I'm Craig Vandeman, a seasoned post-production professional based in Malibu. , and more.

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I’m Craig Vandeman, a seasoned post-production professional based in Malibu. With more than 25 years steering high-stakes unscripted television, I’ve led editorial teams on series for Discovery Channel, CNBC, E!, and more. I’m known for shaping efficient workflows, guiding creative teams, and delivering network-ready episodes on tight timelines.

I’m also open to pivoting from a prolific freelance track into a staff leadership role to apply my deep expertise in project management, personnel supervision, and technical operations. I thrive when turning complex post-production lifecycles into clear plans, coordinating with story producers and engineers alike, and maintaining quality from ingest to final delivery.

  • Joined February 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services

Projects · 1

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  • Video Editor

Work experience· 4 roles

Lead Editor / Finishing Editor · Freelance (Key Networks: Discovery Channel, CNBC, E!, VH-1, Animal Planet)Jan 2001 – Present · 25 yrs 11 mos

Directed teams of Assistant Editors and Editors to ensure stylistic consistency and deadline adherence. Provided time-to-completion estimates and resource forecasting for production companies. Architected end-to-end post-production workflows, including bin organization and ingestion protocols. Managed the final finishing phase to deliver network-ready episodes, coordinating with story producers and technical staff.

Assistant Editor · Various ProductionsJan 1997 – Jan 2001 · 4 yrs 1 mo

Managed high-volume media ingestion and organization for fast-paced unscripted projects; maintained technical integrity of edit suites and facilitated seamless hand-offs between production and post.

Corporate IT Specialist · Amgen PharmaceuticalsJan 1996 – Jan 1997 · 1 yr 1 mo

Provided high-level technical support for corporate networks; executed hardware upgrades and system configurations, ensuring uptime for critical business systems.

Professional Musician · Various Tours/BandsJan 1989 – Jan 1996 · 7 yrs 1 mo

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Music Recording Arts & Sciences · University of Southern California (USC)2030 – 2026

Certifications and awards

Avid Certified User (Legacy Certification)2030 – 2026

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