As a passionate and skilled film editor, I bring years of experience crafting compelling narratives across short films, documentaries, and feature-length projects. I excel at collaborating with creatives to realize their vision while maintaining a keen eye for storytelling. My work on In the Water has garnered over 2 million views on Film Shortage's YouTube channel since its release in August 2024, won Best Short at the Poulsbo Film Festival in 2023, and screened at festivals like SIFF, Tacoma Film Festival, and HollyShorts, showcasing my ability to connect with audiences through impactful editing.Expertise in tools like Adobe Premiere and the Adobe Suite, I specialize in pacing, scene transitions, and visual cohesion to enhance emotional impact or perfect comedic timing. I am adept at organizing footage, developing rough cuts, and refining edits to ensure seamless flow and resonance.
- Editing Software: Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, and Final Cut Pro, with extensive experience in non-linear editing workflows.- Color Grading & Correction: Skilled in achieving cinematic visuals through advanced color grading and correction techniques.- Post-Production Workflow: Expertise in managing file-based workflows, including importing, organizing, and labeling footage, syncing sound, and prepping locked cuts for finishing.- Codecs & Formats: Comprehensive knowledge of video and audio codecs, including ProRes, and H.264, with a strong understanding of resolutions and formats ranging from SD to 4K.- Plating & Final Delivery: Experienced in plating (ensuring final compositions meet technical standards), exporting deliverables for multiple platforms, and adhering to broadcast specifications.- Pacing & Storytelling: Strong command of pacing, scene transitions, and visual cohesion to enhance narrative flow and emotional resonance. Skilled in crafting comedic timing for impactful delivery of humor.- Collaboration & Feedback: Adept at working with directors, producers, and creative teams to translate vision into final edits, incorporating feedback efficiently and effectively.- Technical Troubleshooting: Skilled in resolving technical issues during editing and delivering seamless final projects under tight deadlines.- Festival Experience: Familiarity with the technical requirements of film festivals, including preparation of screeners, ensuring format compliance, DCP's, and addressing quality control feedback.