I'm Levent Çelebi, a film editor with a long-standing career in cinema and film since 2003. I specialize in feature films, documentaries, music videos, and commercials, and I bring a sharp eye for pacing, structure, and storytelling to every project. With formal training in photography from Dokuz Eylül University and extensive collaboration with directors such as Erkan Acar, Levent Onan, and Ayşe Polat, I work across international productions, delivering precise, deadline-driven editing that supports creative vision while honoring the editorial discipline demanded by screen storytelling.

Levent Çelebi

I'm Levent Çelebi, a film editor with a long-standing career in cinema and film since 2003. I specialize in feature films, documentaries, music videos, and commercials, and I bring a sharp eye for pacing, structure, and storytelling to every project. With formal training in photography from Dokuz Eylül University and extensive collaboration with directors such as Erkan Acar, Levent Onan, and Ayşe Polat, I work across international productions, delivering precise, deadline-driven editing that supports creative vision while honoring the editorial discipline demanded by screen storytelling.

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I’m Levent Çelebi, a film editor with a long-standing career in cinema and film since 2003. I specialize in feature films, documentaries, music videos, and commercials, and I bring a sharp eye for pacing, structure, and storytelling to every project.

With formal training in photography from Dokuz Eylül University and extensive collaboration with directors such as Erkan Acar, Levent Onan, and Ayşe Polat, I work across international productions, delivering precise, deadline-driven editing that supports creative vision while honoring the editorial discipline demanded by screen storytelling.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Advanced
German
Advanced

Work Experience

Film Editor at Freelance / Independent
January 1, 2003 - Present
Experienced film editor working on feature films, documentaries, music videos, and commercials since 2003. Credits include Ghost Bastard (2023), The Last Dinner (2023), My Father is a Hero (2023), Germany Songs (2023), Weasel (2020), 8 seconds (2015), Bliss (2007), and more.
Film Editor at Various (Selected Filmography)
January 1, 2007 - Present
Film editor with credits on feature films, documentaries, and television projects (selected filmography below). Notable works include Ghost Bastard (2023, Dir. Erkan Acar), The Last Dinner (2023, Dir. Levent Onan), My Father is a Hero (2023, Dir. Orçun Benli), Germany Songs (2023, Dir. Nedim Bora Hazar), Weasel (2020, Dir. Orcun Benli), Saz: The Key of Trust (Doc, 2019, Dir. Stephan Talneau), Dance with the Jackals V (2018, Dir. Murat Seker). I bring precise editing, strong sense of rhythm, and collaboration with directors and producers to create coherent, emotionally resonant stories. Proficient with Final Cut Pro X, DaVinci Resolve Studio, Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere Pro; comfortable working across features, docs, and series, delivering under tight deadlines.

Education

Photography (Non-degree) at Dokuz Eylül University, Faculty of Fine Arts
January 1, 2003 - February 17, 2026
Photography (Non-degree) at Dokuz Eylül University, Faculty of Fine Arts
January 1, 2003 - February 17, 2026

Qualifications

SIYAD Award Nomination - Best Editing
January 1, 2016 - February 17, 2026
SIYAD Award Nomination - Best Editing
January 1, 2007 - February 17, 2026
Bosphorus Film Festival Best Editing - Winner
January 1, 2020 - February 17, 2026
SIYAD Award Nominee Best Editing – Hasret (Nostalgia)
January 1, 2016 - February 17, 2026
SIYAD Award Nominee Best Editing – Bliss (Mutluluk)
January 1, 2007 - February 17, 2026
Bosphorus Film Festival Best Editing winner – Weasel
January 1, 2020 - February 17, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other