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Highly skilled and experienced Senior Video Editor seeking to leverage 28 years, with 24 years at NewsHub, of expertise in video editing and production to contribute creatively to dynamic projects within a reputable organization.
A collaborative professional who works closely with reporters, producers, and clients to understand project requirements and vision, offering creative input and solutions to enhance storytelling and visual impact on programs like 60 Minutes, 20/20, 3D, Campbell Live, News and Current Affairs. Experienced in overseeing post-production workflows, mentoring teams, and staying abreast of industry trends.
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Work Experience
Lead Video Editor at NewsHub, Wellington
January 1, 2000 - June 1, 2024Spearheaded the editing process for various video projects including News and Current Affairs, documentaries, ensuring high-quality output and adherence to deadlines. Collaborated with reporters, producers, and clients to enhance storytelling on shows such as 60 Minutes, 20/20, and Campbell Live. Managed and trained a team of video editors, using advanced software like Avid Media Composer and Avid Interplay. Oversaw post-production workflows including color grading, sound design, and visual effects, while staying updated with industry trends and technologies.
Offline Editor at Natural History Unit, Dunedin
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2006Offline Video Editor on the documentary 'Taipei 101'. Edited raw footage into cohesive sequences, applying creative storytelling techniques, visual effects, and collaborating closely with producers and directors. Ensured technical quality and consistency while integrating audio and managing project files efficiently.
Offline Editor / Digitiser at Gibson Group, Wellington
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2003Edited music videos, documentaries, and corporate videos. Responsibilities included editing raw footage, digitising content, collaborating with directors and producers to meet creative vision, and maintaining organized file management systems.
News Editor at 3News, Wellington
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002Edited daily news content, supporting timely and accurate news production.
Lead Video Editor at NewsHub, Wellington
January 1, 2024 - July 22, 2025Spearheaded the editing process for a wide range of video projects including all forms of News and Current Affairs and documentaries, ensuring high-quality output and adherence to project deadlines. Collaborated closely with reporters, producers, and clients to understand project requirements and vision, offering creative input and solutions to enhance storytelling and visual impact on programs like 60 Minutes, 20/20, 3D, Campbell Live, News and Digital. Managed a team of video editors, providing guidance, mentorship, and constructive feedback to optimize performance. Utilised advanced editing techniques and software such as Avid Media Composer in the Avid Interplay environment. Oversaw post-production workflows, including color grading, sound design, and visual effects, archiving to achieve polished final products. Stayed abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies.
Offline Editor at Natural History Unit, Dunedin
December 31, 2006 - July 22, 2025Offline Video Editor for Taipei 101 Discovery Documentary. Responsible for editing raw footage and assembling sequences for natural history content.
2nd Assistant Editor at Kong is King Movie Production
December 31, 2005 - July 22, 2025Synced locking audio and video, managed DVD dubs for the movie Kong is King.
Offline Editor/Digitiser at Gibson Group, Wellington
December 31, 2003 - July 22, 2025Edited raw footage into cohesive sequences for music videos, documentaries, corporate videos, and education resource videos. Collaborated with producers and directors to interpret scripts and storyboards and ensured quality and consistency. Worked with sound designers and composers to integrate audio elements and maintained organized project documentation and file management.
News Editor at 3News, Wellington
December 31, 2002 - July 22, 2025Edited daily news content to meet broadcast deadlines and quality standards.
Lead Video Editor at Newshub, Wellington
January 1, 2024 - August 8, 2025Led editing processes for a wide range of video projects including news, current affairs, and documentaries such as 60 Minutes, 20/20, 3D, Campbell Live, News and Digital. Collaborated closely with reporters, producers, and clients to understand project requirements and vision, offering creative input and solutions to enhance storytelling and visual impact. Managed a team of video editors providing guidance, mentorship, and constructive feedback to optimize performance and foster growth. Utilized advanced editing software including Avid Media Composer and Avid Interplay to craft compelling narratives, enhance visuals, and refine audio elements. Oversaw post-production workflows including color grading, sound design, visual effects, and archiving to deliver polished final products that meet or exceed client expectations. Kept abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continuously improve skills.
Offline Editor at Natural History Unit, Dunedin
January 1, 2006 - PresentEdited natural history documentaries, working closely with producers and directors to interpret scripts and storyboards to align with creative vision. Edited rough footage into cohesive sequences applying creative storytelling and visual effects to convey intended messages and evoke emotions. Conducted thorough reviews of footage, identifying and addressing technical issues and continuity errors to maintain quality. Collaborated with sound designers and post-production professionals to integrate audio seamlessly into final edits. Maintained organized file management and project documentation ensuring efficient workflow and asset retrieval.
Offline Editor / Digitiser at Gibson Group, Wellington
January 1, 2003 - August 8, 2025Edited music videos and documentaries by assembling raw footage into cohesive sequences using creative storytelling and visual effects. Conducted digitizing of footage and handled synchronization of audio and video. Maintained quality control by reviewing footage and identifying issues.
News Editor at 3 News, Wellington
January 1, 2002 - August 8, 2025Edited daily news content.
Offline Video Editor at Taipai 101, Discovery / Natural History Unit, Dunedin
January 1, 2005 - PresentWorked as offline video editor on discovery natural history documentary projects.
Lead Video Editor at Newshub, Wellington
January 1, 2024 - August 13, 2025Led the editing process for a broad range of video projects including all forms of news, current affairs, and documentaries. Collaborated closely with reporters, producers, and clients to understand project requirements and provide creative input to enhance storytelling and visual impact on programs such as 60 Minutes, 20/20, 3D, Campbell Live, News and Digital. Managed a team of video editors, providing guidance, mentorship, and constructive feedback to optimize performance and foster professional growth. Utilized advanced editing techniques and software such as Avid Media Composer and Avid Interplay to craft compelling narratives, enhance visuals, and refine audio elements. Oversaw post-production workflows including color grading, sound design, visual effects, and archiving to deliver polished final products meeting or exceeding client expectations. Stayed updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to continually expand skills and knowledge.
Offline Editor, Natural History Unit at Taipai 101, Dunedin
January 1, 2006 - PresentEdited short clips for Massey University courses. Edited natural history documentaries and discovery documentaries. Worked closely with producers and directors to interpret scripts and storyboards, ensuring alignment with project objectives and creative vision. Conducted thorough reviews of footage, identifying and addressing technical issues, continuity errors, and other editing challenges to maintain overall quality and consistency. Collaborated with sound designers, composers, and other post-production professionals to integrate audio elements seamlessly into the final edits. Maintained organized file management systems and project documentation for efficient workflow management.
Offline Video Editor at Taipai 101, Discovery Documentary, Natural History Unit, Dunedin
January 1, 2006 - August 13, 2025Edited documentary footage and digitized footage. Edited corporate videos and music videos. Applied creative storytelling techniques and visual effects to convey intended messages and evoke desired emotions. Utilized offline editing skills on various projects.
Offline Editor/Digitiser at Gibson Group, Wellington
January 1, 2003 - August 13, 2025Offline editor for music videos, documentaries, corporate videos, and educational resource videos. Edited raw footage into cohesive sequences applying creative storytelling techniques and visual effects. Worked closely with producers and directors to interpret scripts and storyboards, ensuring alignment with project objectives and creative vision. Digitised footage and conducted thorough reviews to address technical issues and continuity errors. Collaborated with sound designers and composer teams to integrate audio elements for strong engagement. Maintained organized file management and project documentation for workflow efficiency.
News Editor at 3News, Wellington
January 1, 2002 - August 13, 2025Edited daily news coverage and contributed to overall news production workflows.
Lead Video Editor at NewsHub, Wellington
January 1, 2000 - PresentLed the editing process for a wide range of video projects, including all forms of News and Current Affairs, and documentaries. Ensured high-quality output and adherence to deadlines. Collaborated closely with reporters, producers, and clients to understand project requirements, offering creative input and solutions to enhance storytelling and visual impact on programs like 60 Minutes, 20/20, 3D, Campbell Live, and others. Managed and trained a team of video editors, providing guidance, mentorship, and constructive feedback to optimize performance and foster growth. Utilized advanced editing techniques and software (Avid Media Composer, Avid Interplay) to craft compelling narratives, enhance visuals, and refine audio elements. Oversaw post-production workflows, including color grading, sound design, visual effects, and archiving to achieve polished final products. Stayed abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to continually expand skills and knowledge.
Offline Editor at Natural History Unit, Dunedin
December 31, 2006 - September 2, 2025Offline video editor for the documentary 'Taipai 101' and 'Taipai 1012' at Natural History Unit Dunedin. Responsibilities included syncing audio and video, digitizing footage, editing footage into cohesive sequences applying creative storytelling techniques and visual effects to convey intended messages and emotions. Conducted thorough reviews of footage, identifying and addressing technical issues, continuity errors, and other editing challenges to maintain overall quality and consistency. Collaborated with sound designers, composers, and post-production professionals to integrate audio elements seamlessly in final edits. Maintained organized file management systems and project documentation to ensure efficient workflow and easy retrieval of assets.
Offline Editor / Digitiser at Gibson Group, Wellington
December 31, 2003 - September 2, 2025Offline editor for music videos, documentaries, corporate videos, and educational resource videos. Edited raw footage into cohesive sequences, applying creative storytelling and visual effects to convey intended messages and evoke desired emotions. Collaborated closely with producers and directors to interpret scripts and storyboards, ensuring alignment with project objectives and creative vision. Digitized footage and conducted thorough reviews to address technical issues and maintain quality. Worked with sound designers and composers to integrate audio seamlessly into edits. Maintained organized file management systems for efficient workflow.
News Editor at 3 News, Wellington
December 31, 2002 - September 2, 2025Edited daily news segments, handling fast-paced editing tasks to meet daily broadcast deadlines.
Lead Video Editor at NewsHub
January 1, 2024 - September 10, 2025Spearheaded the editing process for a wide range of video projects including all forms of News and Current Affairs, and documentaries, ensuring high-quality output and adherence to project deadlines. Collaborated closely with reporters, producers, and clients to understand project requirements and vision, offering creative input and solutions to enhance storytelling and visual impact on programs like 60 Minutes, 20/20, 3D, Campbell Live, News and Digital, and other News and Current Affairs programs. Managed a team of video editors, providing guidance, mentorship, and constructive feedback to optimize performance and foster professional growth. Used advanced editing techniques and software such as Avid Media Composer and the Avid Interplay environment, and oversaw post-production workflows including color grading, sound design, and visual effects to deliver polished final products.
Offline Editor at Gibson Group
January 1, 2003 - September 10, 2025Offline Editor / Digitiser responsible for digitising footage, syncing audio and video, and providing DVD dubs for film projects including Kong is King.
2nd Assistant Editor at Gibson Group
January 1, 2003 - September 10, 2025Second Assistant Editor with duties including syncing audio and video and producing DVD dubs for key projects such as Kong is King.
Offline Video Editor at Natural History Unit, Dunedin
January 1, 2006 - September 10, 2025Offline Video Editor for the Natural History Unit, Dunedin; contributed to documentary edits and post-production workflows.
News Editor at 3 News Wellington
January 1, 2002 - September 10, 2025Editing daily news content in a fast-paced environment, contributing to timely, accurate broadcasts and collaborating with reporters and producers to maintain newsroom standards.
Lead Video Editor at NewsHub
January 1, 2000 - PresentSpearheaded editing for a wide range of video projects including News and Current Affairs and documentaries. Ensured high-quality output and met deadlines. Worked closely with reporters, producers, and clients to understand project requirements and vision, offering creative input to enhance storytelling and visual impact. Managed a small team of editors, provided guidance and constructive feedback, and applied advanced editing techniques using Avid Media Composer and Avid Interplay to deliver polished final cuts.
News Editor at 3 News Wellington
December 31, 2002 - September 10, 2025Edited daily news content and contributed to current affairs programming, ensuring accurate, engaging storytelling and timely delivery.
Offline Editor / Digitiser at Gibson Group, Wellington
December 31, 2003 - September 10, 2025Edited offline video and digitised footage for multiple projects, including music videos; synchronised audio and video, prepared DVD dubs, and supported post-production workflows.
Offline Editor at Taipei 101 Discovery Doco - Natural History Unit, Dunedin
December 31, 2006 - September 10, 2025Offline editor for natural history documentary segments; contributed to post-production workflows and final assembly.
Lead Video Editor at NewsHub
January 1, 2004 - September 10, 2025Led editing for a wide range of news and current affairs, including documentaries; collaborated with reporters, producers and clients to understand project requirements and vision; offered creative input and solutions to enhance storytelling and visual impact on programs such as 60 Minutes, 20/20, Campbell Live, News & Digital; managed a team of video editors; utilized advanced editing techniques with Avid Media Composer and Avid Interplay; oversaw post-production workflows including colour grading, sound design and visual effects; archiving to polished final products.
2nd Assistant Editor at Gibson Group
January 1, 2003 - September 10, 2025Synchronized audio and video; performed DVD dubs for film Kong is King; supported editing team during production.
Offline Editor / Digitiser at Gibson Group
January 1, 2003 - September 10, 2025Edited offline and prepared master materials; collaborated with producers and directors to ensure alignment with project objectives; integrated into final deliverables.
Offline Editor at Natural History Unit
January 1, 2005 - PresentOffline editor for Taipa 101 Discovery Doco; contributed to natural history programming in Dunedin; worked with producers to ensure quality and timely delivery.
Lead Video Editor at NewsHub
January 1, 2024 - September 18, 2025Spearheaded the editing process for a wide range of video projects including news and current affairs, and documentaries. Collaborated with reporters, producers and clients to define requirements and vision, offered creative input and solutions to enhance storytelling and visual impact. Managed a team of editors, provided guidance and feedback to optimize performance and foster professional growth. Utilised advanced editing techniques and software such as Avid Media Composer and Avid Interplay to craft and refine narrative and visuals; oversaw post-production workflows to deliver polished final products.
News Editor at 3 News Wellington
December 31, 2002 - September 18, 2025Edited daily news content, coordinating with reporters and producers to ensure timely and accurate broadcasts.
Offline Editor / Digitiser at Gibson Group
December 31, 2003 - September 18, 2025Synced audio and video, prepared DVD dubs for projects including feature productions; contributed to post-production tasks across multiple projects.
2nd Assistant Editor at Gibson Group
December 31, 2003 - September 18, 2025Synchronized audio and video, created DVD dubs for the movie Kong is King; supported lead editors on long-form projects.
Offline Editor at Natural History Unit, Dunedin
December 31, 2006 - September 18, 2025Offline editing for Natural History Unit documentaries; refined narrative structure, visuals and audio integration; collaborated with producers and directors to ensure high-quality outputs.
Lead Video Editor at NewsHub, Wellington
December 31, 2004 - September 18, 2025Spearheaded the editing process for a wide range of video projects including News and Current Affairs, and documentaries, ensuring high-quality output and adherence to deadlines. Collaborated with reporters, producers, and clients to understand requirements and vision, offering creative input to enhance storytelling and visual impact on programs such as 60 Minutes, 20/20, Campbell Live, News and Digital. Managed a team of video editors, providing guidance and constructive feedback to optimize performance and foster professional growth. Utilised advanced editing techniques and software such as Avid Media Composer and Avid Interplay. Oversaw post-production workflows including color grading, sound design, and visual effects; archiving to achieve polished final products. Stayed abreast of industry trends and technologies.
News Editor at 3 News Wellington
December 31, 2002 - September 18, 2025Editing daily news; overseeing editorial workflows for broadcast news.
Offline Editor at Gibson Group, Wellington
December 31, 2003 - September 18, 2025Edited offline footage for various projects, maintaining continuity and storytelling quality.
2nd Assistant Editor at Gibson Group, Wellington
December 31, 2003 - September 18, 2025Synchronized audio and video, prepared DVD dubs for the movie Kong is King.
Offline Editor / Digitiser at Gibson Group, Wellington
December 31, 2003 - September 18, 2025Offline editing across multiple projects and formats.
Music Video Editor at Gibson Group / King Kapisi – Converse
December 31, 2003 - September 18, 2025Edited music video projects including King Kapisi – Converse; collaborated with directors and producers to craft narrative and visuals.
Offline Editor at Natural History Unit, Dunedin
January 1, 2005 - PresentEdited offline footage for natural history documentaries; contributed to storytelling and sequence assembly.
Massey University Course Clip Editor at Massey University Courses
January 1, 2025 - September 18, 2025Edited short post-production clips for Massey University courses (2024-2025).
Lead Video Editor at NewsHub
January 1, 2024 - September 22, 2025Led the editing process for a broad range of video projects, including News & Current Affairs, documentaries, and digital content; managed a team of editors, collaborated with reporters, producers, and clients to meet project requirements, and delivered high-quality outputs on schedule using advanced post-production workflows.
News Editor at 3N News
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2002Edited daily news content, coordinating with reporters and producers to ensure accurate, timely, and engaging broadcasts.
Offline Editor / Digitiser at Gibson Group
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2003Handled offline editing, digitising, and post-production for a range of projects, including music videos and documentaries. Responsible for syncing audio/video, DVD dubs, and supporting the Natural History Unit.
2nd Assistant Editor at Gibson Group
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005Synced audio and video, produced DVD dubs for Kong is King and supported offline editing workflows.
News Editor at 3 News Wellington
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002Editing daily news.
Offline Editor at Taipai 101 Discovery Doco - Natural History Unit
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2006Offline video editor for documentary content produced by the Natural History Unit in Dunedin.
2nd Assistant Editor at Kong is King (Film)
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2006Second assistant editor: synchronising audio and video, DVD dubs for the movie Kong is King.
Education
Advanced Certificate at Wellington Polytechnic
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1996Advanced Certificate at Wellington Polytechnic
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1996Advanced Certificate in TV & Video Production at Wellington Polytechnic
January 1, 1996 - August 8, 2025Advanced Certificate in TV & Video Production at Wellington Polytechnic
January 1, 1996 - August 13, 2025Advanced Certificate in TV & Video Production at Wellington Polytechnic
January 1, 1996 - September 2, 2025Advanced Certificate in TV & Video Production at Wellington Polytechnic
January 1, 1996 - September 10, 2025Advanced Certificate in TV & Video Production at Wellington Polytechnic
January 1, 1996 - September 10, 2025Advanced Certificate in TV & Video Production at Wellington Polytechnic
January 1, 1996 - September 10, 2025Advanced Certificate at Wellington Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1996Advanced Certificate in TV & Video Production at Wellington Polytechnic
January 1, 1996 - September 18, 2025Advanced Certificate in TV & Video Production at Wellington
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2025Advanced Certificate in TV & Video Production at Wellington Polytechnic
January 1, 1996 - December 9, 2025Advanced Certificate in TV & Video Production at Wellington Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2026Qualifications
Qantas Media Awards 2004 Finalist – Editing Current Affairs
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004Qantas Media Awards 2004 Winner – TELEVISION NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS CRAFT BEST EDITING CURRENT AFFAIRS
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004Qantas Media Awards 2004 Finalist - Editing Current Affairs 20/20, TV3
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004Qantas Media Awards 2004 Winner - TELEVISION NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS CRAFT Darryls Devils
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004CRAFT BEST EDITING CURRENT AFFAIRS - Tamara Finau-Moir 20/20, TV3
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004Advanced Certificate in TV & Video Production
January 1, 1996 - August 8, 2025Qantas Media Awards Finalist - Editing Current Affairs
January 1, 2004 - August 13, 2025Qantas Media Awards Winner - Television News & Current Affairs Craft Best Editing Current Affairs
January 1, 2004 - August 13, 2025Advanced Certificate in TV & Video Production
January 1, 1996 - September 2, 2025Qantas Media Award Finalist - Editing Current Affairs (20/20)
January 1, 2004 - September 10, 2025Qantas Media Awards - Finalist (Editing Current Affairs 20/20)
January 1, 2004 - September 18, 2025Qantas Media Awards - Winner (Television News & Current Affairs Craft)
January 1, 2004 - September 18, 2025Qantas Media Awards 2004 - Finalist (Editing Current Affairs 20/20)
January 1, 2004 - September 18, 2025Advanced Certificate in TV & Video Production
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2025Qantas Media Awards 2004 Finalist - Editing Current Affairs 20/20, TV3
January 1, 2004 - December 9, 2025Qantas Media Awards 2004 Winner - Television News & Current Affairs Craft
January 1, 2004 - December 9, 2025Qantas Media Awards - Finalist (Editing Current Affairs)
January 1, 2004 - January 11, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Government
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