James Blannin is a media production graduate with over a year of professional editing and videography experience, including in-house work at Bournemouth University and freelance video editing for Skylark Media. He has extensive runner experience in both studio and field environments, and is confident setting up and operating Sony and Canon camera systems for photography and video.

James Blannin

James Blannin is a media production graduate with over a year of professional editing and videography experience, including in-house work at Bournemouth University and freelance video editing for Skylark Media. He has extensive runner experience in both studio and field environments, and is confident setting up and operating Sony and Canon camera systems for photography and video.

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James Blannin is a media production graduate with over a year of professional editing and videography experience, including in-house work at Bournemouth University and freelance video editing for Skylark Media. He has extensive runner experience in both studio and field environments, and is confident setting up and operating Sony and Canon camera systems for photography and video.

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Work Experience

Freelance Video Editor at Skylark Media
September 1, 2025 - Present
Edited, colour graded, and created/edited motion graphics for medium-length YouTube content and shortened social media content. Participated in creative brainstorming meetings to help conceptualise ideas for different clients.
Videographer / Editor at Bournemouth University Marketing Department
June 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Worked on multiple production aspects including camera and sound operations, photography/photo editing, video editing and colour grading, and equipment testing/checking. Completed administrative tasks such as scheduling, planning, and risk assessments and liaised with clients/collaborators. Trained on camera equipment (e.g., FX3/FX6), accessories (e.g., gimbles, EasyRigs), and audio equipment (radio mics, boom mics, Tascam/Zoom recorders). At times led shoots by taking responsibility for all camera/sound/lighting when working with non-media background staff.
Runner at Films@59
July 1, 2023 - November 30, 2023
Supported a fast-paced team by transporting and delivering essential hardware and hard drives containing unedited rushes. Worked alongside people with varying levels of responsibility to maintain efficiency and productivity.

Education

B A (hons) Media Production (2:1) at Bournemouth University
September 1, 2022 - May 31, 2025
A Levels at Chew Valley Sixth Form
September 1, 2020 - June 30, 2022

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Travel & Hospitality