I am a documentary editor and filmmaker with a passion for shaping raw footage into authentic human stories. I thrive on collaboration, thoughtful pacing, and delivering emotionally engaging narratives on time. I enjoy working with creative teams to craft visually compelling storytelling that feels honest and human, and I bring a calm, organized approach to every project.

Sadie Le Bas

I am a documentary editor and filmmaker with a passion for shaping raw footage into authentic human stories. I thrive on collaboration, thoughtful pacing, and delivering emotionally engaging narratives on time. I enjoy working with creative teams to craft visually compelling storytelling that feels honest and human, and I bring a calm, organized approach to every project.

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I am a documentary editor and filmmaker with a passion for shaping raw footage into authentic human stories. I thrive on collaboration, thoughtful pacing, and delivering emotionally engaging narratives on time.

I enjoy working with creative teams to craft visually compelling storytelling that feels honest and human, and I bring a calm, organized approach to every project.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Documentary Editor – Freelance at Disorderly Queue (Music Collective)
October 1, 2024 - Present
Edited a long-form documentary following the collective's process of creating their debut EP, shaping raw footage into a coherent, emotionally engaging narrative. Produced multiple short-form trailers and teasers for social media, increasing visibility and audience engagement. Collaborated closely with musicians and creative leads to ensure the story accurately reflected their artistic identity. Managed editing workflow, timelines, and feedback cycles to deliver revisions punctually. Used Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve across multi-format content.
Documentary Editor – Student Project at University of Sussex
September 1, 2022 - May 1, 2023
Edited a 15-minute student documentary, structuring interviews, verité footage, and archival material into a unified narrative. Responsible for full post-production pipeline: assembly edits, fine cuts, sound design, colour correction, and final export. Worked closely with a director and producer to refine story structure and emotional arc. Demonstrated strong organisation, maintaining editing schedules, file organisation, and meeting production deadlines.
Production Runner / Location Marshal at Lux Monkey Productions; Capital Productions; Optomen Television
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Supported production teams on fast-paced shoots, contributing to smooth logistics and communication across departments. Assisted with schedule coordination and on-set organisation, reinforcing reliability and adaptability. Gained hands-on understanding of professional workflows, time management, and collaborative production environments.

Education

BA (Hons) Filmmaking at University of Sussex
January 11, 2030 - May 5, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment