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    Paddy Bird

    Founder of Inside The Edit

    Paddy Bird is a highly experienced film editor and the founder of Inside The Edit, an innovative educational platform focused on teaching the creative aspects of video editing.12 With over two decades of experience in the television industry, Paddy has edited numerous high-profile documentaries, entertainment shows, and reality TV programs for major British and American broadcasters.1

    Career Highlights

    Editing Experience:: Paddy has worked on projects for renowned networks such as BBC, Channel 4, Sky, Discovery, National Geographic, ABC, NBC, PBS, and The Smithsonian Channel.1

    Industry Recognition:: He is a voting member of the prestigious BAFTA Editing Chapter, demonstrating his standing in the film and television industry.1

    Consulting Work:: Paddy serves as a consultant to major broadcasters, advertising agencies, and film schools, sharing his expertise beyond his editing work.1

    Inside The Edit

    Recognizing a gap in the industry where most editors were self-taught, Paddy spent three years developing Inside The Edit.13 This platform is unique in that it:

    • Focuses solely on the artistic aspects of editing, rather than technical software skills
    • Aims to create an inspiring learning environment for creative editors
    • Builds a vibrant editing community

    Paddy has taught hundreds of professionals, including producers, directors, cameramen, and video engineers from production companies and broadcasters worldwide.2

    Teaching Philosophy

    Paddy's approach to teaching editing is characterized by:

    • Emphasizing 100% artistic theory
    • Avoiding outdated or unnecessary editing concepts
    • Not focusing on specific editing software
    • Believing in everyone's potential to create beautifully edited films1

    Paddy Bird's expertise and innovative approach to teaching editing have made him a respected figure in the film and television industry, as well as in the field of editing education.

    Highlights

    Jul 19 · youtube.com
    Inside The Edit's Pro Editor Course Unpacked - YouTube
    Inside The Edit's Pro Editor Course Unpacked - YouTube
    Aug 24 · youtube.com
    Inside the Edit with Paddy Bird - YouTube
    Inside the Edit with Paddy Bird - YouTube
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    Location

    Greater London, England, United Kingdom