Hey! I’m Jessica Jones, a documentary filmmaker and editor with a deep love for storytelling that resonates — whether it’s a heartfelt testimonial, a polished campaign, or something in between. I create branded content that’s thoughtful, strategic, and visually compelling, with experience across industries and formats. I’ve edited (and produced) video work for major platforms and companies, including serving as a Creative Producer & Editor for @instagram’s official account — the most viewed social media account in the world, where videos often reach over 2 million views. I was also a Senior Digital Producer at Virta Health, where I helped grow their YouTube presence by 10x, and as a freelance editor, I’ve supported a range of companies and nonprofits. Earlier in my career, I worked as a Project Manager at Udacity — experience that now informs how I bring strong organization into my edits, working closely with clients to stay on schedule, communicate clearly, and deliver polished work efficiently. While many of these roles had “producer” in the title, I was also the lead editor — driving the post-production process and shaping the final story. I understand the importance of staying on-brand, meeting deadlines, and collaborating with multiple stakeholders — all while keeping the creative bar high. Alongside branded work, I bring strong storytelling instincts honed through years of documentary editing. I’ve contributed to films that have streamed on Hulu, Netflix, Disney+, and PBS, and I’ve edited short-form pieces for The New York Times, BBC, and KQED. Whether I’m shaping a polished commercial campaign, an emotionally driven testimonial, or a short doc, my approach is thoughtful, strategic, and grounded in narrative clarity. I love jumping into projects early to help define audience and goals, then working closely with teams to bring stories to life in a way that feels both compelling and cohesive.

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Hey! I’m Jessica Jones, a documentary filmmaker and editor with a deep love for storytelling that resonates — whether it’s a heartfelt testimonial, a polished campaign, or something in between. I create branded content that’s thoughtful, strategic, and visually compelling, with experience across industries and formats. I’ve edited (and produced) video work for major platforms and companies, including serving as a Creative Producer & Editor for @instagram’s official account — the most viewed social media account in the world, where videos often reach over 2 million views. I was also a Senior Digital Producer at Virta Health, where I helped grow their YouTube presence by 10x, and as a freelance editor, I’ve supported a range of companies and nonprofits. Earlier in my career, I worked as a Project Manager at Udacity — experience that now informs how I bring strong organization into my edits, working closely with clients to stay on schedule, communicate clearly, and deliver polished work efficiently. While many of these roles had “producer” in the title, I was also the lead editor — driving the post-production process and shaping the final story. I understand the importance of staying on-brand, meeting deadlines, and collaborating with multiple stakeholders — all while keeping the creative bar high. Alongside branded work, I bring strong storytelling instincts honed through years of documentary editing. I’ve contributed to films that have streamed on Hulu, Netflix, Disney+, and PBS, and I’ve edited short-form pieces for The New York Times, BBC, and KQED. Whether I’m shaping a polished commercial campaign, an emotionally driven testimonial, or a short doc, my approach is thoughtful, strategic, and grounded in narrative clarity. I love jumping into projects early to help define audience and goals, then working closely with teams to bring stories to life in a way that feels both compelling and cohesive.

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Hey! I’m Jessica Jones, a documentary filmmaker and editor with a deep love for storytelling that resonates — whether it’s a heartfelt testimonial, a polished campaign, or something in between. I create branded content that’s thoughtful, strategic, and visually compelling, with experience across industries and formats. I’ve edited (and produced) video work for major platforms and companies, including serving as a Creative Producer & Editor for @instagram’s official account — the most viewed social media account in the world, where videos often reach over 2 million views. I was also a Senior Digital Producer at Virta Health, where I helped grow their YouTube presence by 10x, and as a freelance editor, I’ve supported a range of companies and nonprofits. Earlier in my career, I worked as a Project Manager at Udacity — experience that now informs how I bring strong organization into my edits, working closely with clients to stay on schedule, communicate clearly, and deliver polished work efficiently. While many of these roles had “producer” in the title, I was also the lead editor — driving the post-production process and shaping the final story. I understand the importance of staying on-brand, meeting deadlines, and collaborating with multiple stakeholders — all while keeping the creative bar high.

Alongside branded work, I bring strong storytelling instincts honed through years of documentary editing. I’ve contributed to films that have streamed on Hulu, Netflix, Disney+, and PBS, and I’ve edited short-form pieces for The New York Times, BBC, and KQED. Whether I’m shaping a polished commercial campaign, an emotionally driven testimonial, or a short doc, my approach is thoughtful, strategic, and grounded in narrative clarity. I love jumping into projects early to help define audience and goals, then working closely with teams to bring stories to life in a way that feels both compelling and cohesive.

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Work Experience

Director/Producer/Editor at QED
September 1, 2019 - October 22, 2025
Directed, produced and edited documentaries and short-form content; led post-production and editorial direction.
Associate Producer / Impact Producer at Rada Film Group
January 1, 2016 - October 22, 2025
Assisted in development and production of documentary projects; coordinated outreach and community impact activities.
Video Editor / Producer at Contra Costa Television
June 1, 2014 - October 22, 2025
Edited and produced local TV content; managed post-production workflows.
Video Editor at Guna Foundation
March 1, 2012 - October 22, 2025
Edited and contributed to video content focusing on the arts communities.
Creative Producer / Video Editor at Instagram
September 1, 2022 - October 22, 2025
Co-created and edited micro-series including 'My Black Joy'; supported rapid video production and editorial strategy for the platform.
Senior Video Producer at Virta Health
October 1, 2019 - October 22, 2025
Led end-to-end video production for branded campaigns; shot and edited for health-tech storytelling.
Video Editor, Instructor & Film Maker at Udacity
August 1, 2017 - October 22, 2025
Spearheaded the launch of Udacity’s Virtual Reality Nanodegree, overseeing all phases of content production from pre-visualization to final publishing. Collaborated with video editors, instructional designers, and VR industry experts to produce high-quality immersive educational content. Managed end-to-end video production workflows, ensuring timely delivery and consistency across multiple course modules. Reviewed and provided creative feedback on video edits, motion graphics, and visual assets to maintain brand and educational standards.
Senior Video Producer at Virta Health
October 1, 2019 - October 22, 2025
Led end-to-end production of patient testimonials, educational videos, and marketing campaigns, driving clear storytelling that boosted user engagement and supported clinical outcomes. Coordinated workflows using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, consistently delivering high-quality content to tight deadlines.
Video Editor / Producer at Contra Costa Television
June 1, 2014 - October 22, 2025
Edited and produced local stories for major outlets, assembling raw footage into cohesive narratives and delivering multi-channel coverage with strong color grading, motion graphics, and sound design to maintain editorial standards.
Video Editor at Guna Foundation
March 1, 2012 - October 22, 2025
Edited visuals for features and shorts, collaborating with Emmy-nominated directors to create compelling visuals for major outlets including The New York Times, BBC, Netflix, and Disney+. Built cohesive narratives from raw footage, maintaining color, motion graphics, sound design and pacing.
Associate Producer / Impact Producer at Rada Studio
January 1, 2016 - October 22, 2025
Supported documentary and impact-driven productions, coordinating logistics, casting, and post-production workflows to deliver high-quality content for clients and partners.

Education

Masters Level Certificate in Documentary Filmmaking at George Washington University
January 11, 2011 - December 1, 2011
Bachelor of Science at Northwestern University
September 22, 2025 - June 22, 2006

Qualifications

Emmy Nomination Award (CA)
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025
Award of Excellence, Environmental Film Festival
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025
Scrum Alliance Certificate
January 1, 2011 - October 22, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services