I’m a highly seasoned video editor with over 20 years of real-world experience across broadcast television, documentary, and short-form digital content. I’ve worked on everything from hit series to pilot pitches, and more recently I’ve brought that same storytelling discipline and production rigor into social media and online projects.
Editing has been my core passion for the past two decades. I genuinely enjoy the challenge of shaping a story—whether the footage is beautifully organized or completely run-and-gun. I’m comfortable jumping into any workflow, finding the narrative thread, and delivering strong, confident cuts under pressure.
Alongside editing, I’m an avid photographer and videographer, having collaborated with exceptional on-camera talent over the years. That background has sharpened my eye for pacing, performance, and how to make people look their best on screen—something clients consistently appreciate. One thing has remained true throughout my career: people who work with me want to work with me again.
I work remotely with clients worldwide and integrate easily into existing teams, taking ownership of post-production so projects move faster and smoother from day one.
Video Editing
Getting it shot is one thing—making it sing is another. With 20+ years of experience telling every kind of story, I know how to shape footage into something engaging, intentional, and effective.
Motion Graphics
From show opens and lower thirds to stylized text, glitch transitions, and visual enhancements—it’s not “fix it in post,” it’s “make it sing.” Highly experienced in After Effects, Generative AI, Photoshop, and integrated workflows.
Sound Design
Audio is a character of its own. From the tension of true crime to the warmth of lifestyle content, I love shaping sound to support mood, rhythm, and story.
Photography & Design
Not everything is time-based. I’m a photographer and graphic designer at heart, creating strong visual stories through landscape and street photography, promotional imagery, posters, and digital assets.
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I worked as an editor on Fixer Upper for 4 of it’s 5 seasons, and was lead editor for 2 of them. The show was a blast, and I was constantly entertained by Chip’s on screen antics. I was responsible for maintaining consistency throughout the show, traning new editors to the team, and keeping the machine running on time and efficiently.
An oldie but goodie. This was one of my favorite seires to work on, a scripted/improv reality show about the hustle taxi-cab company in Branson Missouri. The cast was hysterical and editing this was a pure delight.
A fun scouting mission turned into an unexpected Lisbon adventure!
Ever have a photowalk go sideways? The plan? Map out the best spots for an upcoming photo walk. The reality? We found hidden gems, got sidetracked by golden hour magic, and ended up at one of my favorite murals in the city. Along the way, we also figured out exactly when NOT to arrive at a certain garden (oops).
One of my favorite moments? The striking rainbow tile mural by Eduardo Nery, tucked under the gritty Alcântara overpass. The contrast of vibrant design and urban textures made for some incredible shots!
Follow me on an intense photography mission to capture the moon rising perfectly behind the Cristo Rei statue in Lisbon. Inspired by a previous shot taken by a friend, Dmitri, I meticulously plan the exact location and timing using the PhotoPills app to ensure the alignment is flawless. But when I arrive at the spot, the city has put up barriers to keep mefrom going there.
Changing plans, I opt for the next best location as the clock starts ticking… But it becomes clear the new spot is not going to work. Do I stay and see what I get? Or risk missing it all to jump the fence and go were I originally planned. You’ll have to watch and see.
This video was shot with the help of the following photographers, please give them a shout out and like on their Instagrams:
Dmitry- YT: @DmitryRukhlenko IG: @dmitry_rukhlenko
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