Patrick Rooney

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Hi, I’m Patrick Rooney. I’m an award-winning freelance filmmaker and videographer based in Glasgow, Scotland.

About

Hi, I’m Patrick Rooney. I’m an award-winning freelance filmmaker and videographer based in Glasgow, Scotland. I specialise in high-quality, professional video production for international clients and organisations, creating promotional videos, documentaries, social media content and feature films that have been selected for multiple international film festivals.

I’m comfortable travelling worldwide and working remotely. I’ve collaborated with brands and crews including Seabourn, Oxfam, Funktion-One, Help Musicians Scotland, and Grammy-winning artist Martin Taylor MBE, and I’m passionate about art, the natural world, and community.

  • 10 years' experience
  • Joined March 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment

Work experience· 6 roles

Expedition Videographer · SeabournJan 2023 – Dec 2024 · 2 yrs

Filming, editing and completing a 20+ minute documentary-style video for each voyage onboard Seabourn’s expedition ships Venture and Pursuit. Operating multiple camera systems, including the GSS, submarine camera, as well as certified drone operation in remote areas, such as Antarctica, the Amazon, and many others. Experienced in tough weather conditions, filming wildlife, meeting tight deadlines, and driving zodiacs/powerboats.

Video Editor · Plum Films (for BBC)Mar 2022 – Sep 2022 · 7 mos

Editor on Roots and Fruits, a CBeebies animated TV show, editing animatics for 26 episodes, creating templates to direct the animation team in how they animate assets for each episode, and establishing an efficient editing workflow.

Location Marshall · Warner Bros.Jan 2022 – Apr 2022 · 4 mos

Location Marshall on a large-scale feature film, coordinating in outdoor locations, liaising with multiple departments, driving large vehicles to transport equipment and props, and ensuring clear communication among crew and with the public.

Assistant Floor Manager · Nemeton TV for BBC AlbaAug 2018 – May 2021 · 2 yrs 10 mos
Freelance Director/Filmmaker · DEAR FRIEND FilmsJul 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 5 mos
Assistant Cameraman and Editor · Coulson & TennantSep 2016 – Aug 2021 · 5 yrs

Education

BA Hons Digital Filmmaking · SAE Institute2015 – 2017
HND Contemporary Art Practice · Perth College2013 – 2015

Certifications and awards

Certified commercial drone operator2030 – 2026
RYA Powerboat Level 22030 – 2026
PADI Open Water Diver2030 – 2026

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