Creative freelance videographer/editor and motion graphics designer with 25 years in the broadcast industry. Experienced across shooting, editing, post-production and technical broadcast workflows, with strong ability to adapt to new technology and changing formats. Confident working with directors, producers, creatives and art directors—turning briefs, scripts and storyboards into compelling visual storytelling. Fully proficient across Mac and Adobe/Final Cut/After Effects toolsets, with capabilities spanning motion graphics, retouching and grading, plus strong technical knowledge for TV delivery standards.

Jason Yardley

Creative freelance videographer/editor and motion graphics designer with 25 years in the broadcast industry. Experienced across shooting, editing, post-production and technical broadcast workflows, with strong ability to adapt to new technology and changing formats. Confident working with directors, producers, creatives and art directors—turning briefs, scripts and storyboards into compelling visual storytelling. Fully proficient across Mac and Adobe/Final Cut/After Effects toolsets, with capabilities spanning motion graphics, retouching and grading, plus strong technical knowledge for TV delivery standards.

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Creative freelance videographer/editor and motion graphics designer with 25 years in the broadcast industry. Experienced across shooting, editing, post-production and technical broadcast workflows, with strong ability to adapt to new technology and changing formats.

Confident working with directors, producers, creatives and art directors—turning briefs, scripts and storyboards into compelling visual storytelling. Fully proficient across Mac and Adobe/Final Cut/After Effects toolsets, with capabilities spanning motion graphics, retouching and grading, plus strong technical knowledge for TV delivery standards.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Documentary / Campaign Projects (selected)
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2023
Worked on multiple self-led and client projects including: Perfecto Records documentary (Paul Oakenfold) and Heaven Night Club documentary (lockdown project; co-wrote/co-produced/shot/edited/motion graphics/graded). Additional work includes virtual-studio editing and graphics, front titles for Discovery Channel, RX rally coverage and web/programme deliverables, and sports broadcasting graphics for Sky Sports/Eurosport/ITV4 and other clients. Also produced onboard graphics assets (e.g., Red Bull Air Race with Garmin) and motion graphics for IOC cricket and Rugby programmes.
Documentary Filmmaker / Editor at Perfecto Records
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2023
Produced a fifty-minute documentary on Perfecto Records and Paul Oakenfold, tracing the label's history from its 1986 origins to a global brand; involved in shooting, editing and post-production work across the project.
Freelance Videographer / Editor / Motion Graphics Designer
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2020
Shot and edited events across the UK and Europe using personal camera equipment (Panasonic GH5, Sony A7III, Panasonic S5). Created graphics for a wide range of clients and productions, covering end-to-end post-production tasks including shooting, editing, motion graphics, grading, and retouching. Delivered content for brands and organisations including Crown Estates, Endemol, IMG, Vodafone, McLaren Mercedes, Honda Racing Team, FIM/FIM Speedway, Aurora Media, Ford, Artifex, Red Bull, Daily Mail, Formula E, and football clubs including Leeds.
Animation / Motion Graphics Editor (frequent) at MGV
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2005
Worked in animation, motion graphics, animatics, commercials and mood reels. Developed animation and graphic composition skills using Photoshop, Illustrator and After Effects. Enhanced editing system knowledge using Media 100, Quantel Editbox and Final Cut Pro / Premiere Pro, supporting production workflows for commercial and broadcast deliverables.
Motion Graphics / Animation / Editor at MGV
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2005
Produced animation, motion graphics, animatics, commercials, and mood reels. Developed animation and graphic composition skills using Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects. Worked across multiple editing and workflow systems including Media 100, Quantel Editbox, Final Cut Pro, and Premiere Pro, strengthening overall editing systems knowledge.
Runner / Assistant Video Editor at VIDEOLA
September 1, 1984 - January 1, 2000
Began as a runner and progressed to assistant video editor, handling VTR line-up, transferring material between formats, and organising tape stock. Responsible for design and update of the edit suite (component Beta SP) under supervision. Edited a wide range of material including animatics, pop promos, commercials, documentaries, mood reels, and TV series using Avid and Lightworks, then finishing in the Beta SP edit suite. Worked with high-profile clients including Discovery Channel, cutting down documentaries, title sequences, and repackaging programmes for the UK market.

Education

O Levels / CSEs at Ramsden School for Boys
January 1, 1977 - January 1, 1983
Foundation Course at London College of Printing
January 1, 1983 - January 1, 1984
VTR Technology / Avid Media Composer training at Ravensbourne College of Design & Communication
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1986
Course in VTR Technology / Avid Media Composer training at School of Television and Broadcasting
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998
Photoshop Training Course at Cavendish College
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997
O Levels (3) and CSEs (3) at Ramsden School for Boys
January 1, 1977 - January 1, 1983
Foundation Course (Printing) at London College of Printing
January 1, 1983 - January 1, 1984
Design & Communication (school/college) at Ravensbourne College of Design & Communication
January 1, 1986 - August 2, 2026
Course in VTR Technology / TV line-up & broadcast equipment training at School of Television and Broadcasting
January 11, 2030 - August 2, 2026
Avid Media Composer intensive training at C (institution not specified)
January 11, 2030 - August 2, 2026
Photoshop Training Course at Cavendish College
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998
at Ramsden School for Boys
January 1, 1977 - December 31, 1983
Foundation Course (Printing) at London College of Printing
January 1, 1983 - December 31, 1984
at Ravensbourne College of Design & Communication
January 1, 1986 - December 31, 1986
at School of Television and Broadcasting
January 1, 1986 - December 31, 1998
Avid Media Composer training at Cavendish College (listed training course)
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997
Photoshop Training Course at Cavendish College
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1998

Qualifications

VTR Technology course (PAL signal/vector/waveform monitoring; TV line-up)
January 11, 2030 - August 2, 2026
Avid Media Composer training
January 11, 2030 - August 2, 2026
Photoshop training course
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998
VTR Technology course (broadcast signal, vector & waveform monitoring; TV line-up; broadcast equipment)
January 11, 2030 - August 2, 2026
Intensive Avid Media Composer course (setup, digitising, editing, track laying)
January 11, 2030 - August 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Computers & Electronics, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services