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Michael Seidl

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Video Editing veteran with over 20 years of experience. I specialize in long form, explainers, interviews, podcasts, and news package style.

Projects · 4

A cut down from a long form for a Spiritual Advisor.

  • Video Editor

Work experience

Senior Manager / Theater Manager · Emagine EntertainmentJul 2025 – Sep 2025 · 3 mos

Pitched and implemented a specialized screening model adopted chain-wide to drive attendance. Managed complex event rollouts across multiple sites, integrating live production and on-screen content. Built a multi-location video archive system to centralize historical media and event documentation. Shot and edited short-form promotional content for in-theater and digital signage use. Supported rollout and testing of new Cinema Solutions ordering system, providing UX and QA feedback. Launched in-house morale campaigns using internal contests and staff-generated video content. Mentored over 15 leaders, several of whom advanced to regional and corporate roles.

Video Editor & Post-Production Specialist · Seidl EditsJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Freelance post-production work applying over two decades of experience to create challenge-based YouTube Shorts, long-form social cuts, faceless explainers, and hosted content. Built clean, structured workflows and delivered polished edits under tight deadlines.

Head of Post Production · Concept CommunicationsNov 2017 – Sep 2025 · 7 yrs 11 mos

Led post-production for serialized and custom video projects, managing editing, sound, graphics, and final delivery. Designed a metadata-driven asset system with 40,000+ media files. Migrated the client video library to a brand-ed, searchable Vimeo platform aligned with a web UX redesign. Delivered training, onboarding, and workflow docs to streamline studio operations. Edited corporate videos, sizzle reels, and training content on tight deadlines. Directed editors and assistants through a 4-week structured onboarding program. Authored company-wide IT protocols and helped define studio HR policies including PTO and paternity leave.

Education

Cinematic Studies coursework · Oakland Community College2030 – 2025

Certifications and awards

Best Film – 48 Hour Film Project Detroit, 20182030 – 2025
Serve Safe Certified2030 – 2025
Outstanding Customer Service Award – Meijer Inc.2030 – 2025

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