David Bashford
Selected Work — Private
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David Bashford

Creative Producer & Storyteller

Selected video work from internal brand and communications teams. Portions of this work are non-public and shared here for portfolio review.

Techno-Optimism
Conceptual / editorial Story editor, writer, editor
Techno-Optimism
A conceptual film built entirely from found footage and written narration, exploring optimism, technology, and cultural momentum. Created for an executive leadership event — the story is entirely in the edit.
Event Highlight: Belize
Event production Shooter, editor
Event Highlight: Belize
On-location event highlight film showcasing music-driven pacing and editorial rhythm. Shot and edited end-to-end for a commercial sales incentive program.
Shoppy: The Documentary
Long-form documentary Director, writer, editor
Shoppy: The Documentary
A ten-minute faux documentary about Shopify's mascot — made with the craft and care of a festival film. Built from an undefined concept into shared lore: the kind of cultural connective tissue that binds a company together. Best experienced in full.
20 Years of Shopify
Brand storytelling at scale Story editor, writer, editor
20 Years of Shopify
Flagship internal documentary premiering at Shopify's company-wide Summit. Captures two decades of history, culture, and product evolution through archival footage and narrative editing — shown to 7,000 people as the opening piece.
About me

I'm a creative producer focused on shaping story, tone, and emotional clarity.

Most of the work here started without a clear blueprint. I'm often brought in when something needs to be figured out — structurally, tonally, or narratively — and I like building those pieces from the ground up. That usually means working with interviews, archival material, and loose ideas, and turning them into something that feels intentional and cohesive.

My work leans on pacing, restraint, and a strong sense of tone. I come from a music background, which informs how I think about rhythm, sound, and emotional arc.

hellodavidbash@gmail.com

Based in Los Angeles.

Get in touch

Open to conversations about creative collaboration, contract work, or new opportunities. The best way to reach me is directly by email.