July • 2020
Jeff was an absolute pleasure to work with. He went above and beyond to make sure we had what we needed, even as barriers came up. Would gladly work with again!
Jeff R.
Toronto, ON, Canada
4 reviews$1000 - $1400 / Day
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Barking Mad Media is led by Jeff Ridout, a seasoned producer, and award winning director and editor with 20+ years of experience in the industry. We help small and medium sized businesses create high-quality effective promotional videos to stand out from their competitors, and effectively communicate their brand’s value. Our clients enjoy a hassle-free production experience and a resulting video product that exceeds expectations, and generates success for their business. We’ve worked with global giants like Walmart, Cineplex, ESPN, and major Canadian brands CBC, Metrolinx, and The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. Jeff has had incredible opportunities to work with some notable people including Her Royal Majesty Queen Elizabeth, Eve Jobs, Ivan Reitman, and Amber Marshall. This breadth of experience gives us the unique advantage to expertly handle any technical or creative challenge that comes our way while producing professional content, that’s on-brand, and impossible to ignore.
Top Services
- Documentary DP
- 2 reviews
- Video Journalist
- 2 reviews
- Editor
- 1 review
Clients
Top Reviews
June • 2021
Prompt, reliable, professional. Got us footage uploaded in a timely manner. Would hire again.
Top Projects
Produced for Cineplex
Cineplex
I have produced several video projects for Cineplex Cinemas. Linked is an example of one of the spots created for them.
- Documentary DP
- Editor
Weekend Jaunt - The Israeli Edition
I went with the creator of Weekend Jaunt, commissioned by the Israeli Government to create marketing and travel videos about Israel. We biked across the country, from the top of mountains to riding through Jerusalem at 2 am.
- Documentary DP
- Editor
La Session Cubana - Doc
I lived in Cuba, following international musical sensation Zucchero as he creates his new album and preps for his big world wide tour. This was broadcasted in Italy and limited distribution in the States. The music videos have reached over 30 million views online.
- Documentary DP
- Editor
3.0 Produced for Discovery Digital Studios
[Urgent] Shooter for Hands & Pans Culinary Demo
- Documentary DP
- Video Journalist
5.0 Produced for Glimmer Studio - Verizon Media Project
Toronto, Canada: Food Video
- Video Journalist
- Editor
The Last King
I was hired to edit a feature film then was brought on to Direct the remainder of the feature and finish the medium sized budgeted film. Currently in the hands of distributors in India to be released on 1100 screens.
- Commercial DP
- Editor
Equipment
Camera
- 4K Camera
- Action Camera
- Drone Camera
- DSLR Camera
Audio
- Directional Microphone
- Lavalier Microphone
Miscellaneous
- Dolly
- External Recorder
- Shoulder Rig
- Slider
- Stabilizer
All Services
Production Support
- Commercial DP
- Editorial Photographer
- Documentary DP
- Video Journalist
- Drone Operator
- Mobile Journalist
- Corporate Videographer
Post Production
- Motion Graphics Designer
Miscellaneous
- Creative Director
- Production Company
- Immersive / Spatial Video Capture