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Hi, I’m Suraj Pandya, a social-first videographer, editor and photographer based in the UK. I bring a background in film production and digital content creation to plan, shoot, and edit engaging short-form video designed for TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts.
I excel at fast-paced edits with strong hooks and captions, delivering platform-optimised storytelling for mobile audiences. I’m comfortable filming with professional cameras and mobile devices and I pride myself on delivering high-quality social content quickly.
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Work Experience
Video Editor and Head of Videographers at Rainbow Sky
October 31, 2023 - September 23, 2025Led brainstorming sessions and developed innovative concept ideas for promotional videos. Conducted pre-production planning including location scouting and resource allocation. Collaborated with videographers and photographers to align creative direction and technical execution. Produced engaging short video clips for social media platforms, driving brand visibility and online engagement. Coordinated with the design team to integrate video content with design elements for a cohesive brand image.
Video Editor at Modern Jumbies (Fashion Film)
April 30, 2023 - September 23, 2025Collaborated with the director to discuss editing style, analyzed the script, and understood the director’s vision. Provided input on storytelling through editing techniques. Created drafts showcasing different edits, organized footage, selected best shots, and applied techniques to explore multiple narrative approaches.
Freelance Photographer and Video Editor at Self-employed / Freelance
November 30, 2023 - September 23, 2025Provided behind-the-scenes photography for a fashion film on a two-day shoot. Developed creative concepts for promotional videos and managed projects from planning to post-production. Collaborated with clients to ensure alignment of creative vision and technical execution. Produced engaging content for social platforms to drive brand visibility and engagement.
Customer Services Assistant at Boots
October 1, 2021 - PresentProvided exceptional customer service, assisting customers with inquiries and resolving issues. Managed cash transactions, processed payments, and maintained accurate financial records. Conducted regular inventory checks and managed stock levels. Coordinated and executed deliveries, ensuring timely and accurate distribution.
Customer Services Assistant at Tesco
October 31, 2021 - September 23, 2025Delivered high-quality customer service, assisting with customer inquiries and resolving issues. Accurately processed cash transactions and maintained financial records. Conducted inventory checks, managed stock levels, and assisted with restocking. Coordinated delivery schedules to ensure timely and accurate product distribution.
Customer Services Assistant at Legoland Windsor
August 31, 2018 - September 23, 2025Provided administrative support by welcoming guests, answering questions, and resolving issues. Operated cash registers, processed ticket sales, and managed financial transactions. Assisted with the creation and registration process for annual passes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
Photographer (Freelance) at House of Brands (Fashion Film)
November 1, 2023 - PresentBehind-the-scenes photography for a Fashion Film on a two-day shoot.
Video Editor and Head of Videographers at Rainbow Sky
October 31, 2023 - September 23, 2025Led brainstorming and developed innovative concept ideas for promotional videos, pre-production planning, including location scouting and resources, ensuring seamless execution of the creative vision. Worked closely with videographers and photographers to ensure alignment of creative direction and technical execution, effective collaboration, communication, and teamwork in the production team. Produced engaging short video clips tailored for various social media platforms, driving increased brand visibility and online engagement and optimize content reach. Coordinated with the design team to seamlessly integrate video content with innovative design elements, ensuring alignment of visual aesthetics working alongside marketing for a cohesive brand image.
Video Editor at Modern Jumbies (Fashion Film)
April 30, 2023 - September 23, 2025Collaborated with the director to discuss the desired editing style, from analysing the script, understanding the director’s vision, to providing input on how to enhance storytelling through editing techniques. Worked closely with the director to understand their creative vision and translate it into the editing process, involving regular communication, receiving feedback on edits, and making suggested adjustments. Created drafts to show different edits for the film, by organizing and structuring footage, selecting the best shots, and applying editing techniques to showcase different narrative approaches.
Photographer at Roots and Branches
June 30, 2022 - September 23, 2025Gained an understanding of the rehearsal process by unobtrusively familiarizing myself with the play/performance including its themes, key scenes, and characters, allowing me to anticipate significant moments such as actors’ emotions, movements and interactions and capture them effectively.
Customer Services Assistant at Boots
October 1, 2021 - PresentProvided exceptional customer service, assisting customers with their inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring a positive shopping experience. Accurately handled cash transactions, processed payments, and maintained cash registers. Conducted regular inventory checks, monitored stock levels, and assisted with restocking shelves to ensure product availability. Assisted with the coordination and execution of deliveries, ensuring timely and accurate distribution. Managed a small team during the busy Christmas period to ensure timely and accurate fulfilment of customer online orders. Coordinated daily tasks and schedules to maximize efficiency and meet order deadlines.
Customer Services Assistant at Tesco
October 1, 2021 - September 23, 2025Provided exceptional customer service, assisting customers with their inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring a positive shopping experience. Accurately handled cash transactions, processed payments, and maintained cash registers. Conducted regular inventory checks, monitored stock levels, and assisted with restocking shelves to ensure product availability. Assisted with the coordination and execution of deliveries, ensuring timely and accurate distribution.
Customer Services Assistant at Legoland Windsor
August 1, 2018 - September 23, 2025Provided excellent customer service by welcoming guests, answering questions, and resolving issues to enhance their overall experience. Operated cash registers, processed tickets sales and accurately and efficiently managed transactions. Assisted guests with inquiries, directions, and general information about the park, ensuring their satisfaction and enjoyment. Administered the creation and registration process for annual passes, ensuring accuracy and helping guests throughout the process.
Freelance Videographer & Video Editor at Self-Employed
November 1, 2023 - PresentPlan, shoot and edit video content for creative and promotional projects. Produce social-first content optimised for TikTok and Instagram Reels. Manage projects from concept through filming and post-production. Deliver engaging edits with strong pacing and storytelling.
Video Editor & Head of Videographers at Rainbow Sky
September 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023Led creative ideation for social-first video campaigns. Planned and filmed vertical social media content. Edited high-energy short-form videos for TikTok and Instagram Reels.
Video Editor at Modern Jumbies Fashion Film
April 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023Collaborated with the director to shape pacing and narrative. Produced short-form promotional cut-downs for social media.
Education
BA Hons in Film Production at Southampton Solent University
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2023BA Hons (2:ii) in Film Production at Southampton Solent University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023BA (Hons) Film Production – 2:1 at Southampton Solent University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Retail
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