I am a creative and detail-oriented video editor with a passion for crafting compelling visual narratives. My background spans documentary, branded content, and social media. I thrive on collaborating with teams to bring stories to life, focusing on pacing, emotion, and effective storytelling. I am eager to explore opportunities in investigative and impact-driven projects.…

Tom Byrne

I am a creative and detail-oriented video editor with a passion for crafting compelling visual narratives. My background spans documentary, branded content, and social media. I thrive on collaborating with teams to bring stories to life, focusing on pacing, emotion, and effective storytelling. I am eager to explore opportunities in investigative and impact-driven projects.…

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I am a creative and detail-oriented video editor with a passion for crafting compelling visual narratives. My background spans documentary, branded content, and social media. I thrive on collaborating with teams to bring stories to life, focusing on pacing, emotion, and effective storytelling. I am eager to explore opportunities in investigative and impact-driven projects.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Video Editor + Technical Assistant at Magenta Films
December 31, 2023 - August 11, 2025
Edited raw footage into cohesive and visually appealing videos with seamless transitions, accurate pacing, and effective storytelling. Collaborated closely with clients, producers, and creative teams to meet commercial and client requirements. Functioned as technical assistant on set as a camera operator and data handler, providing support to producers and directors. Edited a wide range of video content including branded trailers, social campaigns, internal videos, and series.
Video Editor at WaterBear
January 1, 2021 - Present
Collaborated closely with creative directors, producers, and design teams to align edits with WaterBear’s brand identity and tone of voice. Pitched creative concepts and editing styles for sizzle reels, promos, and new formats (e.g., explainer series). Edited European Paralympics documentary, Red Bull BMX athlete montages, multiple film trailers, and a wide range of social content for WaterBear social channels.
Social Media Management, Videography, Photography at Kai Bottle and Shortcutz Film Festival (Personal)
December 31, 2021 - August 11, 2025
Captured photography and video content for social media channels at a weekly event. Managed social media channels and content creation to increase engagement and reach.
Personal Video Projects at Personal
January 1, 2023 - Present
Created 2 mini-documentary films using archival footage to tell stories of personal experiences.
Video Editor at Water Bear Social Media
May 1, 2023 - Present
Editing weekly social media content, branded trailers, and series for Water Bear's streaming platform. Created concepts and editing styles for reels, short‑form videos, and new formats; led post‑production tasks including rough cuts, color correction, and final polish.
Video Editor at Magenta Films
January 1, 2021 - October 6, 2025
Edited raw footage into cohesive and visually engaging videos with seamless transitions, accurate pacing, and clear storytelling. Collaborated with clients, producers, and the creative team to meet commercial and client requirements. Also served as steadicam assistant on set and supported on‑set data handling.
Video Editor + Technical Assistant at Magenta Films
January 1, 2023 - October 6, 2025
Edited footage into cohesive videos with clear pacing and storytelling. Supported on‑set as technical assistant, camera operator on select shoots, and on‑set data handling. Delivered branded trailers, social campaigns, internal videos, and series for Water Bear streaming platform, aligning edits with client requirements.
Video Editor at WaterBear
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
Edited a wide range of video content including branded trailers, social campaigns, internal videos, and series for the WaterBear streaming platform. Collaborated closely with creative directors and producers to align edits with brand identity. Pitched creative concepts for sizzle reels and promos.
Video Editor + Technical Assistant at Magenta Films
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Edited raw footage into cohesive videos ensuring seamless transitions and effective storytelling. Collaborated with clients and creative teams while also functioning as a technical assistant.
Videography / Photography at Shortcutz film festival + Personal
January 1, 2021 - Present
Capturing photography and video content for social media channels at a weekly event and creating mini-documentary films.
Video Editor - Freelance at Various
May 1, 2025 - Present
Worked across a range of commercial and editorial projects, editing trailers and campaigns.

Education

Bachelor at University College Dublin
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Master of Arts at University of Amsterdam
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor - English Literature and Film Studies at University College Dublin
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Master of Arts - Media Studies at University of Amsterdam
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor at University College Dublin
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Master Of Arts at University of Amsterdam
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services

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