About me

I am Darren, a Creative Video Editor and a seasoned video creative with over 22 years of experience, I've honed my craft across a wide spectrum of projects. From crafting iconic TV promos for major networks to directing award-winning music videos, I've consistently delivered impactful visuals.

My 11-year tenure at Sony saw me launch and manage channels across Europe and Africa, earning 18 Promax Awards along the way. Now, as the founder of S8 Creative, I'm dedicated to helping clients elevate their brands through compelling video content.

Ready to bring your next project to life

Skills

2D Animation, After Effects, Animation, Audio, Audio Visual, Brain storming, Brand / Logo Design, Branding, Budgets Planning / Allocation, Camera Operator, Creative, Creative Direction, Directing, Editing, Filming, Grading, Motion Graphics, Photo Editing, Photoshop, Post Production, Script Writing, Social Media, Sound Design, Storyboarding, Strategy Planning, Team Management, Television, Video Production

Sector Experience

Audio / Visual, Branding, Broadcasting, Creative Services, New Media, Production, Television

Awards

Promax Award

Clients

Sony Pictures Television, Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies

Ranking
#6 Ranked Video Editor
Recommendations
5.0 
From 1 Recommendation
Availability
Looking for work
Achievements
Top 25 Video Editor Project featured:Sony Max - MAX CHICKEN IDENT CAMPAIGN
on 24th October 2019
Project featured:Sony Playstation Plus - Playstation Poland
on 6th May 2021
Project featured:Dreamworks Dream Heroes
on 5th August 2021
Project featured:Sony Playstation Plus Poland - 2nd Quarter Sizzle Reel
on 4th October 2021
Project featured:My Retreat Garden Rooms - The Process.
on 2nd June 2022
Project featured:Signora Volpe_Series Trailer_120s_FINAL
on 16th June 2022
Project featured:THOUSAND YARD STARE - ESPRIT DU CORPS
on 24th January 2023
Project featured:Horsemeat - Bring It Down
on 12th October 2023
Project featured:S'Atlantis Launch Trailer
on 8th October 2024
Contributor:

Darren Stokes has been a Contributor since 14th October 2021.

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Contract
Freelance, Remote
Location
Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Skill Level
Senior, Director
Languages
English
Creativepool member since 16 October 2019