I am a video editor with a passion for learning and growing with every project. I’ve built a portfolio through work with multiple clients, constantly refining my craft and adopting new techniques to deliver higher quality results. I enjoy turning briefs into engaging visuals and embedding new skills into future work. I am highly self-motivated and capable of working autonomously once I understand a brief, while also valuing collaborative communication and constructive feedback to grow with the team.

Tom Leishman

I am a video editor with a passion for learning and growing with every project. I’ve built a portfolio through work with multiple clients, constantly refining my craft and adopting new techniques to deliver higher quality results. I enjoy turning briefs into engaging visuals and embedding new skills into future work. I am highly self-motivated and capable of working autonomously once I understand a brief, while also valuing collaborative communication and constructive feedback to grow with the team.

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I am a video editor with a passion for learning and growing with every project. I’ve built a portfolio through work with multiple clients, constantly refining my craft and adopting new techniques to deliver higher quality results. I enjoy turning briefs into engaging visuals and embedding new skills into future work.

I am highly self-motivated and capable of working autonomously once I understand a brief, while also valuing collaborative communication and constructive feedback to grow with the team.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Video Editor at Self-Employed
January 1, 2022 - Present
Over the past three years I have provided freelance video editing services for multiple clients, delivering a wide range of content including adverts, short-form content, street performance videos, podcast-style formats, and video game content. I have also undertaken client work in related media fields such as motion graphics, cinematography, and graphic design. I collaborate with clients to understand briefs, learn new techniques as needed, and deliver work to a high standard.
Video Editor (Self-Employed) at Self-Employed / Freelance
October 1, 2021 - Present
Self-employed video editor delivering adverts, short-form content, street performances, podcast-style videos, and video game content. Independently learned and applied new editing skills per project; worked in motion graphics, cinematography, and graphic design; managed client relationships and timelines.

Education

BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media Practice (Film and TV) at Loughborough College
September 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
A-Levels at Ballakermeen 6th Form
September 1, 2020 - October 3, 2025
GCSEs at Ballakermeen High School
September 1, 2015 - July 1, 2020
BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media Practice (Film and TV) at Loughborough College
September 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
GCSE / IGCSE at Ballakermeen High School
September 1, 2015 - July 1, 2020
A-Levels at Ballakermeen 6th Form
September 1, 2020 - October 3, 2025
BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media Practice (Film and TV) at Loughborough College
September 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
A-Levels at Ballakermeen 6th Form
September 1, 2020 - October 3, 2025
GCSE / IGCSE at Ballakermeen High School
September 1, 2015 - July 1, 2020

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Professional Services, Software & Internet