I'm Kirsty Jones, a senior video editor specializing in short-form content for creators and brands. I bring a strong storytelling flair, an eye for design, and a calm, collaborative approach to tight deadlines. I’ve edited YouTube videos for stars like Jamie Oliver and worked with brands in Dubai and the UK, helping teams promote brand identity while delivering engaging videos. My toolkit covers the full Adobe suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop) along with Final Cut Pro X, Frame.io, and Canva. I’ve helped launch Jamie Oliver’s FoodTube channel, produced showreels and pilots for in-house production teams, and thrive in fast-paced environments where ideas need to be turned into compelling visual stories that fit platform voice and audience expectations.

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I'm Kirsty Jones, a senior video editor specializing in short-form content for creators and brands. I bring a strong storytelling flair, an eye for design, and a calm, collaborative approach to tight deadlines. I’ve edited YouTube videos for stars like Jamie Oliver and worked with brands in Dubai and the UK, helping teams promote brand identity while delivering engaging videos. My toolkit covers the full Adobe suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop) along with Final Cut Pro X, Frame.io, and Canva. I’ve helped launch Jamie Oliver’s FoodTube channel, produced showreels and pilots for in-house production teams, and thrive in fast-paced environments where ideas need to be turned into compelling visual stories that fit platform voice and audience expectations.

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I’m Kirsty Jones, a senior video editor specializing in short-form content for creators and brands. I bring a strong storytelling flair, an eye for design, and a calm, collaborative approach to tight deadlines. I’ve edited YouTube videos for stars like Jamie Oliver and worked with brands in Dubai and the UK, helping teams promote brand identity while delivering engaging videos.

My toolkit covers the full Adobe suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop) along with Final Cut Pro X, Frame.io, and Canva. I’ve helped launch Jamie Oliver’s FoodTube channel, produced showreels and pilots for in-house production teams, and thrive in fast-paced environments where ideas need to be turned into compelling visual stories that fit platform voice and audience expectations.

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Senior Video Editor - Freelance at Various
February 1, 2019 - Present
YouTube and social reels for The Scene Series; editing MNHI training and explainer videos; creating YouTube content for creators including Alex French Guy Cooking, James Hoffmann, Bourbon Moth Woodworking, Alex Chappel, Integza, Tom Scott, Thoughty2, Driven Media, and D6 for Ziggurat XYZ; other clients include Nigella for Ocado, Royal Horticultural Society, Jamie Oliver Productions Ltd, Egger, Team Bath, Southgate Shopping, Old Jamaica Ginger Beer & Ting, Studio73 Artist Videos, SAT7 Charity Campaign, Prompt Maternity Training Videos.
Senior Video Editor at Jamie Oliver Productions Ltd
November 1, 2012 - February 1, 2019
Core team member that launched Jamie Oliver’s YouTube Channel ‘FoodTube’. Collaborated with creative teams to deliver brand-sensitive short-form content for YouTube and social platforms, editing Jamie Oliver, Gennaro Contaldo, and other high-profile influencers, along with brands such as Hotpoint, Uncle Ben’s, Bacardi & PG Tips. Produced showreels and pilots for the in-house TV production team.
Video Editor - Freelance at Soho Editors
June 1, 2012 - October 1, 2012
NIKE FuelFest for Archers Mark; Simply Italian. Offline edit fixes for Jamie Oliver.
Video Editor at Rupert Chesman Films Dubai
September 1, 2011 - June 1, 2012
Commercial online & events branded content for Swarovski Elements, Chanel, Pantene, Art Dubai, Viva, Harper’s Bazaar and Flake with Aiisha Ramadan.
Video Editor - Freelance at Macmillan Publishers and World Vision, CAFOD, Jubilee Campaign
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
Offline video editor for charity and publishing projects.
Offline Video Editor at Doghouse Media
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Projects including Eating in the sun 10x30” (BBC1), County Secrets 10x12” (FIVE), Family Recipe 10x5” (FIVE), A taste of my life with Nigel Slater 10x30” (BBC2).
Offline Video Editor at Teachers TV
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
30-minute programmes for the satellite TV channel Teachers TV. Reviews and Education.

Education

Premiere Pro Advanced Certificate at CerTec
October 1, 2017 - October 2, 2017
Visual Arts Masters - Distinction at UAL Camberwell
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Adobe After Effects Basics at Soho Editors
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
BA Hons Graphic Design 2:1 at Kingston University
March 1, 2000 - January 1, 2003
Art Foundation Studies - Distinction at Kingston University
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000

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Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Other