I’m a senior video editor with 20 years of experience across broadcast, agency, and freelance branded content. I’ve led edits for brand films, commercials, and social cutdowns, blending storytelling with scalable production workflows that keep CI on point. I’m fluent in integrating AI-assisted tools (Runway, Suno, Nano Banana) to accelerate music creation, asset generation, and post workflows, while also delivering CI-compliant master files for multi-platform distribution. Across NL, UK, and IE, I’ve built and maintained multi-year retainers, mentored editors, and standardized output standards to meet complex brand guidelines at scale. I enjoy collaborating with directors and marketing teams to craft consistent visual identities that perform across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, while keeping production efficient and creative.…

Pierré Buys

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I’m a senior video editor with 20 years of experience across broadcast, agency, and freelance branded content. I’ve led edits for brand films, commercials, and social cutdowns, blending storytelling with scalable production workflows that keep CI on point. I’m fluent in integrating AI-assisted tools (Runway, Suno, Nano Banana) to accelerate music creation, asset generation, and post workflows, while also delivering CI-compliant master files for multi-platform distribution. Across NL, UK, and IE, I’ve built and maintained multi-year retainers, mentored editors, and standardized output standards to meet complex brand guidelines at scale. I enjoy collaborating with directors and marketing teams to craft consistent visual identities that perform across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, while keeping production efficient and creative.…

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I’m a senior video editor with 20 years of experience across broadcast, agency, and freelance branded content. I’ve led edits for brand films, commercials, and social cutdowns, blending storytelling with scalable production workflows that keep CI on point. I’m fluent in integrating AI-assisted tools (Runway, Suno, Nano Banana) to accelerate music creation, asset generation, and post workflows, while also delivering CI-compliant master files for multi-platform distribution.

Across NL, UK, and IE, I’ve built and maintained multi-year retainers, mentored editors, and standardized output standards to meet complex brand guidelines at scale. I enjoy collaborating with directors and marketing teams to craft consistent visual identities that perform across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, while keeping production efficient and creative.

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Language

Afrikaans
Fluent
English
Fluent
Dutch
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Brand Video Editor at Pierre Buys
February 1, 2025 - Present
Edit short- and long-form brand, social, and ad content in Premiere Pro and After Effects, with DaVinci Resolve grading and platform-optimised masters for TikTok, Reels, Shorts, and YouTube. Deliver corporate video work for Belden and Parker Hannifin via Jigsaw Marketing, and direct brand work for Semrush and Google. Integrate Runway, Suno, and Nano Banana into production to accelerate music creation, asset generation, and post-production turnaround. Manage Frame.io review cycles, encoding, deliverable specs, and broadcast masters for cross-platform delivery.
Video Editor at F111 Videocommunicatie
January 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Edited internal communication videos for Nationale Spoorwegen (NS) and KPN, working to Dutch corporate brand standards. Collaborated with in-house producers and creative leads on edit structure, pacing, and CI delivery. Produced platform-optimised masters from rushes through to final delivery, including motion graphics and sound design. Worked across Premiere Pro and After Effects with round-tripping for graphics-heavy sequences.
Video Editor & Videographer at Calisthenics Family
May 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Owned long- and short-form video output, delivering 1 long-form video per month and 2 short-form pieces per week across 8 months. Contributed to YouTube subscriber growth from 347,000 to 390,000 and supported fitness app subscription conversions. Developed a consistent visual and audio style across formats for recognisable presence on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok; aligned edits with marketing goals and platform specifications.
Video Editor & Content Partner at Psyflix
April 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023
Turned complex psychological topics into concise visual narratives through edit structure, pacing, and sound design. Created human, accessible content that supported audience engagement without feeling clinical. Delivered platform-optimised masters across long- and short-form.
Brand Video Partner at Leadoo Groep (hire.nl, Documentaal, Fitnessapparatuur.nl)
October 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023
Translated multiple brand messages into structured video content, maintaining CI across hire.nl, Documentaal, and Fitnessapparatuur.nl. Adapted content across formats and platforms while keeping tone and quality consistent. Supported marketing teams by aligning video output with campaign goals and managing assets and versioning for repeatable workflows.
Senior Video Editor at Pierre Buys Films
January 1, 2019 - September 1, 2022
End-to-end freelance editing, motion graphics, and design across brand, corporate, and social work. Reviewed raw material and collaborated with directors to deliver masters that met briefs and CI guidelines. Handled round-tripping between After Effects and Premiere Pro and prepared deliverables to broadcast and social specifications. Produced concept and spec work for Airbnb, Ducati, and Columbia Sportswear at agency-equivalent quality.
Senior Video Editor at Brand Republic SA
March 1, 2016 - December 1, 2018
Edited inserts for TV shows Nation in Conversation and Landbouweekliks, plus corporate work for DSTV, AFGRI, and John Deere, sustaining 2 shows per month at peak. Created After Effects animations, logo builds, and .mogrt toolkits that standardised client video output and protected CI across the team. Performed round-tripping to Premiere Pro and rendered assets for wider production pipelines; contributed to onboarding and quality standards.

Education

Business Studies at Upington College
December 1, 1997 - December 1, 1998
Diploma at Intec College / ICG
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026

Qualifications

The Go-To Editor 4.0
August 1, 2023 - June 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Government
    Columbia Sportswear


    Columbia Sportswear needed a branded commercial that showcased their gear in real outdoor conditions. The focus was on performance, durability, and authentic use, not studio-lit product shots. They wanted something that felt grounded and physical, the kind of video that makes you want to get outside.
    My Approach
    I worked from raw outdoor footage shot across multiple locations. The edit was built around product moments: gear in motion, texture close-ups, environmental context. I structured the pacing to let each shot breathe while keeping the energy moving forward.
    Color grading was done in DaVinci Resolve to pull out the natural tones of the landscape and make the Columbia gear pop without looking over-processed. Sound design layered ambient outdoor audio with a music bed that matched the energy of the visuals.
    The Result
    Delivered a final cut ready for social and web distribution. The commercial balances brand storytelling with product visibility, giving Columbia a piece that works as both a brand film and a product showcase. Final grade, sound mix, and multiple aspect ratio exports included.

    Opentext Core Signature
    “I created an OpenText Core Signature video using stock footage and custom After Effects animations, designed to highlight the target audience and demonstrate how the product simplifies project workflows.” video videoeditor…
    Airbnb Bali: Escape to Paradise

    Step into the dreamlike beauty of Bali with this stunning Airbnb-inspired spec advert! Crafted entirely by freelance video editor and brand video specialist Pierre Buys, this video highlights the essence of wanderlust and connection that Airbnb embodies.

    From scripting and directing to editing, sound design, and custom music composition, this project is a tribute to storytelling and creative craft. Perfect for businesses seeking high-quality branded content, Pierre’s expertise shines through every frame, beat, and transition.

    📌 Looking for an expert to bring your brand to life? Get in touch with Pierre Buys for professional video editing that inspires action!

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