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I'm Scott McDonald, a podcast and video producer with a track record of owning productions end-to-end—from development through to edit and delivery. I shape interview-led formats for digital audiences and have a strong focus on YouTube performance, audience behavior, and content growth. I’ve led talent-driven content across podcasts, YouTube and social platforms, managed creator partnerships from briefing through delivery, and delivered high-quality long-form assets and short-form cuts. I thrive on storytelling, editorial standards, and using analytics to drive impact.…I'm Scott McDonald, a podcast and video producer with a track record of owning productions end-to-end—from development through to edit and delivery. I shape interview-led formats for digital audiences and have a strong focus on YouTube performance, audience behavior, and content growth. I’ve led talent-driven content across podcasts, YouTube and social platforms, managed creator partnerships from briefing through delivery, and delivered high-quality long-form assets and short-form cuts. I thrive on storytelling, editorial standards, and using analytics to drive impact.

Scott McDonald

Podcast Producer, Podcast Editor, Content Producer, +5

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I'm Scott McDonald, a podcast and video producer with a track record of owning productions end-to-end—from development through to edit and delivery. I shape interview-led formats for digital audiences and have a strong focus on YouTube performance, audience behavior, and content growth. I’ve led talent-driven content across podcasts, YouTube and social platforms, managed creator partnerships from briefing through delivery, and delivered high-quality long-form assets and short-form cuts. I thrive on storytelling, editorial standards, and using analytics to drive impact.…I'm Scott McDonald, a podcast and video producer with a track record of owning productions end-to-end—from development through to edit and delivery. I shape interview-led formats for digital audiences and have a strong focus on YouTube performance, audience behavior, and content growth. I’ve led talent-driven content across podcasts, YouTube and social platforms, managed creator partnerships from briefing through delivery, and delivered high-quality long-form assets and short-form cuts. I thrive on storytelling, editorial standards, and using analytics to drive impact.

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I’m Scott McDonald, a podcast and video producer with a track record of owning productions end-to-end—from development through to edit and delivery. I shape interview-led formats for digital audiences and have a strong focus on YouTube performance, audience behavior, and content growth.

I’ve led talent-driven content across podcasts, YouTube and social platforms, managed creator partnerships from briefing through delivery, and delivered high-quality long-form assets and short-form cuts. I thrive on storytelling, editorial standards, and using analytics to drive impact.

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Work Experience

Podcast Series Producer at Legasee Educational Trust

January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025

Led the full production cycle from concept to final delivery of The Veterans Voice, a four-part narrative interview podcast; defined editorial vision, tone, and structure; conducted extensive historical, archival, and contributor research; created narration scripts and narrative edits; oversaw rough cuts and collaborated with editors and sound designers; fact-checked content and coordinated recordings, research documentation, and delivery schedules; acted as primary editorial contact guiding feedback, revisions, and approvals through to release.

Edit Producer at Windfall Films / Channel 4

July 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Recent editorial & production work delivering editorial solutions under tight deadlines; applied strong editorial judgement to clarify complex backstories and maintain tone across multiple episodes; contributed to script development, research, and post-production processes.

Development Producer at BFI

April 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024

Developed an original social-history feature documentary from concept to treatment; conducted in-depth research, wrote treatment, and shaped editorial approach; booked and prepped contributors, developing access strategies and interview approaches.

Edit Producer at Freelance / Various

January 1, 2018 - March 31, 2024

Freelance edit producer focusing on interview-led, research-heavy storytelling — translating complex material into clear, engaging narratives for specialist and mainstream audiences. Worked on Renovation Nation (True North / Channel 4, 2024); Rich House, Poor House (Emporium/Channel 5, 2023); Who Do You Think You Are? (Warner Bros / SBS, 2021); Luxe Listings Sydney (Eureka / Amazon Prime, 2020).

Series Producer at IFA Media

January 1, 2016 - November 30, 2017

Senior, client-facing role leading the development & delivery of branded content for international clients. Responsibilities included creative strategy, scripting, contributor management, and post-production delivery across multiple platforms. Key projects included United Overseas Bank campaigns, Singapore Airlines: Nat Geo documentary, Subaru branded content, and PETRONAS Megastructures Nat Geo doc.

Senior Producer at Transparent Television

July 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015

Planned, wrote interview prep sheets, and conducted contributor interviews across two broadcast factual projects, with emphasis on story development. Worked on Celebrity Botched Up Bodies (Channel 5, 2016) and MOBO: Paving The Way (ITV2, 2015), including VO writing and archiving master interview work.

Development Producer at Renegade Pictures

August 1, 2011 - July 31, 2015

Developed and produced multiple talent-led factual series to commission. Responsibilities included idea generation, in-depth research, proposal writing, and sourcing contributors ranging from experts to high-profile talent. Key project: Drugs Live: Cannabis for Channel 4 (2015); programme trended worldwide on social.

Talent Manager at The Prominence Collective

February 1, 2025 - July 31, 2025

Managed and supported a roster of digital creators and podcast talent, developing positioning and growth opportunities; collaborated with established podcast voices and emerging creators to align with creative goals and audience engagement; primary point of contact for communications and relationships.

Podcast & Digital Producer at People of Prominence

February 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025

Client-facing role producing branded podcasts & creator-led content across multiple campaigns. Primary client contact, managing communication & delivery across podcast projects. Led editorial planning calls with hosts & clients to shape episode themes & positioning. Managed recording logistics, schedules & contributor coordination across productions. Balanced multiple client projects simultaneously within remote workflow. Supported negotiation of deliverables, timelines & production scope. Maintained clear communication across clients, hosts & collaborators.

Edit Producer

January 1, 2018 - Present

Delivering interview-led factual, branded & digital content across broadcast & online platforms often across global teams. Extract key narrative beats from raw material to build clear episode arcs. Developed editorial structure & narrative scripts from interview recordings. Write scripts & direct voiceover recording sessions. Brief editors & reviewed cuts to guide post-production decisions. Manage multiple productions simultaneously to tight schedules. Created promotional assets & short-form clips for digital platforms. Wrote narration, episode descriptions & release copy across factual & branded content. Brief & oversee GFX to enhance clarity & engagement. Edit using Adobe Premiere, Descript & Avid.

Senior Branded Content Producer at IFA Media

January 1, 2016 - November 1, 2017

Creative lead across branded & editorial productions, working directly with commercial partners from development through delivery. Led creative development from initial brief through production & final delivery. Primary client contact, shaping narrative, messaging & format with brand partners. Managed end-to-end production across video, documentary & digital content. Directed shoots on location, booking, briefing and directing talent & contributors. Oversaw post-production workflows & platform-specific deliverables. Delivered long-form content alongside social & vertical cutdowns. Worked closely with clients to ensure content aligned with brand & audience goals. Managed timelines, feedback & approvals through to release.

Senior Edit Producer at Freelance

January 1, 2018 - Present

Lead edit producer shaping narrative & editorial structure across factual, documentary & digital content for broadcast, streaming, YouTube & social platforms; Built narrative from rushes, archive & interviews; Produced long-form video and reversioned content into short-form social assets; Delivered content tailored to YouTube & social platforms, optimising for retention & engagement; Collaborated with producers, talent, & editors to shape story & tone; Worked across multiple projects simultaneously, delivering to tight deadlines; Ensured compliance with UK libel, copyright & editorial standards.

Senior Producer at IFA Media

January 1, 2016 - November 1, 2017

Creative lead across multi-platform branded documentary & digital productions, working with commercial partners from development through delivery; Led creative development from concept to delivery across broadcast & digital content; Shaped narrative, format & messaging with brand partners to align with audience & platform strategy; Managed end-to-end production, including directing shoots & producing talent; Oversaw post-production workflows, ensuring high-quality delivery across long-form & social content.

Senior Producer at Renegade Pictures

January 1, 2011 - December 1, 2015

Developed & delivered talent-led factual & documentary series from concept through production, working closely with presenters, experts & contributors to shape editorial storytelling. Selected projects included Drugs Live: Cannabis (Channel 4) and World’s Most Dangerous Roads (BBC2).