A selection of stories reworked for vertical, social-first platforms — from story selection and captioning strategy to independent short-form editing.
“You are Filipino enough”: Second-generation Filipinos learn ancient script writing
A broadcast package independently converted into short-form vertical video, ready to publish to social media platforms like TikTok, YouTube Shorts or reels via Facebook or Instagram.
‘One of the most discouraging days’: Toronto food vendor comes up empty at event
Another broadcast package independently converted into short-form vertical video, ready to publish to social media platforms like TikTok, YouTube Shorts or reels via Facebook or Instagram.
Link to original reporting: https://toronto.citynews.ca/2026/07/17/filipino-food-vendor-harsh-reality-many-small-businesses-are-expriencing/
Peter Fernandes leads the cast at Shaw Festival Theatre’s
“One for the Pot”
A look at a lead actor demonstrating how he brings three distinct triplet characters to life in the same show. Edited as a quick-cut, visually driven piece — using the actor’s own physical transformations between characters as the hook.
Link to original reporting: https://youtu.be/EwdGdYkoyPE
Silvanas and surprise taho: Why this local Filipino bakeshop is trending this summer
A short-form Q&A with the owner of a Filipino bakeshop known for their silvanas, featuring a reaction to their unexpected taho flavour twist. Edited as a fast-paced, personality-driven cut — leading with the reaction moment to hook viewers in the first few seconds.
Link to original reporting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2d98_91FAuM&t=261s
Behind the colours: One artist’s vision for her mural
A conversation with a Toronto artist about the meaning behind her vibrant mural and what she hopes people will feel when they stop to look at it. Edited as a visually driven cut, pairing close-up shots of the mural’s colour and detail with the artist’s own reflections.
Link to original broadcasting: https://youtu.be/xkSlcWdzklY
“Laban tayo”: Filipino fans celebrate Canada’s historic FIFA win
A fan’s pregame chant, “Laban tayo” (Filipino for “Let’s fight together”), takes on new weight in the edit once paired with Canada’s historic 6-0 result. On-screen text reframes the moment after the fact, letting viewers feel the payoff of that pregame energy.
Link to original reporting: https://youtu.be/REnuETgz11I
A taste preview: Fusing Filipino and Hawaiian flavours in Toronto
A hands-on preview ahead of a Filipino-Hawaiian fusion event in Toronto, where the chef walks us through what’s on the menu and how he’s blending both cuisine’s flavours. Edited as a show-and-tell cut, using close-up food shots and the chef’s own explanations.
Link to original reporting: https://youtu.be/LgGIA37swr0
