I am writing to express my interest in suitable employment opportunities through your agency. With over nine years experience in animation editing at Wild Child Animation and Beakus Animation Studio, I am now keen to apply my strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills in an office-based or marketing role. At Wild Child Animation, I worked on high-profile projects including The Brilliant World of Tom Gates (BAFTA-nominated) and Piri Penguins (a ratings success on CBeebies). I consistently delivered under tight deadlines, managing complex workflows and ensuring seamless collaboration across creative, technical and production teams. My responsibilities included leading meetings, troubleshooting challenges and delivering polished content with attention to detail. I bring a unique combination of creative and organisational strengths: crafting clear, impactful messaging; managing competing priorities and timelines; and ensuring deliverables meet both brand and audience expectations. I’m skilled at keeping teams aligned, supporting colleagues, and producing engaging digital and social media content. Proactive and solutions-focused, I take pride in maintaining accuracy, fostering positive relationships, and contributing ideas that help projects succeed. I would be delighted to bring my skills, energy, and experience to your clients’ teams and welcome the opportunity to discuss how I can support their marketing and office operations. Thank you for your time and consideration — I look forward to the possibility of speaking with you soon.

James Herbert

I am writing to express my interest in suitable employment opportunities through your agency. With over nine years experience in animation editing at Wild Child Animation and Beakus Animation Studio, I am now keen to apply my strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills in an office-based or marketing role. At Wild Child Animation, I worked on high-profile projects including The Brilliant World of Tom Gates (BAFTA-nominated) and Piri Penguins (a ratings success on CBeebies). I consistently delivered under tight deadlines, managing complex workflows and ensuring seamless collaboration across creative, technical and production teams. My responsibilities included leading meetings, troubleshooting challenges and delivering polished content with attention to detail. I bring a unique combination of creative and organisational strengths: crafting clear, impactful messaging; managing competing priorities and timelines; and ensuring deliverables meet both brand and audience expectations. I’m skilled at keeping teams aligned, supporting colleagues, and producing engaging digital and social media content. Proactive and solutions-focused, I take pride in maintaining accuracy, fostering positive relationships, and contributing ideas that help projects succeed. I would be delighted to bring my skills, energy, and experience to your clients’ teams and welcome the opportunity to discuss how I can support their marketing and office operations. Thank you for your time and consideration — I look forward to the possibility of speaking with you soon.

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I am writing to express my interest in suitable employment opportunities through your agency.
With over nine years experience in animation editing at Wild Child Animation and Beakus Animation Studio, I am now keen to apply my strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills in an office-based or marketing role.
At Wild Child Animation, I worked on high-profile projects including The Brilliant World of Tom Gates (BAFTA-nominated) and Piri Penguins (a ratings success on CBeebies). I consistently delivered under tight deadlines, managing complex workflows and ensuring seamless collaboration across creative, technical and production teams. My responsibilities included leading meetings, troubleshooting challenges and delivering polished content with attention to detail.
I bring a unique combination of creative and organisational strengths: crafting clear, impactful messaging; managing competing priorities and timelines; and ensuring deliverables meet both brand and audience expectations. I’m skilled at keeping teams aligned, supporting colleagues, and producing engaging digital and social media content.
Proactive and solutions-focused, I take pride in maintaining accuracy, fostering positive relationships, and contributing ideas that help projects succeed.
I would be delighted to bring my skills, energy, and experience to your clients’ teams and welcome the opportunity to discuss how I can support their marketing and office operations. Thank you for your time and consideration — I look forward to the possibility of speaking with you soon.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Video Editor at Beakus Animation Studio
November 1, 2020 - September 24, 2025
Edited animateds to create well paced, compelling stories while keeping episodes to time. Consideration to emotional flow of episodes for maximum effect. Reworked existing footage to create punchy and exciting trailers, promos and social media content. Worked to internal and external creative notes and feedback. Ensured deadlines were met to maintain the series schedule. Solid understanding and knowledge of 2D and 3D CG animation pipelines. Proactively resolved editorial and pipeline issues.
Video Editor at Fremantle Media
June 1, 2016 - Present
Edited internal comms videos.
Video Editor at Lambent Productions
March 1, 2016 - September 24, 2025
Edited pitching videos to win TV broadcast commissions.
Video Editor at Neo Digital
May 31, 2020 - September 24, 2025
Project utilising existing branding to create three short idents for various platforms.
Animation Editor at Wild Child Animation
August 1, 2025 - September 24, 2025
Managed production across multiple series including Piri Penguins (52x11mins, CBeebies), Bababo and Friends (15x2mins online content), The Brilliant World of Tom Gates Series 3 (20x11mins, Sky), Toad and Friends (52x11mins, HoHo/Cartoon Network), and The Brilliant World of Tom Gates Series 2 (20x11mins, Sky). Built and maintained strong cross-department relationships, led regular team meetings, identified blockers and helped prioritise tasks and solutions. Coordinated with multiple departments and external partners to align project goals and timelines. Oversaw technical tasks such as QA, file organization, and content prep for client-facing delivery. Familiar with digital workflows, collaborative platforms, and production pipelines; proactively identifying and resolving issues.
Video Editor at Crisis Prevention Institute
May 1, 2025 - Present
Re-branded US marketing videos for British and Australian audiences using AI video workflows to streamline production and localization.
Animation Editor at Beakus Animation Studio
November 1, 2020 - September 24, 2025
Edited TV and online content for multiple Beakus series including Brave Bunnies (Channel 5), Olo Bob Tops Series 1 & 2 (CBeebies), and online content for Olo Bob’s social media platforms. Delivered high-quality cuts, ensured brand consistency, and collaborated closely with creative and technical teams.
Video Editor at Good Thing Theory Agency
May 1, 2020 - September 24, 2025
Created three short identities for various platforms, leveraging Premiere Pro and After Effects to deliver concise branding and promo material.
Video Editor at Sideline Clothing
June 30, 2019 - September 24, 2025
Edited promotional content for social and online channels using Avid Media Composer, ensuring brand-aligned cuts and delivery.
Video Editor at Middle Child Productions
May 31, 2019 - September 24, 2025
Edited video content for various campaigns, coordinating with the production team and ensuring timely delivery.
Community/Communications and Engagement Committee Member at Lewes Town Council
May 1, 2019 - Present
Active member contributing to communications and engagement initiatives; involved in creating video content for community projects and cycling events; re-elected in 2023.
Animation Editor at Wild Child Animation
August 1, 2025 - September 24, 2025
Animation Editor on multiple series including Piri Penguins, Baboo and Friends, and The Brilliant World of Tom Gates. Led project coordination across creative, technical and production teams, maintained strict deadlines and quality standards, repurposed existing content for promos and social media, and facilitated team meetings to identify blockers and priorities.
Video Editor at Crisis Prevention Institute
May 1, 2025 - Present
Video Editor involved in rebranding US marketing videos for British and Australian audiences using AI video tools.
Animation Editor at Beakus Animation Studio
November 1, 2020 - September 24, 2025
Animation Editor on projects such as Brave Bunnies (Channel 5) and Olo Bob content; collaborated with creative, art and production teams to deliver social media assets and TV assets.
Video Editor at Sideline Clothing
June 1, 2019 - Present
Edited social media videos and campaigns using AVID Media Composer, contributing to brand storytelling.
Video Editor at Middle Child Productions
May 1, 2019 - September 24, 2025
Edited video content for The Mirror’s online social media presence using AVID Media Composer.
Video Editor at Good Thing Theory Agency
May 1, 2020 - Present
Created three short ident pieces for various platforms (Premiere Pro & After Effects).

Education

BA Hons Screen Studies at Liverpool John Moores University
September 1, 1999 - June 1, 2002
BA Hons in Screen Studies at Liverpool John Moores University
September 1, 1999 - June 1, 2000
BA Hons Screen Studies at Liverpool John Moores University
September 1, 1999 - June 1, 2000

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Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other, Software & Internet