I am a visual storyteller who believes in letting my edits speak louder than words. I thrive in the dynamic environment of post-production, whether working independently from start to finish or collaborating with teams that include CGI artists and colorists. My work blends rhythm and emotion to create memorable content. I'm also enthusiastic about incorporating AI tools into my workflow—not as a replacement for creativity but as a way to enhance it and keep the flame burning bright. With several years of experience editing commercial videos, managing social media campaigns, and collaborating closely with clients and creatives, I bring both technical skill and creative insight to every project. Let's create something that sticks together.

Elena Usiatinski

I am a visual storyteller who believes in letting my edits speak louder than words. I thrive in the dynamic environment of post-production, whether working independently from start to finish or collaborating with teams that include CGI artists and colorists. My work blends rhythm and emotion to create memorable content. I'm also enthusiastic about incorporating AI tools into my workflow—not as a replacement for creativity but as a way to enhance it and keep the flame burning bright. With several years of experience editing commercial videos, managing social media campaigns, and collaborating closely with clients and creatives, I bring both technical skill and creative insight to every project. Let's create something that sticks together.

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I am a visual storyteller who believes in letting my edits speak louder than words. I thrive in the dynamic environment of post-production, whether working independently from start to finish or collaborating with teams that include CGI artists and colorists. My work blends rhythm and emotion to create memorable content. I’m also enthusiastic about incorporating AI tools into my workflow—not as a replacement for creativity but as a way to enhance it and keep the flame burning bright.

With several years of experience editing commercial videos, managing social media campaigns, and collaborating closely with clients and creatives, I bring both technical skill and creative insight to every project. Let’s create something that sticks together.

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Language

English
Fluent
Ukrainian
Fluent
Russian
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Video Editor at Beside Production
November 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
- Edited 100+ commercial videos with a positive client and audience feedback - Organized shoots and productions - Collaborated with clients to develop creative concepts for video projects - Developed budgets and timelines
Video Editor at Nosh Food Films
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Edited TVCs, OLVs, DOOH, 360 campaigns, and social videos. Worked on global localization and modular campaigns with over 1000 assets. Collaborated with CGI, 3D, SFX, and VFX artists to elevate production levels. Partnered with post-producers, creatives, directors, and agencies to maximize project potential. Provided mentorship to junior editors and incorporated AI tools into workflows.
Video Lead at Whip Creative Studio
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Created and managed videos and commercials for all social media campaigns of the studio. Managed post-production workflows to ensure timely video delivery. Worked directly with clients to understand their vision and crafted unique video editing styles.
Video Editor at Freelance
January 1, 2017 - March 31, 2023
- Edited ads, and brand campaigns for clients in various industries - Shot and edited content for social media platforms (Instagram, YouTube, TikTok) and websites with a focus on engagement - Produced corporate training videos and internal communications materials - Conducted camera work for interviews, and product shoots, events, ensuring high-quality footage - Collaborated with directors, producers, and content creators to develop video concepts and storyboards - Captured still photography for marketing materials, websites, and social media campaigns - Performed color grading, sound design, and motion graphics for polished final products - Edited documentaries with a focus on storytelling and pacing - Delivered final video files in multiple formats for distribution across various platforms and regions

Education

BA at International Christian University (ICU), Kyiv
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
BA at ICU, Kyiv
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012

Qualifications

Ai Filmmaking Course
January 1, 2025 - July 8, 2025
VFX in commercials and movies
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Feature Film Lighting, Camera, and Storytelling
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Cinematic Color Grading
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Film Editing - Certified in Premier Pro, DaVinci, Avid Media Composer
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Ai Filmmaking Course
January 1, 2025 - July 9, 2025
VFX in commercials and movies
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Feature Film Lighting, Camera, and Storytelling
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Cinematic Color Grading
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Film Editing - Certified in Premier Pro, DaVinci, Avid Media Composer
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications