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Hello, my name is Peter,

and I am a freelance editor of programs shown on Netflix, HBO, National Geographic, Discovery, Disney+, Vice and CNA.

Topics related to people, cultures and food fascinate me because
I believe there is a vast untapped reservoir of stories there.

Have a look at some of my past efforts down here.

O4 Media
Food Tales | Ep 1 & 4
IFA MEDIA

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Food Tales

tells the story of the hawkers behind some of Singapore's most iconic dishes, who share their challenges running their stalls and preserving local cuisine in a rapidly-changing gastronomic city. 

Insight TV
The Ride Life with Sung Kang
Beach House Pictures

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The Ride Life with Sung Kang

keeps you on the edge of your seat as you journey across Los Angeles with the Fast and Furious star, meeting stunt drivers and car enthusiasts, to discover what it means to chase your dreams.

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CNA
The Negotiators S2  | Philippines
PEDDLING PICTURES

The Negotiators S2 (Philippines)

recounts the real-life 2020 nightmare where a fired security guard took hostage 55 people in a crowded shopping mall. Watch this nerve wrecking drama through the shoes of police general Yebra, who uses his years of tactical experience in an attempt to connect with the hostage-taker. 

How I Became a Gang Leader in Singapore
VICE World News

How I Became a Gang Leader in Singapore

features Whye Kee, former headman of a prominent gang in Singapore. He recounts his turbulent life, from his initiation into the gang, to his time served and how he made a living from his passion - pottery.

O4 Media
Cook & Kin
IFA Media

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Cook & Kin

whisks you on a gastronomic adventure in Thailand with world renowned chef Marco Pierre White and his son Luciano. In this episode, father and son duo try the spiciest chilli paste in a 3 Michelin Star restaurant, Sorn.

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Being Thin is a Fad in China
VICE World News

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Being Thin is a Fad in China

follows a group of girls who struggle with eating disorders, a growing mental illness in China. A Zumba instructor, pop star and health influencer share their love-hate relationship with food and fitness in this short documentary.

CNA
The Negotiators S2 | Mexico
PEDDLING PICTURES

The Negotiators S2 (Mexico)

recounts the real-life kidnapping of affluent businessman Daniel Fragoso Villalbazo and the harrowing account of how his sister teamed up with negotiator Dr. Pablo to bring him home - but not without consequence. 

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CNA
The Last Defenders of the Philippines 
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The Last Defenders of the Philippines

puts you in the shoes of the forest rangers and environmentalists who risk their lives fighting the corporations that seek to profit from one of the last rainforests outside Metro Manila. 

CNA
The Islands That Made Us
IFA MEDIA

The Islands That Made Us

takes a kindred look at the islands surrounding Singapore, often overlooked by locals. Through the eyes of a marine biologist, avid blogger and wildlife consultant, we learn how the islands have played a part in our ecosystem over the years. This feature is for the nature lover.

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Mediacorp
RenovAid 
ThreeSixZero Productions

RenovAid

S11 E07 - 08 take you through the highs and lows of Madam Shanthi, a single mum caring for her special needs daughter, while getting her home made-over.

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Accenture
Second Servings
IFA MEDIA

Second Servings

puts a lens on 3 hawkers toughing it out in Singapore's challenging F&B landscape. Can these aging hawkers find new life through revamp and innovation?

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CNA
Who is Cleopatra Wong?
| Untold Legends
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Who is Cleopatra Wong?

| Untold Legends 

Watch how Singapore's very own female Bruce Lee of the 1970s dominated local and worldwide box offices in a series of blockbuster hits, and was even later said to be the inspiration for filmmaker Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill. 

Decoding Taiwan's Dating
VICE News

Decoding Taiwan's Dating

spotlights young hopefuls looking for love in the city. A romantic fashion photographer, a brash filmmaker and a victim of a love scam share their conquests in this short film.

CNA
Streets Made for Talking S2 
SORA MEDIA

Streets Made for Talking S2

delves into the history of Telok Ayer, once one of the most exciting entertainment hubs in 1980s Singapore. Join music lawyer and performer Sam Padbidri as he uncovers what early migrants did after work, from Malay Dance to Street Storytelling and Devotional Music. 

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CNA
Streets Made for Talking
SORA MEDIA

Streets Made for Talking

explores the origins of Singapore's most iconic literary artefacts. Join historian and author Faris Joraimi as he uncovers what was made in Singapore, from the early Chinese typeface of the 1930s to the modern day jab of politics in comic art.

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CNA
Remember our House
IFA MEDIA

Remember our House

follows the passionate individuals who keep

clan associations in Singapore alive. From a martial arts enthusiast to working teens and foreign expats, this film explores what it means to keep one's heritage close to the heart.

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One of the World's Best Healthcare Systems is Cracking
VICE News

One of the World's Best Healthcare Systems is Cracking

investigates what it takes to work in a government hospital in Taiwan. We follow Neurologist Dr Chen and Physiotherapist Tsai as they share the challenges of manpower shortages to demanding hours, while pursuing their passion of healing the sick. 

CNA
The Mark of Empire 
IFA MEDIA

The Mark of Empire

Historian Peter Lee embarks on a journey of discovery through Southeast Asia's long lost empires. In this episode, he finds out what it was like to live over 500 years ago in Thailand, where wars were fought on elephant backs.

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National Geographic Channel
The Silk Railroad
IFA MEDIA

The Silk Railroad

British historian Sam Willis and CGTN journalist Li Qiu Yuan trace the roots of the Silk Road and the businesses that ran through it. In this episode, they visit the city of Chengdu, China, where they have a hand in silk making and horse riding.

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CNA
National Service: The Beginning
IFA MEDIA

National Service: The Beginning

chronicles the first batch of enlistees in Singapore's Armed Forces in 1967. Driven by the need to maintain social stability, these pioneers recount their memorable experiences through dramatic reconstructions. 

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Searching for Wives 
Lasalle College of the Arts

Searching for Wives

examines Patha's visit to a photo studio in downtown Little India, Singapore. He is one of hundreds of migrant workers who get their profile pictures taken, in hopes of landing a bride match back in their home country.

National Geographic Channel
Extreme China 
IFA MEDIA

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Extreme China

National Geographic photographer Ben Horton (S01 E03) and speed climber Tagir Izmailov (S02 E02) visit the remotest regions of China, while abseiling down a sinkhole in Hanzhong, and scaling the iconic Zhangjiajie 'Avatar mountains'.

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National Geographic Channel
Hakka Renaissance
IFA MEDIA

Hakka Renaissance

follows hosts Natalie Pickles and Julian Davison as they travel through picturesque Taiwan, learning the Hakka language, eating its food and immersing in everything culture. 

Hakka Renaissance

Mediacorp
My Mini-me and Me | 1 season
IFA MEDIA

My Mini-me and Me

follows a loser (played by Xu Bin). When he meets his younger self who has time travelled into the future, a series of hilarious incidents ensues, along with some heartfelt moments where he reflects on his life.

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HBO ASIA
The Teenage Psychic | 2 seasons
IFA MEDIA

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The Teenage Psychic

tells the fictional story of Xiao Zhen (Guo Shu Yao) a teenager who can communicate with the dead. Journey with her as she juggles the ups and downs of school, romance, and temple duties. 

Nature

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