Video directing and editing enthusiast based in London, efficient in writing, directing, and editing productions. Proficient with Premiere Pro and After Effects, with broad knowledge of stop motion animation and strong ability to deliver polished work under tight deadlines. Analytical, decisive, and consistent in both solo and team projects—skilled in planning, problem-solving, multitasking, and clear communication. Experienced across music videos, short films, promotional vertical content, and school productions, handling both on-set capture and post-production workflows.

Brandon Pagal

Video directing and editing enthusiast based in London, efficient in writing, directing, and editing productions. Proficient with Premiere Pro and After Effects, with broad knowledge of stop motion animation and strong ability to deliver polished work under tight deadlines. Analytical, decisive, and consistent in both solo and team projects—skilled in planning, problem-solving, multitasking, and clear communication. Experienced across music videos, short films, promotional vertical content, and school productions, handling both on-set capture and post-production workflows.

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Video directing and editing enthusiast based in London, efficient in writing, directing, and editing productions. Proficient with Premiere Pro and After Effects, with broad knowledge of stop motion animation and strong ability to deliver polished work under tight deadlines.

Analytical, decisive, and consistent in both solo and team projects—skilled in planning, problem-solving, multitasking, and clear communication. Experienced across music videos, short films, promotional vertical content, and school productions, handling both on-set capture and post-production workflows.

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Work Experience

Videographer & Editor at Connect Station
May 1, 2026 - Present
Shot two different music videos for artist Pualo Chaka, working with a creative director to bring concepts to life. Utilised lighting equipment and DSLR with gimbal stabilization, capturing both indoor and outdoor set footage, including a one-take music video with a white background. Photographed the artist and model. Edited both music videos for company delivery, sent drafts for feedback, and created widescreen and mobile reel versions for social media. Coordinated capture workflow and delivered revisions based on producer/creative feedback.
Videographer & Editor at Connect Station - London
May 1, 2026 - Present
Shot two different music videos including set lighting, indoor and outdoor filming, and a one-take music video with a white background. Filmed for artist Pualo Chaka in collaboration with a creative director to bring concepts to life. Operated DSLR with a gimbal stabiliser for multiple shot setups and angles, photographed the artist and model, and edited both videos. Delivered drafts for feedback, created widescreen and mobile reel versions for social media, and produced final exports for the company.
Editor at Kai Walsh
February 1, 2026 - May 1, 2026
Edited a short film for a client from initial assembly to final delivery. Gathered and sorted footage and audio, assembled a rough cut for general assembly, and sent drafts for immediate client feedback. Performed colour correction, added music and sound design, synced recorded audio to footage, and selected appropriate typography for title cards. Delivered the final export along with the project file to the client.
Editor at Kai Walsh - London
February 1, 2026 - May 1, 2026
Edited a short film for a client by gathering and sorting footage and audio, assembling rough cuts for client review, and sending drafts for immediate feedback. Completed colour correction, added music and sound design, synced recorded audio with footage, and selected fonts for the title card. Delivered the final version along with the project file for the client.
Editor at LSLife
July 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Compiled compilation-style videos, vlogs/behind-the-scenes, and short-form content for a YouTube content creator. Balanced video editing with occasional videography duties while also managing audio. Ensured consistent output suitable for digital distribution and supported ongoing content workflow for the creator.
Editor at LSLife - London
July 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Compiled compilation-style videos, vlogs/behind-the-scenes, and short-form content for a YouTube content creator. Supported videography while managing audio needs, balancing post-production responsibilities and production requirements.
Hotel videographer at LLSuites
December 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Filmed and edited a promotion vertical video for a hotel suite in collaboration with the employer to meet advertising goals. Referenced marketing examples and video techniques, maintained direct communication and iterative feedback during the post-production process, and delivered the advertisement-ready edit.
Videographer at Afrackers
August 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024
Filmed street interviews with a presenter to produce short-form content. Managed and operated audio recording equipment during production. Sorted and managed captured footage and audio, packaging and sending materials back to employers for post-production and publishing workflow.
Videographer at Afrackers - London
August 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024
Filmed street interviews alongside a presenter to create short-form content. Managed audio equipment during recording, and organised/sorted footage and sound for delivery back to employers.
Production Assistant
September 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
Supported on-set and off-site production logistics in a fast-paced environment. Communicated clearly with team members at different levels, responded quickly to requests, assisted crew with setting up heavy or sensitive equipment, and completed errands and supply runs. Managed behind-the-scenes videos and photographs to support production deliverables.
Director and Editor at Direct Films Production
September 1, 2023 - April 1, 2025
Planned and prepared shoots by creating shot lists and attending rehearsals while instructing actors. Sorted and transferred large video and sound files for analysis, inspecting media for corruption and ensuring proper rendering. Produced visually engaging edits in Premiere Pro while maintaining consistent visual style across multiple projects. Managed two productions as both editor and director, exported multiple cuts for producer review and feedback, and set up/operated cameras for specific shots. Recorded sound for later editing and completed the first short scene under a two-week deadline.
Production Assistant at London
September 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
Provided clear communication in a fast-paced environment and supported on-set productivity by responding quickly to requests. Assisted with setup of heavy and sensitive equipment, worked effectively with minimal supervision, collected and delivered supplies for the team, completed off-site errands, and captured behind-the-scenes videos and photographs.
Director and Editor at Direct Films Production - London
September 1, 2023 - April 1, 2025
Planned shot lists, attended rehearsals, instructed actors, and managed large video/audio file transfers for analysis. Inspected media for corruption and ensured correct rendering. Produced visually engaging videos in Premiere Pro while maintaining a consistent style across projects, including managing two productions as both editor and director. Exported multiple cuts for producer review and feedback. Set up and operated cameras for feeds and specific shots, recorded sound for later use, and successfully completed a first short scene within a two-week deadline.
Videographer and Video Editor at Two fresh productions
July 1, 2023 - July 31, 2023
Assisted university students with video projects by operating video and photography equipment and editing in Premiere Pro. Trimmed footage and created sequences to support narrative structure, executed direction from the executive producer, and prepared equipment for smooth shoot operations. Selected best performance takes and handled multi-camera angle editing with titles, graphics, audio, and special effects. Produced real-time event edits and exported/uploaded final cuts to a content management system the same day; inspected files for corruption and collaborated with the team on improved workflows.
Videographer and Video Editor at Two fresh productions - London
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Supported university students in creating video projects by operating video and photography equipment and editing in Premiere Pro. Trimmed footage, created sequences to promote narrative, executed instructions from the executive producer, and prepared equipment for smooth shoots. Selected best performance combinations and edit sequencing to tell the story, delivered multi-camera edits with titles/graphics/audio/special effects, and edited in real time at events. Exported and uploaded final cuts to the content management system the same day, checked files for corruption, and collaborated with the team to improve workflows.
Video Editor at Goodvibesonly podcast
October 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
Performed post-production work including assembling raw material, editing sound, and delivering finished episodes on deadline. Edited solo-episode videos for digital distribution by managing graphics, music mix, sound balance, and colour correction. Exported final cuts and uploaded to content management systems and client platforms. Maintained alignment with the director’s artistic vision and selected scenes based on pacing, entertainment value, and continuity, including trimming and continuity edits. Managed organised video and sound data and sourced appropriate B-roll footage. Provided tight feedback loops with the editor/employer during revisions.
Video Editor at Goodvibesonly podcast - London
October 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
Performed post-production including assembling raw materials, editing sound and sequences, and delivering final products within deadlines. Edited solo episode videos for digital distribution by managing graphics, sound mixing, and colour correction. Delivered edits with multiple camera angle options, titles/graphics/audio and special effects, exported final cuts, and uploaded to content management system and client platforms. Maintained alignment with the director’s artistic vision, assessed scenes for pacing/entertainment/continuity, trimmed shots, and managed organised video and audio data, including collecting appropriate B-roll. Provided and received frequent feedback between editor and client.
Video Director at Rosary RC Primary School
December 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Directed and fully edited five plays/nativities within a two-week time limit. Oversaw video quality for suitability on the school website. Directed groups of 30+ children with support from classroom teachers and provided clear instructions to staff and children during production. Worked from teacher-provided song lists and scripts to plan shots, organised production schedules to ensure on-time delivery, and ensured parental permission was obtained for filming children.
Video Director at Rosary RC Primary School - London
December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Built positive relationships with staff and oversaw video quality to ensure suitability for the school website. Directed and fully edited five plays/nativities within a two-week limit, directing groups of 30+ children with support from classroom teachers. Provided clear instructions to teachers and students on the on-set video-making process, planned shots based on song lists and scripts, organised schedules for on-time delivery, ensured parental filming permissions were collected, and delivered final school-ready creatives.

Education

Level 3 Creative Media/Film and post Production (A-Levels ) at Westminster Kingsway College
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Level 2 Creative Media (GCSEs ) at Westminster Kingsway College
May 1, 2020 - May 1, 2020
Film studies (GCSE ) at BFI Film Academy - Holloway
September 1, 2019 - October 1, 2019
Maths, English, Drama, DT (GCSEs ) at Holloway School - London, UK
May 1, 2019 - May 1, 2019
Level 3 Creative Media/Film and post Production (A-Levels) at Westminster Kingsway College
June 1, 2022 - August 24, 2026
Level 2 Creative Media (GCSEs) at Westminster Kingsway College
May 1, 2020 - August 24, 2026
Film studies (GCSE) at BFI Film Academy - Holloway
September 1, 2019 - October 1, 2019
Maths, English, Drama, DT (GCSEs) at Holloway School - London, UK
May 1, 2019 - August 24, 2026

Qualifications

Level 3 Creative Media/Film and post Production (A-Levels)
June 1, 2022 - August 24, 2026
Level 2 Creative Media (GCSEs)
May 1, 2020 - August 24, 2026
Film studies (GCSE)
September 1, 2019 - October 1, 2019
Maths, English, Drama, DT (GCSEs)
May 1, 2019 - August 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education