Jonathan Whitton
@jonathanwhitton
Highly-organised Video Editor with extensive post-production experience.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
I am a highly-organised, efficient, and self-motivated Video Editor currently working at 4Studio. With over 14 years of experience in post-production, I have honed my skills in editing, motion graphics, and producing video shoots. My role as the primary video editor for Original content at 4Studio allows me to lead projects from an edit standpoint, creating polished and stylish narrative-driven videos for various social media platforms.
Throughout my career, I have successfully managed teams and mentored fellow editors, fostering an environment of growth and creativity. My innovative approach to Snapchat editing at 4Studio has revamped workflows and established a foundation that continues to enhance our editing processes. Additionally, my experience as a Post Production Manager at Guinness World Records involved managing extensive video assets and producing high-impact content that has garnered millions of views.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Digital Video Editor (Originals)
4Studio
Jul 2024 - Present (1 year)
Primary video editor for Original content shot in-house by 4Studio Productions. Led projects from an edit standpoint, creating edit plans, motion graphics, music banks, grades/LUTs and sound design.
Lead Video Editor (Snapchat)
4Studio
Mar 2021 - Jul 2024 (3 years 4 months)
In-house specialist for all Snapchat editing, producing and editing Snapshows for various popular series. Mentored and managed a team of video editors, revamping workflows and laying a foundation that is still in use today.
Video Editor
Freelance
Mar 2018 - Mar 2021 (3 years)
Editor and video consultant for a variety of freelance projects including promos, corporate videos, case studies, events and interviews. Worked with brands such as Canon, Ally & Mo Media, BrandSaints, Wellington Farm Shop and Hampshire Chamber of Commerce.
Post Production Manager
Guinness World Records
Apr 2014 - Mar 2021 (6 years 11 months)
Edited videos for use across the business including YouTube and all branded social media platforms and PR releases. Managed all video assets including over 1,500 hours of traditional TV content and a digital clip library of over 8,000 clips.
Operations Assistant
Cake Entertainment
Jan 2014 - Apr 2014 (3 months)
Built and maintained a YouTube channel used for claiming content owned by Cake whilst overseeing the complete physical and digital library. Oversaw content deliveries to Netflix, always meeting its strict technical specification requirement.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
LMLeeds College of Music
National Diploma, Music Technology
Grade: D,M,M
Completed a National Diploma in Music Technology, focusing on sound engineering, music production, and audio post-production techniques. Achieved Distinction, Merit, Merit.
YUYork St John University
Bachelor of Arts (Hons), Media and Film Studies
Grade: 2:1
Studied Media and Film Studies, gaining a comprehensive understanding of media production, film theory, and critical analysis. Achieved a 2:1 classification.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United KingdomAuthorized to work in
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