Hi there! I'm Mekaël Adu, a video editor, animator, and mobile video journalist with over 23 years in television and broadcasting. I've led post-production workflows, trained teams across the East Midlands, and delivered compelling content for news, sport, current affairs, and social media. I love pushing creative boundaries and mentoring others to grow their skills while embracing new technologies. In my work I blend storytelling with technical precision—designing graphics, animation, and visually engaging sequences that connect with audiences on multiple platforms. I'm passionate about collaboration and continuous learning, always seeking fresh ways to tell stories more efficiently and impactfully.

Mekaël Adu

Hi there! I'm Mekaël Adu, a video editor, animator, and mobile video journalist with over 23 years in television and broadcasting. I've led post-production workflows, trained teams across the East Midlands, and delivered compelling content for news, sport, current affairs, and social media. I love pushing creative boundaries and mentoring others to grow their skills while embracing new technologies. In my work I blend storytelling with technical precision—designing graphics, animation, and visually engaging sequences that connect with audiences on multiple platforms. I'm passionate about collaboration and continuous learning, always seeking fresh ways to tell stories more efficiently and impactfully.

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Hi there! I’m Mekaël Adu, a video editor, animator, and mobile video journalist with over 23 years in television and broadcasting. I’ve led post-production workflows, trained teams across the East Midlands, and delivered compelling content for news, sport, current affairs, and social media. I love pushing creative boundaries and mentoring others to grow their skills while embracing new technologies.

In my work I blend storytelling with technical precision—designing graphics, animation, and visually engaging sequences that connect with audiences on multiple platforms. I’m passionate about collaboration and continuous learning, always seeking fresh ways to tell stories more efficiently and impactfully.

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Language

French
Advanced
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Regional Video & Motion Graphics Designer, Camera Operator, Trainer/Mentor, Senior Technical Operator/Feature Editor and Video Journalist at East Midlands Today, BBC Nottingham
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2025
Delivered creative content, trained teams, and led technical workflows for broadcast and digital platforms across the East Midlands. Collaborated with editors and journalists to ensure editorial and technical objectives were met while driving innovative post-production processes.
Technical Operator at Look East, BBC Cambridge
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2002
Gallery operations for regional news, supporting live and recorded broadcasts.
Dubbing & Media Control Room Operator at The Mill
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2001
VT operation and project support for Smoke & Flame operators; delivering assets with precision.
Regional Video & Motion Graphics designer, Camera man, Trainer/Mentor, Senior Technical Operator/Feature Editor and Video Journalist at East Midlands Today, BBC Nottingham
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2025
Delivered creative content and trained teams, led technical workflows for broadcast and digital platforms across news, sport, current affairs and social media. Designed graphics, 2D/3D animations, and branding for flagship programmes; co-produced BBC documentaries for TV and iPlayer.
Technical Operator, Gallery Operations for regional news at Look East, BBC Cambridge
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2002
Operated gallery systems and supported regional news broadcasts with reliable technical workflows.

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Telecommunications, Gaming, Media & Entertainment