I'm Alfred, a results-driven video editor and media professional with over a decade of experience in fast-paced broadcasting and digital media environments. I specialise in end-to-end video production, color grading, motion graphics, and adapting content for social media and online platforms, always delivering engaging, on-brand stories on tight deadlines.

Alfred Lai

I'm Alfred, a results-driven video editor and media professional with over a decade of experience in fast-paced broadcasting and digital media environments. I specialise in end-to-end video production, color grading, motion graphics, and adapting content for social media and online platforms, always delivering engaging, on-brand stories on tight deadlines.

Available to hire

I’m Alfred, a results-driven video editor and media professional with over a decade of experience in fast-paced broadcasting and digital media environments.

I specialise in end-to-end video production, color grading, motion graphics, and adapting content for social media and online platforms, always delivering engaging, on-brand stories on tight deadlines.

See more

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Video Editor at Phoenix TV
January 1, 2025 - September 16, 2025
Edited breaking news and feature content for broadcast. Delivered 3-minute news videos in under 5 minutes. Collaborated with newsroom producers to ensure accuracy and clarity.
Video Editor at On.cc (Oriental Press Group)
January 1, 2023 - September 16, 2025
Produced digital content for Hong Kong’s leading online news platform. Edited breaking news, features, and creative digital stories. Adapted video for YouTube, Instagram, Threads, Xiaohongshu, with strong engagement (100K+ views). Worked closely with journalists and producers to ensure editorial quality.
Freelance Photographer / Video Editor at ACOO, Hong Kong
January 1, 2023 - September 16, 2025
Provided freelance photography and video editing services for varied clients; produced wedding and corporate content with emphasis on storytelling and visual quality.
Founder / Photographer at Independent Studio, China
January 1, 2017 - September 16, 2025
Founded and managed a photography studio. Oversaw operations, budgeting, studio setup, and client acquisition. Delivered commercial and wedding photography projects.
Freelance Photographer / Video Editor at Multiple Studios, Hong Kong
January 1, 2015 - September 16, 2025
Photographed 290+ weddings/events per year (2009–2015), strengthened problem-solving and adaptability in fast-paced environments; collaborated across wedding and production teams to deliver high-quality results.
Video Editor at Phoenix TV
January 1, 2025 - September 16, 2025
Edited breaking news and feature content for broadcast. Delivered 3-minute news videos in under 5 minutes, meeting strict deadlines. Collaborated with newsroom producers to ensure accuracy and clarity.
Video Editor at On.cc (Oriental Press Group)
January 1, 2023 - September 16, 2025
Produced digital content for Hong Kong's leading online news platform. Edited breaking news, features, and creative digital stories. Adapted video for YouTube, Instagram, Threads, Xiaohongshu, with strong engagement (100K+ views). Worked closely with journalists and producers to ensure editorial quality.
Freelance Photographer / Video Editor at ACOO, Hong Kong
January 1, 2023 - September 16, 2025
Developed and executed marketing strategies and campaigns; led a marketing team; maintained brand consistency across channels.
Founder / Photographer at Independent Studio, China
January 1, 2017 - September 16, 2025
Founded a photography studio; oversaw operations, budgeting, studio setup, and client acquisition; delivered commercial and wedding photography projects.
Freelance Photographer / Video Editor at Independent / Various studios
January 1, 2015 - September 16, 2025
Delivered photography and video editing for weddings, corporate events, and media projects; built a diverse portfolio.
Video Editor at Phoenix TV
December 31, 2025 - September 24, 2025
Edited breaking news and feature videos for broadcast, ensuring high editorial standards and rapid turnaround. Consistently met strict deadlines by producing 3-minute news packages in under 5 minutes. Collaborated effectively with journalists and producers to ensure content accuracy and narrative coherence.
Video Editor at ON.CC (Oriental Press Group)
December 31, 2023 - September 24, 2025
Produced digital news and feature content for a leading online news platform. Adapted video content for social channels (YouTube, Instagram), increasing audience reach to over 100K views. Managed the full post-production cycle under fast-paced newsroom conditions, delivering compelling stories.
Video Editor at Phoenix TV
January 1, 2025 - September 24, 2025
Edited breaking news and feature videos for broadcast, ensuring high editorial standards and rapid turnaround. Produced 3-minute news packages in under 5 minutes. Collaborated effectively with journalists and producers to ensure content accuracy and narrative coherence.
Video Editor at Phoenix TV
January 1, 2025 - September 25, 2025
Based in Hong Kong, edited breaking news and feature videos for broadcast, ensuring high editorial standards and rapid turnaround. Consistently met tight deadlines by producing 3-minute news packages in under 5 minutes. Collaborated effectively with journalists and producers to ensure content accuracy and narrative coherence.
Video Editor at ON.CC (Oriental Press Group)
January 1, 2023 - September 25, 2025
Hong Kong-based editor producing digital news and feature content for a leading online news platform. Adapted video content for social media channels (YouTube, Instagram), expanding audience reach to over 100K views. Managed full post-production cycle under fast-paced newsroom conditions, delivering compelling stories.
Freelance Video Editor at ACOO
January 1, 2023 - September 25, 2025
Freelance video editor for multimedia advertising and visual effects projects. Delivered end-to-end post-production work, including color grading and motion graphics, collaborating with clients to meet creative goals. Education details include a Higher Diploma in Multimedia Advertising & Visual Effects and a Diploma in Computer Game & Animation from IVET.
Video Editor at Oriental Press Group
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2023
End-to-end video editing, color grading, motion graphics and post-production for broadcast content; supported newsroom with tight deadlines.
Freelance Video Editor at ACOO | Hong Kong
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2023
Freelance video editing across multiple projects; color grading, visual effects and content adaptation for online platforms.
Video Editor at The Fragrances Shop (TFS), UK
September 1, 2025 - Present
Managed end-to-end post-production for product campaign videos; collaborated with marketing to deliver compelling digital content.

Education

Diploma in Computer Game & Animation at IVE TuEn Mun Education
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2004
Foundation Diploma in Computer Studies at IVE
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2006
Higher Diploma in Multimedia Advertising & Visual Effects at IVE Tsing Yi
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009
Secondary Education at Memorial College
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2004
Foundation Diploma in Computer Studies at IVE Centre Cantonese
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2006
Diploma in Computer Games & Animation at IVE – Tuen Mun
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2006
Higher Diploma in Multimedia Advertising & Visual Effects at IVE – Tsing Yi
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009
Higher Diploma in Multimedia Advertising & Visual Effects at IVE, Tsing Yi
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Diploma in Computer Game & Animation at IVE, Tsing Yi
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Higher Diploma in Multimedia Advertising & Visual Effects at Phoenix TV, Hong Kong
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026
Diploma in Computer Game & Animation at IVE - Tsing Yi Campus, Hong Kong
January 11, 2030 - February 14, 2026

Qualifications

Foundation Diploma in Computer Studies
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2006
Higher Diploma in Multimedia Advertising & Visual Effects
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009
Higher Diploma in Multimedia Advertising & Visual Effects
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Diploma in Computer Game & Animation
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Other, Software & Internet