Michele Chiappa

Michele Chiappa

Editor

London, UK

BFEBAFTA

About

WHY DO I WANT TO TELL STORIES? I believe great storytelling goes beyond entertainment: it creates transformative experiences that challenge audiences and spark discovery. My goal is to craft stories that inspire viewers to think: 'I never could have imagined this, yet somehow it speaks directly to me. I feel completely seen.' I'm drawn to projects that push creative boundaries while remaining deeply human. The magic happens when something entirely unexpected becomes profoundly personal; when audiences find themselves reflected in stories they never knew they needed to see. EXECUTION FOR EXCELLENCE Why do I bother pushing for that final 10% increase in quality? Because I believe that's the difference between a story people watch once and one they can't stop thinking about. When I'm in the edit suite, I'm hunting for the special moments that will make your project unforgettable. I push every detail because I know that's where the magic lives. That's how you take talented people and help them create something that surprises even them, something that doesn't just get views, but actually moves people. That's what I bring to every project: the belief that your story deserves that extra push, and the commitment to make it happen.

Credits

LANDLINES

Editor, 2027

Theatrical Feature Film
Feature Film

A Rare Breed

Editor, 2026

Theatrical Feature Film
Feature Film

Dead End: Paranormal Park

Lead Editor, 2022

Netflix
Animation

Tweedy & Fluff

Lead Editor, 2026

Channel 5
Animation
  • Nominated·BAFTA TV Awards- Best Children's: Scripted (2025)
  • Won·RTS Midlands Awards- Best Animated Series (2024)
  • Won·RTS Midlands Awards- Best Craft Production (2024)
  • Won·RTS Midlands Awards- Breakthrough (2024)
  • Nominated·British Animation Awards- Best Children's Series (2024)
  • Won·Japan Prize- Award of Honour (Preschool Division) (2025)

Streaming Platforms

Theatrical Feature FilmNetflixChannel 5

Production Types

Feature Film Animation

Specialist Areas

Animation Drama Thriller Action & Adventure Crime & Mystery

Applications

Avid Media ComposerDaVinci ResolveAdobe Premiere ProAdobe After Effects

Right to Work

United KingdomItalyFranceSpainIreland

Accreditations and Memberships

BFEBAFTA