David Dryden

Editing • Motion Graphics • Animation for E-Learning & Training
Videography & Editing Showreel
Documentary Short

Contact

• davidpdryden@gmail.com

• +44 (0) 7598823514

Services

Video Editing • Motion Graphics • Animation • Audio Post • Full Production

Clients

Digital Marketing Institute • Aurion Learning • Community Relations Council • Nerve Centre

SUMMARY

Resourceful Lead Video Editor & Motion Designer with 5+ years of experience in crafting engaging e-learning content for diverse sectors, including healthcare and corporate. Proven ability to lead full-cycle video production, from filming and editing in Premiere Pro to animating custom explainers in After Effects. Skilled in client collaboration, SCORM compliance, and simplifying complex subjects through dynamic visuals. Adept at managing tight deadlines and troubleshooting technical challenges to deliver high-quality, impactful video solutions.

WORK EXPERIENCE

09/2017 - 07/2020

Lead Video Editor & Motion Designer

Belfast, N.Ireland

Aurion Learning

  • Spearheaded full-cycle video production for a specialist e-learning agency serving healthcare, public sector, and corporate clients.

  • Edited over 100 educational videos using Premiere Pro, encompassing presenter-led tutorials, scenario-based training, and promotional content.

  • Crafted and animated custom explainer videos in After Effects, effectively simplifying complex medical and technical subjects.

  • Operated professional cameras, lighting, and audio equipment for both studio and on-location shoots, including green screen production.

  • Executed precise colour correction and grading utilizing Adobe Premiere.

  • Managed audio post-production, including dialogue cleaning, voiceover

  • editing, and music integration.

  • Collaborated directly with clients and subject matter experts to storyboard and script content aligned with learning objectives.

  • Ensured SCORM compliance and facilitated seamless LMS integration across all project deliverables.

  • Developed reusable motion graphics templates, which reduced production turnaround time.

01/2025 - Present

Video Editor and filming consultant

Dublin, Ireland

Digital Marketing Institute

  • Edited high volumes of green screen presenter footage in Premiere Pro, selecting the best takes and assembling polished, broadcast-quality videos.

  • Repaired and sweetened audio in Audition, removing noise, balancing levels, and cleaning dialogue.

  • Performed colour grading across all footage to ensure consistent, professional visual quality.

  • Designed and animated branded motion graphics in After Effects, including lower thirds, text overlays, and visual effects.

  • Worked with multiple instructional designers concurrently, adapting to diverse content requirements and stylistic preferences.

  • Managed stringent deadlines and complex feedback cycles, consistently delivering all projects on time.

  • Troubleshot technical issues, ranging from footage corruption to rendering errors, to maintain production momentum.