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As a multi-award-winning editor with over 14 years of experience, I bring a blend of creativity, technical precision, and leadership to every project—from concept through to final delivery. I’ve worked across a wide range of outputs, including global brand campaigns and feature documentaries, ensuring edits that are impactful, polished, and aligned with client expectations.
In leadership roles including Lead Editor and Head of Post Production, I’ve managed and mentored post-production teams, strengthened workflows through documentation and future-proofing, and maintained high standards for quality, health and safety, and team wellbeing. I’m deeply involved in debriefs, performance goals, and continuous improvement, while also helping Orillo Post stay competitive through new tools, trends, and innovative practices.
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Work Experience
Head of Post Production at Orillo Films
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2024Conduct research into emerging software, tools, and technologies to recommend improvements that enhance efficiency and quality. Proactively troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues across studio and on-set environments. Develop and maintain thorough documentation to standardise processes and enable seamless knowledge sharing within the team. Oversee the health, safety, and overall wellbeing of the post-production team, implementing workplace standards and promoting a safe, productive environment.
Strategically future-proof Orillo’s post-production capabilities for productions of varying sizes and complexity. Shape and reinforce the vision, ethos, and brand of Orillo Post to align with Orillo Films’ objectives. Set performance goals and quality benchmarks, track progress, and encourage a results-oriented culture. Introduce the team to cutting-edge trends and innovative practices to keep Orillo competitive. Run detailed post-project debriefs to analyze workflow effectiv
Lead editor at Orillo Films
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2025As Lead Editor at Orillo, I was responsible for delivering high-quality content across a wide range of formats, including commercials, branded campaigns, documentaries, trailers, podcasts, social-first content and music videos. Working closely with producers, directors and clients, I helped shape projects from the initial creative brief through to final delivery, ensuring every edit met both creative and technical standards.
My role extended beyond editing. I developed narratives from large volumes of footage, crafted engaging pacing, incorporated sound design, colour grading and motion graphics where appropriate, and ensured projects were delivered efficiently without compromising quality. I regularly collaborated with clients throughout the review process, translating feedback into refined edits while maintaining the original creative vision.
Alongside client work, I supported and mentored junior editors, sharing workflows, techniques and best practices to help raise the overall standard of the post-production team. I continually explored new editing techniques, software and industry trends to improve both my own work and the team's creative output.
Over my time as Lead Editor, I contributed to projects for global brands including Bentley, Burberry, McDonald's, Puma, Wagamama and Adidas, consistently delivering engaging content that strengthened client relationships and generated repeat business.
Lead Editor at Orillo Films
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2024Lead editing across projects to produce high-quality, compelling content that meets or exceeds client expectations. Ensure timely delivery while maintaining consistency in quality that supports ongoing business opportunities. Continuously improve editing techniques by staying current with industry trends, new software, and creative strategies. Uphold professionalism and support Orillo culture across studio, onsite, and on-set workflows. Create a collaborative working environment and mentor junior editors when needed to strengthen team capability.
Head of Post Production at Orillo Films
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2025As Head of Post at Orillo, I led the post-production department, overseeing both the creative and operational aspects of the team. My focus was on building efficient workflows, maintaining exceptional creative standards and ensuring projects were delivered on time, on budget and to the highest possible quality.
I managed a team of editors and freelance creatives, assigning projects based on experience and availability while mentoring team members to support their professional development. Working closely with producers, directors and clients, I helped plan post-production schedules, resolve technical challenges and maintain clear communication throughout every stage of production.
Beyond project delivery, I was responsible for continuously improving the department by researching emerging technologies, implementing new workflows and refining internal processes to increase efficiency. I led post-project debriefs to identify opportunities for improvement, introduced new editing techniques and software, and helped future-proof the department as workloads and client expectations evolved.
I also played a key role in expanding Orillo's post-production offering, strengthening relationships with freelancers, supporting business development and helping position Orillo as a trusted creative partner for agencies and brands. My leadership combined technical expertise with a collaborative approach, ensuring both the team and the work continued to grow in quality, consistency and ambition.
Education
Film & Television Production at York St. John University
September 1, 2007 - May 31, 2010Film & Television Production (Advanced video editing) at York St. John University
January 1, 2010 - May 1, 2010Qualifications
Film & Television Production
September 1, 2007 - May 1, 2010Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Professional Services
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