Hi, I'm Finn D’Arsie, a passionate film editor and cinematographer with experience working on exciting projects at film festivals and production companies. I enjoy collaborating with creative teams to bring stories to life through detailed editing, creative problem solving, and technical skills in video and audio production. I’m always eager to learn and adapt to new challenges in the fast-paced world of film production. With a background in fine arts from Concordia University and hands-on experience with various editing software and filming techniques, I take pride in delivering polished, compelling videos that meet client and director visions. I’m a team player with a strong narrative intuition and a keen eye for detail, ready to contribute my skills to future productions.

Finn D’Arsie

Hi, I'm Finn D’Arsie, a passionate film editor and cinematographer with experience working on exciting projects at film festivals and production companies. I enjoy collaborating with creative teams to bring stories to life through detailed editing, creative problem solving, and technical skills in video and audio production. I’m always eager to learn and adapt to new challenges in the fast-paced world of film production. With a background in fine arts from Concordia University and hands-on experience with various editing software and filming techniques, I take pride in delivering polished, compelling videos that meet client and director visions. I’m a team player with a strong narrative intuition and a keen eye for detail, ready to contribute my skills to future productions.

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Hi, I’m Finn D’Arsie, a passionate film editor and cinematographer with experience working on exciting projects at film festivals and production companies. I enjoy collaborating with creative teams to bring stories to life through detailed editing, creative problem solving, and technical skills in video and audio production. I’m always eager to learn and adapt to new challenges in the fast-paced world of film production.

With a background in fine arts from Concordia University and hands-on experience with various editing software and filming techniques, I take pride in delivering polished, compelling videos that meet client and director visions. I’m a team player with a strong narrative intuition and a keen eye for detail, ready to contribute my skills to future productions.

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Language

English
Fluent
Italian
Advanced

Work Experience

Film Editor at Concordia Film Festival
April 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024
Reviewed rough cuts, fine cuts, and audio mixes prior to final delivery. Transferred media from multiple sources onto hard drives. Edited audio to remove mistakes and ensure volume consistency. Selected effective shots for drama and story relevance and implemented various editing techniques like video stabilization, colour correction, and graphics. Trimmed and reassembled film segments to maximize story impact. Created fluid and seamless scene transitions.
Production Assistant at Couzin Films
December 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Transported and set up production equipment on site. Managed efficient setup and teardown of production equipment and props. Developed strong communication skills collaborating with producers, directors, and actors. Adapted quickly to production process changes and transported props as needed throughout filming.
Film Editor and Cinematographer at Thrive Collective McGill
April 1, 2019 - May 31, 2020
Produced high-quality videos within budget while developing creative solutions to enhance visuals and sound. Organized raw footage into logical sequences, collaborated with directors and producers, monitored project progress against deadlines, and manipulated audio, color, and lighting for video quality. Composed shots, confirmed final product met creative requirements, and ensured proper framing and focus during recording.
Videographer at Fantasia International Film Festival
July 1, 2024 - July 31, 2024
Managed real-time filming during live events, tracking moving subjects and adjusting to lighting conditions. Planned and coordinated shoots with clients and professionals. Delivered projects on time under pressure. Operated studio and field video equipment while resolving exposure and movement challenges. Developed extensive camera setting knowledge and scouted filming/lighting requirements.
Film Editor at Concordia Film Festival
April 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024
Reviewed rough cuts, fine cuts, and audio mixes prior to final delivery. Transferred original media from multiple sources onto hard drives for editing. Edited audio to remove mistakes and ensure consistent volume levels. Selected shots for drama and story relevance, implementing editing techniques to enhance video quality such as stabilization, colour correction, and graphics. Trimmed and reassembled film segments to maximize storytelling impact and ensured fluid, seamless scene transitions.
Production Assistant at Couzin Films
December 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Transported and set up production equipment on site efficiently. Coordinated with producers, directors, and actors using strong communication skills. Adapted quickly to changes during production and managed props transportation throughout filming. Gained familiarity with production concepts and requirements.
Film Editor and Cinematographer at Thrive Collective McGill
April 1, 2019 - May 31, 2020
Produced high-quality videos within budget parameters. Developed creative solutions to enhance visual effects and sound quality. Organized raw material for editing, collaborating with directors and producers. Manipulated audio, colour, and lighting to improve video quality. Composed shots using film techniques and monitored project deadlines. Recorded and optimized footage for multiple mediums, assembling fluid and logical sequences aligned with scripts and director instructions.
Videographer at Fantasia International Film Festival
July 1, 2024 - July 31, 2024
Managed real-time filming during live events, tracking moving subjects and adapting to lighting changes while maintaining focus. Planned and coordinated shoots with clients and production teams. Operated and maintained studio and field video equipment, resolving exposure and movement issues. Developed knowledge of camera settings and assessed filming and lighting requirements at locations.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Concordia University
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2024
Ontario Secondary School Diploma at Rosedale Heights School of the Arts
January 1, 2013 - June 30, 2017
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Concordia University
January 1, 2021 - June 30, 2025
Ontario Secondary School Diploma at Rosedale Heights School of the Arts
January 1, 2013 - June 30, 2017

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Non-Profit Organization