Dan T.

Dan Thomas

Dan T. Editor (offline).

Broadcast editor since 2002, working on specialist factual documentaries, observational documentaries, factual entertainment series, arts, sport, lifestyle and current affairs shows, as well as some scripted drama. Broadcast credits include BBC1, BBC2, ITV, Channel 4, National Geographic and Discovery. Also the ABC, SBS and other Australian networks.

Strong creative storytelling and editorial skills. Good technical knowledge. Dan is used to working remotely or in close collaboration in the edit suite. Strong work ethic, a sense of humour, an eye for detail and an ear for music, proven problem-solving skills and am always calm under pressure.

Advanced knowledge of Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere Pro. Working knowledge of animation and motion graphics using Adobe After Effects. Working knowledge of 4K and HD cameras, audio recording and lighting.

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5 to 20 min x 10 training series for health professionals and carers of people living with dementia. Commissioned by an NHS Trust. eHealth Digital Media (Premiere Pro)

Web campaign to raise awareness and support for Australias two-and-a-half million unpaid carers. Airbag Productions (Premiere Pro)

For the London Pride parade a team of creatives convert a vintage Mustang into a unicornmobile using only items purchased on Ebay. Rubber Republic (Premiere Pro)

A series of web videos designed to highlight the range of benefits available through investing in life insurance. Beyond Entertainment (FCP7)

Internal communications information and promotional videos for employees of the National Australia Bank. NABTV (FCP7)

40 mins. Natural history feature documentary about man’s enduring relationship with the horse. Shot in 4K for IMAX theatres worldwide. Plimsoll Productions (Avid)

60 mins. Gareth Malone trains eight amateur singers to perform alongside the BBC Singers and the BBC National Orchestra of Wales for a televised performance of Bach’s St John Passion. Somersault Studio for BBC1 (Avid)

60 mins. Episode of an archaeology series for the Saudi Arabian Vision 2030 project. The discovery of a Roman fort on Farasan Island off the south-west coast of Saudi Arabia sparks the interest of a multi-national team of archaeologists. OR Media (Avid)

60 mins. Long-running investigative archaeology/history series using CGI to reveal historical ship wrecks and ancient ruins around the globe. Mallinson Sadler Productions for National Geographic (Avid)

60 mins. Specialist factual documentary charting the environmental work and legacy of Prince Charles (as he then was). BBC Studios (Avid)

60 mins. Three-part military history series presented by Dermot O’Leary. Yeti Television for Channel 4 (Avid)

60 mins. Two-part documentary series broadcast to coincide with the Paralympic Games. Jonnie Peacock trains young amputees to achieve their sporting goals. One Tribe TV for Channel 4 (Premiere Pro)

60 mins. Episode of an eight-part historical investigation series. Tern TV for Channel 4 (Avid)

30 mins. Magazine-style series taking a look at new agricultural technologies being developed to help feed a growing population and tackle climate change. TwoFour for BBC Worldwide (Avid)

60 mins. Three-part travelogue/food series. Nigel Slater explores the culinary diversity of Turkey, from Istanbul to the Black Sea coast. Hungry Gap Productions for BBC2 (Avid)

60 mins. At 80 years of age, the Pritzker Prize-winning Australian architect is at work on his most ambitious project - a 21st century mosque for Melbourne’s Islamic community. ABC (Australia) (Premiere Pro)

60 mins. Study of the founders and global work of Melbourne architectural firm, Denton Corker Marshall. Finalist for Best Arts Documentary, ATOM Awards. Renegade Films for ABC (Australia) (FCP7)

60 mins. Three-part series in which economic journalist and author, George Megalogenis explores the past four decades of Australian political and economic history. ABC (Australia) (FCP7)

60 mins. Three-part series charting the history of art in Australia. Wall To Wall and Serendipity Productions for BBC4/ABC (Australia) (FCP7)

60 mins. Three-part landmark documentary series that examines the legacy of the mining industry on wealth, politics and land rights in Australian history. Renegade Films for SBS (Australia) (FCP7)

30 mins. Two-part series charting the history of the National Gallery of Victoria, presented by Melbourne comedian and art historian, Hannah Gadsby. Broadcast to coincide with the 150th anniversary of the NGV. ABC (Australia) (FCP7)

30 mins. An American sound artist on a wild odyssey into the Kimberley region to capture the sounds of the Australian outback. ABC (Australia) (FCP7)

30 mins. A study of the life and work of the twice Archibald Prize-winning artist. ABC (Australia) (FCP7)

30 mins. 10-part Christmas themed chop and chat with the Michelin-starred chef. Plimsoll Productions for The Food Network (Avid)

60 mins. 14-part competitive cooking series. Celebrating families who make ordinary food extraordinary. Presented by Michelin Star-winning chef, Tommy Banks and Angellica Bell. Voltage TV for BBC2 (Avid)

30 mins. Long-running daily soap. Freemantle Media for Channel 11 (Australia) (Avid)

30 mins. Multi-camera drama designed to be used as a training tool for medical professionals. Silver Dolphin winner, Cannes Corporate Media and TV Awards. The Picture Tank (FCP7)

30 mins. Gogglebox celebrities, Steph & Dom Parker give fellow hoteliers tips for improving their businesses. Blink Films for Channel 4 (Avid)

60 mins. Obs Doc series with behind-the-scenes access to the daily workings of Qantas. Fremantle Media for Network Nine (Australia) (Avid)

60 mins. Christmas edition of the long-running factual entertainment series about the lives of animals and keepers at Longleat Safari Park in Wiltshire. Remarkable TV for BBC 1 (Avid)

60 mins. Christmas edition. Celebrity chef, Fred Siriex is joined by Michel Roux Jr. on a tour of some of the best restaurants in and around Bristol. Outline productions for BBC 2 (Avid)

60 mins. Weekly, primetime magazine show covering rural, agriculture and environmental issues. BBC 1 (Avid)

30 mins. Long-running weekly fishing adventure programme, presented by Paul Worsteling. Dreampool Productions for Channel Ten (Australia) (Avid)

60 mins. Travel series hosted by celebrity chef. Jock Zonfrillo travels the globe in search of new ingredients and traditional recipes in some of the world’s most remote communities. Chemical Media for Discovery (FCP7)

60 mins. Weekly magazine show providing a combination of stories about artists, performers, writers, musicians, filmmakers and designers. ABC (Australia) (FCP7)

30 mins. Daily travel show presented by Australian celebrity musician, Geoff Cox. WTFN for Seven Network (Australia) (FCP7)

30 mins. Popular magazine-style show exploring people’s relationships with their pets. WTFN for Seven Network (Australia) (FCP7)

30 mins. Weekly arts discussion programme presented by Kirsty Wark and Martha Kearney. BBC 2 (Avid)

30 mins. One of several Illustrated interviews that I edited in a long-running series of conversations with famous personalities from all walks of life. BBC 4 (Avid)

60 mins. Award-winning flagship programme presented by Jeremy Paxman. BBC 2 (Avid)

30 mins. National nightly news bulletin. BBC 1 (Avid)

60 mins. Obs doc series offering unique access to six UK prisons and insights into daily life inside. Chalkboard TV for ITV (Avid)

60 mins. Three-part prime time series. Four families each adopt a pair of pigs, chickens, sheep or cows for several weeks to see whether the experience changes their attitude towards consuming meat. Spun Gold for Channel 4 (Avid)

60 mins. Four-part obs doc series that follows the lives of young doctors working at Northampton General Hospital. TwoFour for Channel 4 (Avid)

70 mins. Six supernatural tales from the imagination of nineteenth century Welsh horror author, Arthur Machen. Obsolete Films (Premiere Pro)

10 mins. The story of one man's unique bid to keep an ancient culture alive through music. Selected for the International Short Film Festival in Drama, Greece. Available Light Films (FCP7)

10 mins. Artist, Barbara Beaumont talks about her figurative and abstract paintings which are suffused with darkness and wry humour. Available Light Films (FCP7)

30 mins. With age comes wisdom, lyricism and infectious wit, but septuagenarian artist, Rimona Kedem is using her work to reconnect with youth. Available Light Films (FCP7)

60 mins. Four-part documentary series. From over 30,000 contestants, twelve esports finalists do battle to become the next F1 simulator driver for McLaren. Grand Central Entertainment for ESPN (Premiere Pro)

30 mins. Sports documentary series. Each film follows an athlete in their chosen field, observing their training regime, personal life and bid to excel. Sportsbrand (FCP7)

Dan T.'s Software Skills

Dan uses Avid on an advanced level.

Dan uses PP on an advanced level.

Dan uses AFX on an beginner/intermediate level.

Dan uses FCP7 on an advanced level.

Dan uses PS on an intermediate level.

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