I'm a documentary filmmaker and video editor based in Edinburgh, with an MA in Film Directing. I specialize in non-fiction storytelling and have independently produced and directed multiple short documentaries from concept to final cut. A disciplined preditor (producer-editor), I combine technical proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite and camera operation with the logistical reliability gained from international administrative roles. Bilingual in Mandarin and English, I am adept at crafting engaging narratives under real-world constraints and collaborating with audio specialists to enhance sound design, color grading, and overall narrative immersion.

Churui Tu

I'm a documentary filmmaker and video editor based in Edinburgh, with an MA in Film Directing. I specialize in non-fiction storytelling and have independently produced and directed multiple short documentaries from concept to final cut. A disciplined preditor (producer-editor), I combine technical proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite and camera operation with the logistical reliability gained from international administrative roles. Bilingual in Mandarin and English, I am adept at crafting engaging narratives under real-world constraints and collaborating with audio specialists to enhance sound design, color grading, and overall narrative immersion.

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I’m a documentary filmmaker and video editor based in Edinburgh, with an MA in Film Directing. I specialize in non-fiction storytelling and have independently produced and directed multiple short documentaries from concept to final cut. A disciplined preditor (producer-editor), I combine technical proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite and camera operation with the logistical reliability gained from international administrative roles.

Bilingual in Mandarin and English, I am adept at crafting engaging narratives under real-world constraints and collaborating with audio specialists to enhance sound design, color grading, and overall narrative immersion.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Personal Assistant (remote, full-time) at KBC Immobilien GmbH
October 1, 2023 - August 1, 2024
Built and improved structured workflows using Notion across recruitment, finance and team coordination processes, supporting task tracking, documentation and overall organisation of work. Managed day-to-day communication and coordination with clients, handling requests and following up on issues to ensure work progressed smoothly. Supported administrative and financial processes, including bank reconciliation, rent tracking and preparing documentation for tax reporting, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
Intern (full-time) at Nanjing Bolan Art Design Co.,Ltd
July 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
Supported on-site execution of commercial shoots, assisting with coordination and ensuring smooth workflow. Assisted with pre-production preparation, including research, material organisation and interview preparation.
Personal Assistant at KBC Immobilien GmbH
October 1, 2023 - August 1, 2024
Streamlined communication to accelerate project sign-offs and feedback loops, reducing turnaround time. Collaborated on content strategy by conducting competitor benchmarking to guide topic selection. Defined video editing directives and visual standards, ensuring consistent brand identity across digital channels. Designed and implemented digital tracking systems to manage project timelines across time zones, ensuring on-time delivery of deliverables in a high-paced environment.
Photography Assistant Intern at Nanjing Bolan Art Design Co., Ltd
July 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
Assisted the production crew with on-set logistics (lighting, equipment setup) and executed basic edits using Premiere Pro to support daily shooting schedules. Conducted background research to assist senior producers with interview scripts, ensuring the creative team had accurate information for storytelling.

Education

MA Film Directing (Merit) at University of Edinburgh, UK
September 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025
BA Video Production (Merit) at Jiangsu Normal University, China
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2022
MA in Film Directing at University of Edinburgh, UK
September 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025
BA in Video Production (Merit) at Jiangsu Normal University, China
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2022

Qualifications

Merit - MA in Film Directing
September 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025
Merit - BA in Video Production
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2022

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education