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I’m Trent Johnson, a video editor and animator with 10+ years of experience creating high-retention digital content across music videos, animation, and creator-focused media. I thrive in fast-paced production environments and love collaborating with creators to bring bold ideas to life.
I specialize in fast-paced editing, comedic timing, visual effects integration, and audience-driven storytelling for YouTube and social platforms. I’m proficient in Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, and Toon Boom, and I have an understanding of modern online content workflows and engagement pacing.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Freelance Video Editor / Motion Graphics Editor at Self-Employed
April 1, 2014 - PresentEdit a wide range of video content including music videos, animated projects, and reaction-based media for online audiences. Produce high-quality edits with strong pacing, transitions, visual effects, and synchronized audio. Collaborate with creators and clients to develop content aligned with branding, tone, and audience engagement goals. Integrated motion graphics, animated assets, subtitles, and visual enhancements using After Effects and Premiere Pro. Managed project timelines and delivered edits under tight deadlines while maintaining high production quality. Organized and maintained large media libraries and project files for efficient workflow management. Assisted with visual asset creation and graphic design elements using Photoshop and Illustrator.
Animation / Editing Projects at SideQuest Animated History
April 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026Edit animated scenes and sequences using Toon Boom and Adobe Creative Suite. Coordinate timing, scene transitions, and composition to support narrative flow and visual consistency. Work with layered animation assets, voice-over synchronization, and character-based content.
Video Editor / Motion Graphics Artist at Self-employed
April 1, 2014 - PresentEdited a wide range of video content including music videos, animated projects, and reaction-based media for online audiences. Produced high-quality edits with strong pacing, transitions, visual effects, and synchronized audio. Collaborated with creators and clients to develop content aligned with branding, tone, and audience engagement goals. Integrated motion graphics, animated assets, subtitles, and visual enhancements using After Effects and Premiere Pro. Managed project timelines and delivered edited content under tight deadlines while maintaining high production quality. Organized and maintained large media libraries and project files for efficient workflow management. Assisted with visual asset creation and graphic design elements using Photoshop and Illustrator.
Animator / Editor at SideQuest Animated History
April 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026Edit animated scenes and sequences using Toon Boom and Adobe Creative Suite tools. Coordinate timing, scene transitions, and composition elements to support narrative flow and visual consistency. Work with layered animation assets, voice-over synchronization, and character-based content.
Education
Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Other
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
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