I am a multi-skilled digital video editor & content producer with 15 years’ experience managing social media and audio & video production. I have a successful track record of editing quality social first video for a range of long & short-form content across accounts for brands such as Netflix, Sky, YouTube & Google, King, BBC, and more. With a multimedia journalism background (BJTC accredited) I have a diverse range of skills with experience in digital storytelling; shooting & editing online audio & video; leading on video brand design for campaigns & projects; scripting, storyboarding, and copywriting; creating social media campaigns; organic social community management; client communications; audience analysis & reporting; and talent handling. I am accomplished in Adobe Premiere Pro & Audition with experience in After Effects. I am hardworking and ambitious, with strong leadership skills and I can work well in any team.

James Hood

I am a multi-skilled digital video editor & content producer with 15 years’ experience managing social media and audio & video production. I have a successful track record of editing quality social first video for a range of long & short-form content across accounts for brands such as Netflix, Sky, YouTube & Google, King, BBC, and more. With a multimedia journalism background (BJTC accredited) I have a diverse range of skills with experience in digital storytelling; shooting & editing online audio & video; leading on video brand design for campaigns & projects; scripting, storyboarding, and copywriting; creating social media campaigns; organic social community management; client communications; audience analysis & reporting; and talent handling. I am accomplished in Adobe Premiere Pro & Audition with experience in After Effects. I am hardworking and ambitious, with strong leadership skills and I can work well in any team.

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I am a multi-skilled digital video editor & content producer with 15 years’ experience managing social media and audio & video production. I have a successful track record of editing quality social first video for a range of long & short-form content across accounts for brands such as Netflix, Sky, YouTube & Google, King, BBC, and more. With a multimedia journalism background (BJTC accredited) I have a diverse range of skills with experience in digital storytelling; shooting & editing online audio & video; leading on video brand design for campaigns & projects; scripting, storyboarding, and copywriting; creating social media campaigns; organic social community management; client communications; audience analysis & reporting; and talent handling. I am accomplished in Adobe Premiere Pro & Audition with experience in After Effects. I am hardworking and ambitious, with strong leadership skills and I can work well in any team.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Video Editor at Jellyfish
January 1, 2021 - Present
Edit premium, social-first and campaign-driven content for major entertainment clients. Transform raw footage into polished brand visuals, from product stories to narrative-led edits. Lead colour grading for consistency, premium tone across campaigns. Build clean, intentional edits with minimal reliance on heavy captioning or hyper-editing. Shape narrative from incomplete or varied source footage. Edit trailers, brand spots, live stream cutdowns, and paid social assets. Collaborate with creative, brand, and studio teams across pre-production, scripting, and design. Ensure content aligns with brand guidelines and is delivered cleanly for localization.
Producer at Social Life
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Developed and led the social presence of major entertainment brands. Directed and produced social-first video content from concept to delivery. Identified emotional and standout moments within footage to elevate edits. Adapted creative for tone, culture, humor, and platform context. Analyzed performance and audience behaviour to guide creative strategy.
Assistant Producer / Editor at BBC Sport
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Produced and edited digital video content including features, emotional profiles, highlights, and social-first stories. Created compelling narrative-led pieces for mobile, web, connected TV, and social. Edited under tight deadlines while maintaining visual polish. Captured and shaped human, humorous, and meaningful moments.

Education

BA (Hons) Broadcast Journalism at Staffordshire University
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

Apple Certified Pro – Final Cut Pro (Level Two)
January 11, 2030 - December 4, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services