G'day! I'm a Video Production specialist with decades of experience in bringing clients ideas into reality. Looking forward to partnering with you to do the same for you.

Benjamin Pride

G'day! I'm a Video Production specialist with decades of experience in bringing clients ideas into reality. Looking forward to partnering with you to do the same for you.

Next availability:
December 27, 2025

G’day!
I’m a Video Production specialist with decades of experience in bringing clients ideas into reality.
Looking forward to partnering with you to do the same for you.

Language

English
Fluent
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Global Head of Production & Professional Services at Shootsta
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024
Led a global production team of 70 creatives (editors, illustrators, animators) delivering around 900 pieces of content per month across APAC, UK, US and Asia. Built client relationships, partnered with vendors, redesigned the global organization to improve efficiency and accountability, and positioned ShootsTa as a thought leader in video production.
Elevate App Project Manager at Elevate
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Championed UX and user requirements for the Elevate app. Defined project scope, timelines, and budgets; facilitated stakeholder alignment across product, design, and engineering teams; led risk management and scope control; delivered UX-focused requirements for app features.
Editor Team Lead / Senior Producer at The Red Agency / HAVAS
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Led editing team operations, managed briefs, schedules and budgets; liaised with clients on project budgets; mentored editors; ensured timely delivery and high-quality edits.
Senior Video Producer / Editor / Director / Videographer / Motion Graphic Designer at The Red Agency / HAVAS
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Led end-to-end production for major campaigns; conceived concepts, directed shoots, edited footage and produced motion graphics; managed budgets, freelancers and post-production to deliver high-quality content.
Producer / Editor / Director / Videographer / Motion Graphic Designer at The Project Group / Toyota & Lexus Australia
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2017
Produced, edited and directed cross-media content for Toyota & Lexus Australia campaigns; coordinated production schedules, client approvals and on-time delivery; created motion graphics and visual effects.
News/Feature Editor at Network Ten / Sports Tonight
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005
News and feature editing for national broadcasts; managed newsroom workflow, edited stories, and supported junior editors and interns.
Head of Production at The Local Project
March 1, 2024 - April 1, 2025
Managing Director at Sonic Sight
July 1, 2025 - Present

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Media & Communication: Media Production at Charles Sturt University
February 1, 1999 - December 10, 2001
Higher School Certificate at SHORE (Sydney Church of England Grammar School)
February 1, 1993 - December 10, 1998
Bachelor of Arts and Communication – Media Production at Charles Sturt University
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2001
Higher School Certificate at Sydney Church of England Grammar School (SHORE)
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1998

Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts - Media & Communication: Media Production
February 1, 1999 - December 10, 2001
Bachelor of Arts and Communication – Media Production
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2001
Higher School Certificate
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1998

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Agriculture & Mining, Computers & Electronics, Consumer Goods, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Government, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Retail, Telecommunications, Transportation & Logistics, Travel & Hospitality, Wholesale & Distribution