I’m Max Woods, a London-based freelance social and platform video editor with 10+ years of experience delivering fast-turnaround edits for brands, councils, and major events. I’m comfortable working from creative briefs or developing my own edit approach—always making sure the story, pacing, and on-screen details fit the platform and audience. From training and interview pieces to short-form BTS content and event coverage, I bring a strong editorial workflow to every project. I regularly shape raw footage into concise, engaging videos using music, graphics, subtitles, and efficient multi-project management—staying responsive to feedback while keeping brand consistency front and center.

I’m Max Woods, a London-based freelance social and platform video editor with 10+ years of experience delivering fast-turnaround edits for brands, councils, and major events. I’m comfortable working from creative briefs or developing my own edit approach—always making sure the story, pacing, and on-screen details fit the platform and audience. From training and interview pieces to short-form BTS content and event coverage, I bring a strong editorial workflow to every project. I regularly shape raw footage into concise, engaging videos using music, graphics, subtitles, and efficient multi-project management—staying responsive to feedback while keeping brand consistency front and center.

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I’m Max Woods, a London-based freelance social and platform video editor with 10+ years of experience delivering fast-turnaround edits for brands, councils, and major events. I’m comfortable working from creative briefs or developing my own edit approach—always making sure the story, pacing, and on-screen details fit the platform and audience.

From training and interview pieces to short-form BTS content and event coverage, I bring a strong editorial workflow to every project. I regularly shape raw footage into concise, engaging videos using music, graphics, subtitles, and efficient multi-project management—staying responsive to feedback while keeping brand consistency front and center.

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Work Experience

Short-form BTS Video Editor at Freddies Flowers
November 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026
Edited rapid-turnaround short-form behind-the-scenes (BTS) social content, delivering clips within 24 hours on a frequent basis to support fast publishing cycles.
Social & Platform Video Editor at The Salad Project
September 1, 2025 - Present
Filmed and edited social video content by shaping raw footage into concise, engaging edits with music, graphics, subtitles, and platform-appropriate pacing. Focused on maintaining visual consistency and creating hook-driven edits designed for social distribution.
Video Editor (YouTube & Event Coverage) at Time Out London
October 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Filmed and edited content for long-form YouTube videos covering events across London, plus montage-style videos. Built narrative flow and ensured edits were appropriate for event coverage while supporting post-production timelines.
Freelance Video Editor (World Cup social support) at Ladbible
November 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Provided freelance video editing support around the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Created fast-turnaround, social-first content for a major publisher, adapting edits quickly to emerging moments and platform requirements.
Filmed and Edited Social/Training Video Editor at Waltham Forest Council
April 1, 2020 - May 1, 2026
Filmed and edited multiple social media and training videos for the council communications team, including training pieces, interviews, and onboarding content. Delivered polished edits suitable for internal and social audiences with feedback-driven revisions.

Education

BA – Media Studies at Kent University
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Consumer Goods, Gaming, Non-Profit Organization
    Jianbo - Play Your Part
    Music Video for Jianbo London Based Rapper
    Salad Project Collab and Event Video
    This was a collab between The Salad Project, which is somone who I have done continuous work for.
    BoTree by Hilton
    Social Media Advert for Hotel in West London
    Waltham Forest Recruitment Video
    Worked on a video with Waltham Forest with the aim of pushing forward recruitment.
    Freddies Flowers
    This was a regular content contract with Freddies Flowers explainervideo
    Waltham Forest Narrative Content
    Planned, Directed and Edited this project covering local life in Waltham Forest Council