Eager recent graduate of the Peck School of the Arts at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a BFA in Film. Motivated by detail-oriented work and invigorated by tasks that require a deep level of focus and attention. Passionate about bringing important stories to life through impactful video editing.

Maxwell Jacobson

Eager recent graduate of the Peck School of the Arts at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a BFA in Film. Motivated by detail-oriented work and invigorated by tasks that require a deep level of focus and attention. Passionate about bringing important stories to life through impactful video editing.

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Eager recent graduate of the Peck School of the Arts at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a BFA in Film.
Motivated by detail-oriented work and invigorated by tasks that require a deep level of focus and attention. Passionate about bringing important stories to life through impactful video editing.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Video Editor & Production Assistant at Freelance
December 1, 2025 - Present
Freelance video editor and production assistant with proficiency in the Adobe Suite; responsible for editing workflows from rough cuts to final cuts, sound mixing and editing, color correction, and collaboration with project teams on shot ideas and interview questions.
Video Editor at Peck School of the Arts, UW-Milwaukee
December 1, 2025 - Present
Video editing and post-production for educational projects; editing dailies, sound mixing, and color correction; proficient in Adobe Creative Suite.
Director, Teaching Truth (Senior Thesis Film) at UW Milwaukee Documentary Media Center
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Directed a senior thesis documentary; edited dailies from multiple sources; collaborated with client to define goals and desired outcomes; gained experience in fast-paced, turnaround environments.
Video Editor at Documentary Media Center, Peck School of the Arts, UW-Milwaukee
September 1, 2023 - Present
Edited footage from multiple sources to assemble a 10-minute documentary in an educational setting; collaborated with clients to discuss project goals and desired outcomes; incorporated feedback to realize the client’s vision; performed color correction, sound design, and final delivery using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.
Production Assistant (Freelance) at Documentary Media Center, Peck School of the Arts, UW-Milwaukee
September 1, 2023 - Present
Supported on-set operations during a three-day short-film shoot (Hiawatha): assisted Art PA duties, locked down sets, wrangled actors, and coordinated on-location tasks to keep the production moving smoothly.
Director (Senior Thesis Film) – Teaching Truth at UWM, Documentary Media Center, Peck School of the Arts
January 1, 2024 - Present
Directed a senior thesis film as part of the Documentary Media Center program, collaborating with crew and integrating feedback to shape the film's vision.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts: Film at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Peck School of the Arts
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Certificate: Digital Fabrication & Design at Peck School of the Arts, UW-Milwaukee
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts: Film at University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Certificate: Digital Fabrication & Design at Peck School of the Arts, UW-Milwaukee
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film at University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (Peck School of the Arts)
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025
Digital Fabrication & Design Certificate at Peck School of the Arts, University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2026

Qualifications

Certificate: Digital Fabrication & Design
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2026
Digital Fabrication & Design Certificate
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other
    paper SSC 10 Year Fundraising Video

    Promotional video for fundraising purposes created for Sheboygan Senior Community.

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