Who IS BAZZ?
With over 30 years’ experience in broadcast journalism at the BBC, I bring editorial judgement, technical expertise, and storytelling craft to professional video editing.
Before going freelance, I worked across BBC News and Current Affairs, producing content for the BBC News at One, Six and Ten, as well as flagship programmes including Politics Live and Newsnight. I’ve worked on regional television and radio and a wide range of national and digital news output.
I specialise in crafting content from live and supplied footage, often to tight deadlines in high-pressure environments, with precision, speed, accuracy and a strong creative instinct.
Today, I produce clear, well-structured, broadcast-quality edits that support key messages, align with brand and editorial standards and engage audiences across digital platforms for organisations, agencies, founders and professional clients.
I’m based remotely with my own suite of editing tools in the South of England.
If you need a highly experienced, reliable Video Editor for a short or long term project, Please Get in touch.
WHY WORK WITH BAZZ?
Less Video editor, more visual Communicator
Storytelling Ability
Storytelling sits at the centre of my work. With a background in news and current affairs, I focus on shaping material into clear, coherent narratives that communicate effectively and hold attention. Whether working with interviews, live material, or supplied footage, I apply editorial judgement and structure to ensure each piece tells its story with clarity, purpose, and impact, while remaining true to the facts and intent of the content.
Attention to Detail
Attention to detail is central to my work. I apply precision in cutting and timing, with careful attention to smooth transitions and consistent pacing, ensuring each edit flows naturally and clearly. I maintain a strong awareness of visual and audio continuity, balancing lighting, sound levels, and dialogue to deliver seamless, polished content that meets professional editorial and technical standards.
Time Management
Time management is fundamental to my working practice. Developed in fast-paced broadcast environments, I am accustomed to planning workloads efficiently, prioritising tasks, and meeting demanding deadlines. This disciplined approach ensures projects are delivered on time, with consistency and attention to detail maintained throughout the editing process.
Communication Skills
Clear communication is central to my working approach. I work closely with clients, producers, and teams to understand objectives, interpret briefs accurately, and respond constructively to feedback. This collaborative, measured approach ensures expectations are aligned throughout the process and that each project is delivered efficiently, clearly, and to a consistently high standard.
Patience and Focus
Patience and focus underpin my working practice. I bring a steady, considered approach to each project, allowing time for careful review, refinement, and attention to detail. This concentration ensures complex material is handled thoughtfully, edits remain precise, and the final outcome is clear, accurate, and consistent with editorial intent.
Technical Proficiency
Technical precision underpins all of my work. Developed over more than three decades in broadcast environments, my expertise includes mastery of Final Cut Pro and Grass Valley / Quantel systems, supporting high-end workflows for colour grading, sound design, motion graphics, translations, and subtitling. This depth of technical capability allows me to deliver accurate, consistent, and broadcast-ready results across television, corporate, and digital platforms.
Creative Problem Solving
Creative problem solving is a key part of my approach. Drawing on extensive broadcast experience, I am used to working with imperfect, limited, or complex material and finding effective editorial solutions. Whether resolving technical issues, shaping incomplete footage, or refining structure under tight constraints, I combine creativity and judgement to deliver clear, coherent outcomes that meet both editorial intent and practical requirements.
Rhythm and PacinG
A strong sense of rhythm and pacing underpins my editing approach. I focus on the natural flow of speech, images, and sound to create edits that feel balanced and purposeful. By controlling tempo, pauses, and transitions, I ensure each piece maintains momentum, supports the narrative, and keeps the viewer engaged without distracting from the content or message.
Adaptability
Adaptability is central to my approach. Shaped by decades in broadcast environments, I am accustomed to responding quickly to changing briefs, evolving editorial priorities, and new technical requirements. Whether adjusting workflows, formats, or direction, I maintain clarity, quality, and consistency while delivering work to professional standards.
Emotional Intelligence
Emotional intelligence plays an important role in my work. Developed through years of collaboration in high-pressure environments, I am attentive to the needs, perspectives, and concerns of those I work with. This awareness supports clear communication, constructive collaboration, and a calm, respectful approach, helping ensure projects run smoothly and relationships are built on trust and understanding.