possibly because I struggled with academic work. When I was nine, I was shipped off to a large boarding school miles away, and in that environment, I had to put in double the amount of work compared with my classmates.
At 16, I went to a local college closer to home and studied combined arts. It was perfect for me – a small group of students learning about film, putting on plays and making art, taught by tutors who understood and inspired us. It showed me what you can achieve when you're doing something you love, with the right support around you.
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