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Hi, I’m James Berkenkamp, an experienced assistant editor and editor specializing in film, television, and digital content. I’ve been fortunate to work on a diverse range of projects, from documentaries and unscripted series to reality shows and scripted comedy specials. My passion lies in shaping stories through the power of editing and post-production techniques that bring visual narratives to life. With years of experience in the industry, I am proficient in various editing software and workflows. I’m a dedicated team player and always eager to take on challenges that push the boundaries of my craft. Editing is not just my job – it’s my creative outlet, and I enjoy contributing to projects that connect with audiences on a meaningful level.…Hi, I’m James Berkenkamp, an experienced assistant editor and editor specializing in film, television, and digital content. I’ve been fortunate to work on a diverse range of projects, from documentaries and unscripted series to reality shows and scripted comedy specials. My passion lies in shaping stories through the power of editing and post-production techniques that bring visual narratives to life. With years of experience in the industry, I am proficient in various editing software and workflows. I’m a dedicated team player and always eager to take on challenges that push the boundaries of my craft. Editing is not just my job – it’s my creative outlet, and I enjoy contributing to projects that connect with audiences on a meaningful level.

James Berkenkamp

Assistant Editor, Post-Production, Video Editor, +1

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Hi, I’m James Berkenkamp, an experienced assistant editor and editor specializing in film, television, and digital content. I’ve been fortunate to work on a diverse range of projects, from documentaries and unscripted series to reality shows and scripted comedy specials. My passion lies in shaping stories through the power of editing and post-production techniques that bring visual narratives to life. With years of experience in the industry, I am proficient in various editing software and workflows. I’m a dedicated team player and always eager to take on challenges that push the boundaries of my craft. Editing is not just my job – it’s my creative outlet, and I enjoy contributing to projects that connect with audiences on a meaningful level.…Hi, I’m James Berkenkamp, an experienced assistant editor and editor specializing in film, television, and digital content. I’ve been fortunate to work on a diverse range of projects, from documentaries and unscripted series to reality shows and scripted comedy specials. My passion lies in shaping stories through the power of editing and post-production techniques that bring visual narratives to life. With years of experience in the industry, I am proficient in various editing software and workflows. I’m a dedicated team player and always eager to take on challenges that push the boundaries of my craft. Editing is not just my job – it’s my creative outlet, and I enjoy contributing to projects that connect with audiences on a meaningful level.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m James Berkenkamp, an experienced assistant editor and editor specializing in film, television, and digital content. I’ve been fortunate to work on a diverse range of projects, from documentaries and unscripted series to reality shows and scripted comedy specials. My passion lies in shaping stories through the power of editing and post-production techniques that bring visual narratives to life.

With years of experience in the industry, I am proficient in various editing software and workflows. I’m a dedicated team player and always eager to take on challenges that push the boundaries of my craft. Editing is not just my job – it’s my creative outlet, and I enjoy contributing to projects that connect with audiences on a meaningful level.

Skills

Avid media composer

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe After Effects

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Adobe Photoshop

Experience Level

Avid media composer

Expert

Adobe Premiere Pro

Expert

Adobe After Effects

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Intermediate

Adobe Photoshop

Intermediate

Microsoft Excel

Intermediate

Microsoft Word

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Beginner

Work Experience

Lead Assistant Editor at Various Networks and Platforms

January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2025

Led assistant editing roles across multiple film, television, and digital projects, collaborating on a range of genres including documentaries, unscripted series, digital series, scripted comedy specials, and competition series. Responsibilities included managing editing workflows, syncing footage, organizing media, and supervising assistant editors. Notable projects include Creator’s Challenge (Formula E), Caresha for Real (VH1), Yung Miami (BET), and Kevin Hart: Make Your Mark (MasterClass).

Assistant Editor at Various Networks and Production Companies

January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2020

Supported the editing process in feature films, television shows, and unscripted content. Managed editing tasks such as syncing dailies, organizing media, and preparing turnovers for sound, color, and VFX. Contributed to high-profile projects including Cut Throat City (Dionysus Company), Chelsea Does (Netflix), and multiple seasons of Hell’s Kitchen (FOX/ITV Studios).

Editor at Various Networks and Platforms

January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2023

Responsible for editing docuseries, unscripted reality shows, and digital content. Tasks included building and maintaining projects, QC, relinking, conforming, and delivering final masters. Worked on series like Buried in the Backyard (Oxygen), Love & Hip Hop: Where Are They Now (VH1), and Waka & Tammy: What the Flocka (WE Tv).