Video Editor with over a decade of experience delivering promos, trailers, behind-the-scenes campaigns, and long-form projects for major networks including AMC Networks, HBO, ESPN, Disney, and National Geographic. Skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro and Avid Media Composer, with additional experience in color grading, sound design, and finishing for broadcast. Recognized with two IFC Awards for Best Original Concept Promo (2015, 2016).

David Mercado

Video Editor with over a decade of experience delivering promos, trailers, behind-the-scenes campaigns, and long-form projects for major networks including AMC Networks, HBO, ESPN, Disney, and National Geographic. Skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro and Avid Media Composer, with additional experience in color grading, sound design, and finishing for broadcast. Recognized with two IFC Awards for Best Original Concept Promo (2015, 2016).

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Video Editor with over a decade of experience delivering promos, trailers, behind-the-scenes campaigns, and long-form projects for major networks including AMC Networks, HBO, ESPN, Disney, and National Geographic. Skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro and Avid Media Composer, with additional experience in color grading, sound design, and finishing for broadcast. Recognized with two IFC Awards for Best Original Concept Promo (2015, 2016).

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English
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Work Experience

Video Editor (Freelance) at AMC Networks
June 1, 2015 - Present
Edited promos, trailers and teasers for a multitude of series and films, both original and acquired. Delivered edits on time for reviews and final delivery. Created edits with multiple camera angles, titles, graphics, audio, and special effects. Conceived, crafted and executed dynamic video edits to captivate target audiences and meet project objectives. Managed capture and editing of footage to maintain consistency across cuts.
Video Producer and Editor at HBO
October 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Lead Editor on House of the Dragon Season 1 Behind The Scenes Campaign; Led promotional edits, collaborating with producers and directors; developed concepts and supervised post-production tasks including graphics and audio.
2nd Lead Editor (Freelance) at ESPN / UFC
November 1, 2018 - September 30, 2025
Edited the first 12 episodes of UFC: Destined to Stream on ESPN+. Organized and stringed raw footage into a continuous narrative per scripts and instructions; determined audio and visual effects and music; selected the most compelling shots to maximize storytelling.
2nd Lead Editor (Freelance) at Disney Cruise Lines
August 1, 2018 - September 30, 2025
Edited episodes promoting Disney Cruise Lines; reviewed footage sequence-by-sequence to understand layout before assembling; conferred with producers and directors regarding layout editing approaches to increase dramatic or entertainment value.
Finishing Editor (Freelance) at National Geographic Channel
August 1, 2017 - September 30, 2025
Finishing editor on all 8 episodes for Season 1 of National Geographic's Chain of Command. Managed final mix and graded content for final delivery. Ensured content within legal parameters prior to delivery.
2nd Lead Editor (Freelance) at Complex
December 1, 2017 - September 30, 2025
Edited Season 2 (16 Episodes) of Complex Conversations. Cut shot sequences to different angles at specific points in scenes, making each cut fluid and seamless.
Video Producer (Staff) at HBO
October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2025
Produced and edited promos for films, series, sports events and special presentations. Developed concepts. Edited content. Directed voice-over talent. Supervised graphic, color grading and audio mix sessions. Managed prescribed deadlines. Administrative and logistical project oversight.
Lead Editor / Co-Producer (not Credited) at Diving Indian Films
March 1, 2016 - September 30, 2025
Lead editor and co-producer on the feature-length musical documentary Colin Hay: Waiting For My Real Life. Coordinated with producers and directors regarding layout editing approaches to increase dramatic or entertainment value. Reviewed footage sequence; manipulated plot, score, sound, and graphics to create a cohesive narrative; cut sequences from different angles to ensure smooth storytelling.
Assistant Editor / Editor (Staff) at Mind Smack TV
February 1, 2015 - September 30, 2025
Editor: Assistant Editor: Edited Short-form On Air promos for major TV networks. Edited Trailers for independent films. Managed media and projects for several editors and audio mixers.
Assistant Editor at Loosely Translated
February 1, 2009 - September 30, 2025
Managed media and projects; Editing short-form, web-based promos.
Video Editor (Freelance) at AMC Networks
June 1, 2015 - Present
Edited promos, trailers and teasers for a multitude of series and films, including original and acquired content. Delivered edits on time for review and final delivery. Created edits with multiple camera angle choices, titles, graphics, audio, and special effects. Conceptualized, crafted and executed dynamic video edits to captivate targeted audiences and meet project objectives.
Video Producer and Editor at HBO
October 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Lead editor on House of the Dragon Season 1 behind the scenes campaign. Organized and assembled edits according to creative direction and production deadlines.
2nd Lead Editor (Freelance) at ESPN / UFC
November 1, 2018 - September 30, 2025
Edited the first 12 episodes of UFC: Destined to stream on ESPN+; organized and threaded raw footage into a continuous piece following directors' and producers' instructions. Determined specific audio and visual effects and music needed to complete films. Selected and combined the most effective shots to form a logical, impactful story.
Finishing Editor (Freelance) at National Geographic Channel
August 1, 2018 - September 30, 2025
Finishing editor on all 8 episodes for Season 1 of National Geographic's Chain of Command. Managed final mix and graded content for final delivery. Ensured content met legal parameters prior to delivery.
2nd Lead Editor (Freelance) at Complex
December 1, 2017 - September 30, 2025
Edited Season 2 (16 episodes) of Complex Conversations. Cut shot sequences to different angles at specific points in scenes, making each cut fluid and seamless.
Video Producer (Staff) at HBO
October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2025
Produced and edited promos for films, series, sports events and special presentations. Developed concepts. Edited content. Directed voice-over talent. Supervised graphic, color grading and audio mix sessions. Managed prescribed deadlines.
Lead Editor / Co-Producer (not Credited) at Diving Indian Films
March 1, 2016 - September 30, 2025
Lead editor and co-producer on the feature length musical documentary Colin Hayes: Waiting For My Real Life. Confer with producers and directors concerning layout editing approaches to increase dramatic or entertainment value. Review footage sequence by sequence before assembling into a final product. Manipulate plot, score, sound and graphics to create a continuous whole. Cut shot sequences to different angles to create fluid and seamless transitions. Select and combine the most effective shots to form a logical, smoothly running story.
Assistant Editor / Editor (Staff) at Mind Smack TV
February 1, 2015 - September 30, 2025
Editor: Assistant Editor: Edited Short form On Air promos for major TV Networks. Managed media and projects for several editors and audio mixers.
Assistant Editor at Loosely Translated
February 1, 2009 - September 30, 2025
Managing media and projects; editing short form web promos.

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Qualifications

IFC Award for Best Original Concept Promo (2015)
January 1, 2015 - September 30, 2025
IFC Award for Best Original Concept Promo (2016)
January 1, 2016 - September 30, 2025
IFC Award for Best Original Concept Promo, Avid Media Composer
January 1, 2015 - September 30, 2025
IFC Award for Best Original Concept Promo, Avid Media Composer
January 1, 2016 - September 30, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment