Hi, I’m Eric A. Zimmerman, a versatile editor and post-production professional with a passion for crafting compelling stories across features, docs, and television. I collaborate with teams to shape narrative structure, deliver polished color, effects, and sound, and meet demanding deadlines. From long-form documentaries to brand films, I thrive when craft, organization, and clear communication are valued. I’m proficient with Premiere, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and more, and I enjoy building editorial workflows that keep projects moving smoothly from concept to screen.…

Eric A. Zimmerman

Hi, I’m Eric A. Zimmerman, a versatile editor and post-production professional with a passion for crafting compelling stories across features, docs, and television. I collaborate with teams to shape narrative structure, deliver polished color, effects, and sound, and meet demanding deadlines. From long-form documentaries to brand films, I thrive when craft, organization, and clear communication are valued. I’m proficient with Premiere, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and more, and I enjoy building editorial workflows that keep projects moving smoothly from concept to screen.…

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Hi, I’m Eric A. Zimmerman, a versatile editor and post-production professional with a passion for crafting compelling stories across features, docs, and television. I collaborate with teams to shape narrative structure, deliver polished color, effects, and sound, and meet demanding deadlines.

From long-form documentaries to brand films, I thrive when craft, organization, and clear communication are valued. I’m proficient with Premiere, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, and more, and I enjoy building editorial workflows that keep projects moving smoothly from concept to screen.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Editor at ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood / Hollywood House
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Led editing for television projects focusing on Black women in Hollywood, managing post-production to create compelling storytelling and high-quality digital content. Collaborated with production teams to meet deadlines and maintain editorial standards.
Lead Editor at BETX - BET Experience Awards 2024
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Oversaw editing of digital content for BET Experience Awards, ensuring engaging and polished end products. Coordinated post-production workflows and creative editorial decisions.
Lead Editor / Producer / Videographer at The BENDERS CIRCUIT (Tiger Eyes Media, Gold-Diggers)
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Produced, edited, and videographed a documentary series, managing the full production and post-production pipeline to deliver compelling documentary storytelling.
Lead Editor at QUICK FIX with TIA MOWRY (TV One)
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Led editorial team in creating episodic content, managing post-production to deliver engaging television shows that connect with audiences.
Editor / Producer / Videographer at AKIL: FUGITIVE HUNTER (A & E)
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Produced development sizzle, edited episodes, and managed videography to help shape the series during development and production phases.
Lead Editor
December 31, 2025 - August 5, 2025
Lead Editor for television and digital projects from 2023 to 2025 including ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood (OWN), BETX Experience Awards (BET Digital), Big Freedia Means Business (Fuse), Quick Fix with Tia Mowry (TV One), The GOAT Code (Brinx TV), Move or Improve (A&E), Million Dollar Hustle (Lifetime), and Ladies Who List: Atlanta (OWN).
Editor / Colorist
December 31, 2022 - August 5, 2025
Editor and Colorist for various projects including Freedom Means (Roc Nation), Living the Lyrics (BET), Little Women of Atlanta (A&E), Kirby Jenner (Quibi), BookTube: Michelle Obama (YouTube Originals), Social Weight Loss Pilot (Lifetime), Way Too Crazy (BET), and Celebrity Stash (BET) from 2019 to 2022.
Lead Editor at Dikembe Mutombo Documentary (Mount Mutombo)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Led editorial for the Dikembe Mutombo documentary Mount Mutombo; directed narrative assembly, pacing, and post-production coordination with producers and color/sound teams.
Visual Effects Editor at Seven Weeks In (Feature)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Visual Effects Editor on the feature Seven Weeks In; oversaw VFX integration and timing across editorial, collaborating with producers and VFX teams.
Finishing Editor at DUTCH (Imani Entertainment)
January 1, 2020 - Present
Finishing Editor on Dutch (Imani Entertainment); managed final polish, color, sound, and deliverables for theatrical/streaming release.
Finishing Editor at REAL TALK (Imani Entertainment)
January 1, 2020 - Present
Finishing Editor on Real Talk (Imani Entertainment); performed final cut polish and delivery to network.
Lead Editor at Caller ID: Entity (Tiger Eyes Media)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Lead Editor on Caller ID: Entity; directed editorial workflow, assembly, and quality control for the feature.
Lead Editor at Rhythm and Smoke (Pioneer)
January 1, 2012 - Present
Lead Editor for Rhythm and Smoke; oversaw editorial assembly and post-production workflow.
Lead Editor at Better Living Through Circuitry (Seven Arts)
January 1, 2000 - Present
Lead Editor on the feature Better Living Through Circuitry; editing and coordinating post-production.
Editor at Booktube - Michelle Obama
January 1, 2019 - Present
Editor on Booktube project featuring Michelle Obama; cut, assembled, and polished sequences.
Lead Editor, Sizzle Editor at The Family Crews, 1 and 2 (BET)
January 1, 2010 - Present
Lead editor and sizzle/presentation editor for BET series; crafted editorial packages and presentation edits.
Lead Editor at Welcome to Fairfax (Pivot)
January 1, 2014 - Present
Lead editor for series pilot; established cut direction and delivered final edits.

Education

BFA at School of the Art Institute of Chicago
September 1, 1983 - May 30, 1985
BFA at School of the Art Institute of Chicago
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999
BFA at School of the Art Institute of Chicago
January 11, 2030 - August 5, 2025
BFA at School of the Art Institute of Chicago
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025

Qualifications

BFA
February 6, 2025 - February 6, 2025
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
HEALING THROUGH WRITING
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
THE PERFECT WORKOUT
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
ULTIMATE SURVEILLANCE - Directed and Edited staff training DVD
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Grammy Winner – Editor, Charlie Wilson “There Goes My Baby”
January 11, 2030 - August 5, 2025
Golden Globe Nominee – Producer/Editor, Dolly Parton “Girl In The Movies”
January 11, 2030 - August 5, 2025
MTV Best New Artist – Editor, Eminem “My Name Is…”
January 11, 2030 - August 5, 2025
Janet DuBois Award - Pan-African Film Festival "Mount Mutombo" documentary
January 11, 2030 - August 5, 2025
IDA Nominee – Editor, Targeted
January 11, 2030 - August 5, 2025
Silver Hugo Award – Director/Editor, Soundgarden “Jesus Christ Pose”
January 11, 2030 - August 5, 2025
MTV Top 5 Europe – Director/Editor, Clawfinger “Pin Me Down”
January 11, 2030 - August 5, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods