Looks like you have JavaScript disabled. For the full Twine experience, you will need to re-enable it.

Hi, I'm Jacob Held, a resourceful and creative videographer and editor with a BFA in Film. I specialize in crafting dynamic visual content for lifestyle, skate, and fashion brands with a particular focus on authentic storytelling and polished final edits. Whether behind the camera or in the editing suite, I bring hands-on expertise in filming, color grading, and post-production workflows to deliver engaging, brand-aligned visuals. I thrive in fast-paced production environments and enjoy collaborating closely with creative teams and clients to bring concepts to life. With skills ranging from capturing genuine moments on location to refining footage through editing and color correction, I aim to create compelling stories that resonate and elevate the brand’s visual presence.…Hi, I'm Jacob Held, a resourceful and creative videographer and editor with a BFA in Film. I specialize in crafting dynamic visual content for lifestyle, skate, and fashion brands with a particular focus on authentic storytelling and polished final edits. Whether behind the camera or in the editing suite, I bring hands-on expertise in filming, color grading, and post-production workflows to deliver engaging, brand-aligned visuals. I thrive in fast-paced production environments and enjoy collaborating closely with creative teams and clients to bring concepts to life. With skills ranging from capturing genuine moments on location to refining footage through editing and color correction, I aim to create compelling stories that resonate and elevate the brand’s visual presence.

Jacob Held

Video Editor, Videographer, Assistant Editor, +5





Hi, I'm Jacob Held, a resourceful and creative videographer and editor with a BFA in Film. I specialize in crafting dynamic visual content for lifestyle, skate, and fashion brands with a particular focus on authentic storytelling and polished final edits. Whether behind the camera or in the editing suite, I bring hands-on expertise in filming, color grading, and post-production workflows to deliver engaging, brand-aligned visuals. I thrive in fast-paced production environments and enjoy collaborating closely with creative teams and clients to bring concepts to life. With skills ranging from capturing genuine moments on location to refining footage through editing and color correction, I aim to create compelling stories that resonate and elevate the brand’s visual presence.…Hi, I'm Jacob Held, a resourceful and creative videographer and editor with a BFA in Film. I specialize in crafting dynamic visual content for lifestyle, skate, and fashion brands with a particular focus on authentic storytelling and polished final edits. Whether behind the camera or in the editing suite, I bring hands-on expertise in filming, color grading, and post-production workflows to deliver engaging, brand-aligned visuals. I thrive in fast-paced production environments and enjoy collaborating closely with creative teams and clients to bring concepts to life. With skills ranging from capturing genuine moments on location to refining footage through editing and color correction, I aim to create compelling stories that resonate and elevate the brand’s visual presence.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Jacob Held, a resourceful and creative videographer and editor with a BFA in Film. I specialize in crafting dynamic visual content for lifestyle, skate, and fashion brands with a particular focus on authentic storytelling and polished final edits. Whether behind the camera or in the editing suite, I bring hands-on expertise in filming, color grading, and post-production workflows to deliver engaging, brand-aligned visuals.

I thrive in fast-paced production environments and enjoy collaborating closely with creative teams and clients to bring concepts to life. With skills ranging from capturing genuine moments on location to refining footage through editing and color correction, I aim to create compelling stories that resonate and elevate the brand’s visual presence.

Skills

Product Video

Promo Video

Adobe Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Corporate Video

Experience Level

Product Video

Expert

Promo Video

Expert

Adobe Premiere Pro

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Corporate Video

Intermediate

Video Advert

Intermediate

Social Media Design

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Second Camera, Assistant Editor at Faherty

January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021

Remote catalog shoot for the Faherty Brothers lifestyle clothing brand on location in Costa Rica. Served as second camera recording and capturing moments for the new season's clothing line. This role required shooting footage and stills on a boat, in the water, or at dinner in the evenings capturing impromptu moments. At night assisted editing with the head cameraman.

Solo Videographer, Editor at RVCA

May 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024

Commissioned to create a short minute and a half video with rider Liam Tishibi for RVCA. Shot and edited footage of skating and city scenes over a few days, using an HPX170 camera with a fish eye lens, sometimes on a skateboard to achieve dynamic shots.

Editor at Splits59

January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Editing videos of models wearing company products for ecommerce website, including tasks such as color grading and cropping.

Editor at Splits59

January 1, 2025 - Present

Edited and color graded ecommerce model videos to present apparel in clean, brand-aligned formats optimized for digital display. Refined visual assets ensuring color accuracy and consistency, increasing visual trust for online shoppers. Cropped videos for platform compatibility while preserving garment detail and motion clarity. Applied editorial judgment in selecting model takes that best showcased fit, movement, and product styling. Balanced speed and precision to meet multiple weekly content deadlines for a fast-paced production pipeline. Collaborated with internal creative teams to ensure visual tone met campaign style guides and seasonal trends. Monitored upload specs and optimized final files for web performance. Documented best practices for recurring edits, improving workflow for future editors.

Solo Videographer/Editor at RVCA

January 1, 2024 - Present

Developed cinematic short-form video projects from concept through delivery, including storyboarding, capturing b-roll, directing subjects, and refining visuals through post-production tools. Coordinated location scouting and talent movement to enhance dynamic camera work, especially for high-action mobile shots filmed on skateboard. Spearheaded all project phases, ensuring final deliverables met branding goals with quick turnaround for fashion, sports, and lifestyle clients. Engineered handheld immersive visuals using HPX170 with fish-eye lens to capture authentic skate footage, enhancing client digital content reach. Maintained collaborative client communication to adjust creative direction and integrate visual tone. Performed detailed post-production including sound syncing, transitions, music layering, and sophisticated color correction using Adobe Premiere and DaVinci Resolve.

Second Camera/Assistant Editor at Faherty

December 31, 2021 - July 26, 2025

Captured high-quality b-roll as second camera on remote lifestyle shoot in diverse environments such as ocean settings and nighttime dinners. Supported primary director of photography by anticipating subject movements for smooth multi-camera coverage. Assisted with nightly editing tasks including organizing, cutting, and syncing footage to maintain continuity. Managed secure file transfers and coordinated communications across time zones to streamline team collaboration. Adapted to lighting and logistical challenges on location to uphold quality standards under pressure. Contributed unscripted candid moments to seasonal launch video capturing lifestyle essence. Provided artistic input during post-review sessions shaping final narrative arc.