Highly accomplished and meticulous freelance video producer, editor, and videographer with 26 years of broadcast journalism and digital agency experience, including a foundational career at the BBC. Expert at steering projects end-to-end—from initial creative pitch and concept through to filming, final editing, and delivery. Comfortable working under tight deadlines, managing production crews, and ensuring content meets the exact narrative needs of the client and audience. Skilled at turning complex, technical topics into concise, clear, and highly engaging digital video formats. Core Competencies: Content & Creative Execution: Expert in Adobe Premiere Pro; proficient in DaVinci Resolve (colour grading), After Effects, Photoshop and Audition. Production & Self-Shooting: Highly experienced self-shooter using professional Sony/Canon cameras. Experienced in multi-camera shoots and studio lighting setups. Audience Engagement & Formats: Skilled at tracking and utilising performance analytics data to evaluate video engagement, adjusting and refining future content planning accordingly. Project & Logistics Management: Adept in budgeting, kit procurement, and software licensing. Proven track record directing freelance crews on set and managing international production logistics. Stakeholder & Contributor Collaboration: Calm and professional when interviewing and directing high-profile VIP talent, business executives, external subject matter experts, and digital influencers.…

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Highly accomplished and meticulous freelance video producer, editor, and videographer with 26 years of broadcast journalism and digital agency experience, including a foundational career at the BBC. Expert at steering projects end-to-end—from initial creative pitch and concept through to filming, final editing, and delivery. Comfortable working under tight deadlines, managing production crews, and ensuring content meets the exact narrative needs of the client and audience. Skilled at turning complex, technical topics into concise, clear, and highly engaging digital video formats. Core Competencies: Content & Creative Execution: Expert in Adobe Premiere Pro; proficient in DaVinci Resolve (colour grading), After Effects, Photoshop and Audition. Production & Self-Shooting: Highly experienced self-shooter using professional Sony/Canon cameras. Experienced in multi-camera shoots and studio lighting setups. Audience Engagement & Formats: Skilled at tracking and utilising performance analytics data to evaluate video engagement, adjusting and refining future content planning accordingly. Project & Logistics Management: Adept in budgeting, kit procurement, and software licensing. Proven track record directing freelance crews on set and managing international production logistics. Stakeholder & Contributor Collaboration: Calm and professional when interviewing and directing high-profile VIP talent, business executives, external subject matter experts, and digital influencers.…

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Highly accomplished and meticulous freelance video producer, editor, and videographer with 26 years of broadcast journalism and digital agency experience, including a foundational career at the BBC. Expert at steering projects end-to-end—from initial creative pitch and concept through to filming, final editing, and delivery. Comfortable working under tight deadlines, managing production crews, and ensuring content meets the exact narrative needs of the client and audience. Skilled at turning complex, technical topics into concise, clear, and highly engaging digital video formats.

Core Competencies:
Content & Creative Execution: Expert in Adobe Premiere Pro; proficient in DaVinci Resolve (colour grading), After Effects, Photoshop and Audition.

Production & Self-Shooting: Highly experienced self-shooter using professional Sony/Canon cameras. Experienced in multi-camera shoots and studio lighting setups.

Audience Engagement & Formats: Skilled at tracking and utilising performance analytics data to evaluate video engagement, adjusting and refining future content planning accordingly.

Project & Logistics Management: Adept in budgeting, kit procurement, and software licensing. Proven track record directing freelance crews on set and managing international production logistics.

Stakeholder & Contributor Collaboration: Calm and professional when interviewing and directing high-profile VIP talent, business executives, external subject matter experts, and digital influencers.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance editor, producer & videographer at Self-employed
January 1, 2015 - Present
Freelance editor, producer and videographer responsible for end-to-end production on video, audio and multimedia projects for a range of clients, including major brand campaigns and BBC/corporate productions.
Assistant Producer at BBC Music TV
January 1, 2014 - June 1, 2014
Six-month attachment producing several documentaries for BBC 4 and BBC 2; gained experience in camera work and lighting.
Producer & Assistant Producer at BBC Radio 6 Music
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2015
Produced and assisted on a range of radio shows, including Shaun Keaveny and Lauren Laverne; also produced a variety of one-off shows and documentaries while at the station.
Broadcast journalist and producer at BBC Radio Northampton
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2009
Broadcast journalist and producer across a range of programmes; launched The Weekend local music show which became a catalyst for BBC introductions.
Trainee journalist and reporter at Local Northampton newspaper
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2002
Trainee journalist and reporter on a local Northamptonshire newspaper.

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
    Liverpool FC, AXA XL, Transmission

    Liverpool FC & AXA XL’s ‘Skills Are Skills’ campaign which aimed to show that all skills are transferable through a light-hearted training session featuring an AXA employee and Liverpool player Andrew Robertson.

    As well as the 16:9 ratio, I also cut 9:16 and 4:5 versions.

    My role was freelance Video Editor working for the production company Transmission.

    Casa Bothello. The New & Reclaimed Flooring Company

    Full service production for The New & Reclaimed Flooring Company

    This brand film profiles interior designer Joao Botelho and his incredible East London home.

    Rather than using talking head shots of Joao, we recorded his audio separately and then shot Joao in and around his home to make sure the focus was fully on the interior design.

    Tim Stewart: A Day In The Life

    Video edit for Vertex Guitar Pedals showing A Day In The Life with session guitarist Tim Stewart. The guitarist talks about all things touring, sessions, gear, and family.