Career
Born in Bristol, Burman began his career with Colchester United after progressing through the club"s youth system. He made his debut in a 2–1 defeat to Crewe Alexandra at Gresty Road on 21 August 1993, coming on as a substitute for Simon Betts. He played three further league games for the U"s, his final appearance came as a substitute for Steve Brown in a 1–0 victory over Bury at Gigg Lane on 19 March 1994.
After leaving Colchester, Campbell went on to play for a number of Essex-based non-league teams including Chelmsford City, Harwich & Parkeston, Wivenhoe Town and Clacton Town.