I am a professional video editor and post-production specialist with extensive experience across documentary, broadcast, brand, corporate, and narrative projects. My focus is on storytelling, pacing, and clarity, ensuring delivery that meets client expectations effectively. I aim to optimize workflows to improve turnaround times and enhance overall project quality. In my career, I have collaborated with various directors, agencies, and production teams, delivering clean edits suitable for further finishing when required. Throughout my work, I've adapted various content types for social-first delivery, while maintaining narrative clarity and editorial consistency across multiple platforms. My passion lies in harnessing technology to create compelling visual stories. I believe in the power of collaboration and strive to support agencies in workflow efficiency in this rapidly evolving media landscape.

Denton Carstens

I am a professional video editor and post-production specialist with extensive experience across documentary, broadcast, brand, corporate, and narrative projects. My focus is on storytelling, pacing, and clarity, ensuring delivery that meets client expectations effectively. I aim to optimize workflows to improve turnaround times and enhance overall project quality. In my career, I have collaborated with various directors, agencies, and production teams, delivering clean edits suitable for further finishing when required. Throughout my work, I've adapted various content types for social-first delivery, while maintaining narrative clarity and editorial consistency across multiple platforms. My passion lies in harnessing technology to create compelling visual stories. I believe in the power of collaboration and strive to support agencies in workflow efficiency in this rapidly evolving media landscape.

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I am a professional video editor and post-production specialist with extensive experience across documentary, broadcast, brand, corporate, and narrative projects. My focus is on storytelling, pacing, and clarity, ensuring delivery that meets client expectations effectively. I aim to optimize workflows to improve turnaround times and enhance overall project quality. In my career, I have collaborated with various directors, agencies, and production teams, delivering clean edits suitable for further finishing when required.

Throughout my work, I’ve adapted various content types for social-first delivery, while maintaining narrative clarity and editorial consistency across multiple platforms. My passion lies in harnessing technology to create compelling visual stories. I believe in the power of collaboration and strive to support agencies in workflow efficiency in this rapidly evolving media landscape.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Video Editor at Various
January 1, 2007 - Present
Worked mostly remote on various projects including advertisements, short films, and documentaries. Responsible for all aspects of video editing from initial footage review to final delivery, ensuring quality and adherence to project timelines.
Freelance Video Editor at Self-employed
January 1, 2021 - Present
I have led a range of professional content including broadcast TV spots, brand campaigns, corporate videos, and narrative films, ensuring high-quality delivery under tight deadlines.
Post Production Supervisor at Selected Brand, Corporate & Broadcast
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Managed various projects with a focus on professional output and high-quality delivery. Coordinated with teams to meet tight deadlines while ensuring content excellence.

Education

BA, Digital Video Production at SAE Institute, Melbourne
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007
Certificate, Avid Media Composer at Post SA
January 11, 2030 - May 31, 2026

Qualifications

OFFICIAL SELECTION New York Independant FIlm Festival
May 31, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Defying Gravity: The Johaar Mosaval Story
L.A. Punk Fim Festival WINNER - BEST COMEDY SHORT
May 31, 2026 - May 31, 2026
The Green Rush
Official Selection: Zero Film Festival
May 31, 2014 - May 31, 2014
The Bear Suit - Short Narrative Comedy
Official Selection: Brooklyn Short Film Festival
May 31, 2014 - May 31, 2014
The Bear Suit - Short Narrative Comedy
Official Selection: Nightpiece International Film Festival (Edinburgh, UK)
May 20, 2015 - May 20, 2015
The Bear Suit - Short Narrative Comedy
Official Selection: Jozi Film Festival (South Africa)
May 10, 2015 - May 10, 2015
The Bear Suit - Short Narrative Comedy Offline & Online Edit | VFX
WINNER: Best student film (SAE)
March 12, 2007 - March 12, 2007
Disposal (Short Film) - Writer, Director, Lighting, Camera, Edit, VFX, Sound design

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services