Hi, I'm Josh Zup, a creative and technically advanced video editor with over six years of professional experience and more than 15 years of hands-on expertise. I specialize in leading end-to-end post-production on a variety of projects including branded content, commercials, real estate showcases, podcasts, and social-first media. I pride myself on owning the entire editing pipeline from raw footage to final delivery, bringing a sharp eye for visual effects, motion graphics, sound design, and color grading. I've worked directly with clients to incorporate feedback and mentor other editors, all while delivering polished, story-driven videos under tight timelines. Skilled in Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Davinci Resolve, I’m passionate about visual storytelling, pacing, style matching, and maintaining brand consistency.

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Hi, I'm Josh Zup, a creative and technically advanced video editor with over six years of professional experience and more than 15 years of hands-on expertise. I specialize in leading end-to-end post-production on a variety of projects including branded content, commercials, real estate showcases, podcasts, and social-first media. I pride myself on owning the entire editing pipeline from raw footage to final delivery, bringing a sharp eye for visual effects, motion graphics, sound design, and color grading. I've worked directly with clients to incorporate feedback and mentor other editors, all while delivering polished, story-driven videos under tight timelines. Skilled in Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Davinci Resolve, I’m passionate about visual storytelling, pacing, style matching, and maintaining brand consistency.

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Hi, I’m Josh Zup, a creative and technically advanced video editor with over six years of professional experience and more than 15 years of hands-on expertise. I specialize in leading end-to-end post-production on a variety of projects including branded content, commercials, real estate showcases, podcasts, and social-first media. I pride myself on owning the entire editing pipeline from raw footage to final delivery, bringing a sharp eye for visual effects, motion graphics, sound design, and color grading.

I’ve worked directly with clients to incorporate feedback and mentor other editors, all while delivering polished, story-driven videos under tight timelines. Skilled in Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Davinci Resolve, I’m passionate about visual storytelling, pacing, style matching, and maintaining brand consistency.

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Work Experience

Lead Content Editor at Rockrose Productions
April 1, 2024 - Present
Led post-production for the Content Management division, overseeing the editorial process from ingest to final delivery across branded, commercial, and editorial formats. Edited over 100 projects including branded campaigns, real estate showcases, interviews, podcasts, montages, and social-first verticals, adapting seamlessly to each project's style and tone. Reviewed peer edits ensuring client feedback was incorporated and final products met creative standards. Delivered client-ready final assets balancing creative integrity, feedback cycles, and deadlines. Used a hybrid tool-set (Final Cut Pro, Premiere, After Effects, Resolve) to produce polished edits under tight timelines with advanced VFX, motion graphics, sound design, and color correction. Showcased versatility by adapting creatively across formats and brand identities.
Lead Video Editor at Vision 360 Media
September 30, 2024 - July 24, 2025
Led post-production for diverse client content including branded videos, real estate walk-throughs, short films, brand stories, podcasts, and corporate promos. Managed the entire post pipeline including media organization, rough and fine cuts, audio leveling, color correction, and QC delivery. Crafted emotionally resonant edits using music, pacing, motion graphics, and sound design primarily using Adobe Premiere and After Effects. Balanced client timelines and project scopes with speed and focus, consistently delivering high-quality assets under tight deadlines. Delivered polished visual products using Adobe Creative Suite and Davinci Resolve, ensuring creative consistency across all content types.
Freelance Video Editor / Videographer
November 1, 2019 - Present
Partnered with independent clients across food, retail, and music industries to create custom video content including music videos, brand promos, interviews, and short-form digital campaigns. Directed, filmed, and edited full-cycle productions for weddings, brand stories, and commercial content, often serving as a one-person crew from concept to final delivery. Produced polished, high-impact visuals using Final Cut Pro, Premiere, Resolve, and After Effects, integrating visual effects, audio mixing, and color grading to elevate creative execution. Earned repeat clients through creative direction, reliability, and ability to deliver standout work on time and on brand.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Academy of Art University
September 1, 2013 - April 30, 2016

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Retail, Professional Services
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