Duncan Hart
Duncan is a highly experienced and creative editor, who possesses a unique skillset and an excellent understanding of narrative and technique. With over 20 years of experience, his work has been seen on all the major broadcasters worldwide.
Working across genres in both long and short form, he’s cut everything from commercials to sitcoms, documentaries and multi-cam studio shows. He is particularly skilled at pre-titles, sizzles and trailers having started his career in advertising and working extensively for Universal Pictures.
Duncan’s previous work in promos and as a comedy writer means he is far more than just a button pusher. He has a real flair for story telling with a light comedic touch, combined with a robust sense of timing. He’s also fast and decisive. He is particularly comfortable editing sound and music, having also dabbled as a composer and sound designer.
Duncan is often employed to create and hone VO scripts alongside his editing skills, including for Money for Nothing for BBC One and Jamie & Jimmy’s Friday Night Feast for Channel 4.
Combining genuine visual flair, superb storytelling and a real feel for sound, his ability to deliver quickly under pressure coupled with his sense of humour has led to many repeat clients. These include Fresh One, Blue Marlin and Rockerdale Studios.
Work by Duncan
Steam Train Diaires
Jamie’s Quick & Easy Food
Dara O Briain’s Go 8 Bit
James Martin’s French Adventure
James Martin’s American Adventure
James Martin’s American Adventure
Rachel Allen’s Coastal Cooking
Russell Howard’s Good News
Science of Stupid
Steam Train Diaires
A celebration of the magic, history, and community behind the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. Filmed over four months on the heritage line between Pickering and Whitby, the series takes viewers on a captivating journey through one of Britain’s most beloved steam railways.
More than just a behind-the-scenes look, Steam Train Diaries is a celebration of heritage, craftsmanship, and community spirit. Through personal stories and stunning cinematography, the series reveals what it takes to keep steam dreams alive in the modern world.
Jamie’s Quick & Easy Food
Jamie Oliver cooks up simple and delicious recipes using just 5 ingredients. This dish is a twist on a carbonara.
Dara O Briain’s Go 8 Bit
Team captains and celebrity guests compete by playing live video games against each other. Here are my VT’s from the 1st episode of the 2nd series. I edited approx 80 VTs over 2 series.
James Martin’s French Adventure
James waxes lyrical about the 2CV. Senior Editor responsible for series tone and style.
James Martin’s American Adventure
James Martin is on a culinary tour of America. Here he explores the iconic Southfork as used in the 80’s global TV hit series Dallas as JR Ewing’s Ranch. Senior Editor responsible for series tone and style. Includes extended pre-tiltles and spoof Dallas opening credits.
James Martin’s American Adventure
James Martin is on a culinary tour of America. Here he explores the iconic Southfork as used in the 80’s global TV hit series Dallas as JR Ewing’s Ranch. Senior Editor responsible for series tone and style. Includes extended pre-tiltles and spoof Dallas opening credits.
Rachel Allen’s Coastal Cooking
Promo for the new prime time series following Rachel Allen as she travels around the coast of Ireland. Senior Editor overseeing a team of 4 other editors and responsible for series tone and style.
Russell Howard’s Good News
Topical comedy show hosted by Russell Howard, in it’s new home of BBC 2 having moved from BBC 3. Working closely with Russell and the writers cutting VTs to enhance the comedy.
Science of Stupid
Episode 20 of series 5 of the global hit series featuring user generated content. Dallas Campbell investigates the science behind stupidity.