Hi there! I'm Elise Dahlstedt, a passionate filmmaker and editor based in Chicago. I’ve been building hands-on experience through student projects, internships, and production roles, focusing on storytelling, collaboration, and creative problem-solving. I love bringing ideas to life from planning to post, wearing multiple hats like director, editor, and costume designer. I'm excited to continue growing in film and television production and contribute to dynamic teams.…

Elise Dahlstedt

Hi there! I'm Elise Dahlstedt, a passionate filmmaker and editor based in Chicago. I’ve been building hands-on experience through student projects, internships, and production roles, focusing on storytelling, collaboration, and creative problem-solving. I love bringing ideas to life from planning to post, wearing multiple hats like director, editor, and costume designer. I'm excited to continue growing in film and television production and contribute to dynamic teams.…

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Hi there! I’m Elise Dahlstedt, a passionate filmmaker and editor based in Chicago. I’ve been building hands-on experience through student projects, internships, and production roles, focusing on storytelling, collaboration, and creative problem-solving.

I love bringing ideas to life from planning to post, wearing multiple hats like director, editor, and costume designer. I’m excited to continue growing in film and television production and contribute to dynamic teams.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Task Associate at Ulta
September 1, 2024 - Present
Effectively communicated to fellow team members to uphold safety policies and solve any issues; performed daily tasks such as carefully organizing shelves, stocking, and assisting customers.
Assistant Editing Intern at The Red Doors Films
March 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Assisted in assembling string-outs and fulfilled editing tasks assigned by the director; monitored social media as well as assisted with research and organization of archival media; maintained thorough communication with the director, producer, and team of interns to ensure maximum efficiency and prioritization of tasks for each shift.
Task Assistant at Ulta
September 1, 2024 - Present
Effectively communicated to fellow team members to uphold safety policies and solve any issues; performed daily tasks such as carefully organizing shelves, stocking, and assisting customers.
Assistant Editing Intern at The Red Door Films
March 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Monitored social media as well as assisted with research and organization of archival media; maintained thorough communication with the director, producer, and team of interns to ensure maximum efficiency and best prioritization of tasks for each shift.
Task Associate at Ulta
September 1, 2024 - Present
Effectively communicated to fellow team members to uphold safety policies and solve any issues. Performed daily tasks such as carefully organizing shelves, stocking, and assisting customers.
Assistant Editing Intern at The Red Door Films
March 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Assisted in assembling string-outs and fulfilled editing tasks assigned by the director. Monitored social media as well as assisted with research and organization of archival media. Maintained thorough communication with the director, producer, and team of interns to ensure maximum efficiency and best prioritization of tasks for each shift.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies at Northern Illinois University
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2022
Bachelor of Arts in Film and Television Production at Columbia College Chicago
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
Bachelor of Arts at Northern Illinois University
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2022
Bachelor of Arts in Film and Television Production at Columbia College Chicago
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies at Columbia College Chicago
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2022
Bachelor of Arts in Film and Television Production at Columbia College Chicago
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies at Northern Illinois University
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2022
Bachelor of Arts in Film and Television Production at Columbia College Chicago
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other