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I am a seasoned media professional with a track record across broadcast, digital, and social platforms. I specialize in shaping stories with a hands-on approach from concept to delivery. Proficient in Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere Pro, I’ve produced and edited automotive, lifestyle, and tech content that engages audiences and meets brand goals. I’ve collaborated with Galpin Motors, Motor Trend, Ovation, and other major studios, and I’ve integrated AI-assisted workflows to streamline post-production, organized media archives, and helped launch social footprints. I’m passionate about storytelling and ready to bring creative, production, and technical skills to new challenges.…I am a seasoned media professional with a track record across broadcast, digital, and social platforms. I specialize in shaping stories with a hands-on approach from concept to delivery. Proficient in Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere Pro, I’ve produced and edited automotive, lifestyle, and tech content that engages audiences and meets brand goals. I’ve collaborated with Galpin Motors, Motor Trend, Ovation, and other major studios, and I’ve integrated AI-assisted workflows to streamline post-production, organized media archives, and helped launch social footprints. I’m passionate about storytelling and ready to bring creative, production, and technical skills to new challenges.

Michael Pistello

Video Editor, Writer, Content Producer, +2

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I am a seasoned media professional with a track record across broadcast, digital, and social platforms. I specialize in shaping stories with a hands-on approach from concept to delivery. Proficient in Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere Pro, I’ve produced and edited automotive, lifestyle, and tech content that engages audiences and meets brand goals. I’ve collaborated with Galpin Motors, Motor Trend, Ovation, and other major studios, and I’ve integrated AI-assisted workflows to streamline post-production, organized media archives, and helped launch social footprints. I’m passionate about storytelling and ready to bring creative, production, and technical skills to new challenges.…I am a seasoned media professional with a track record across broadcast, digital, and social platforms. I specialize in shaping stories with a hands-on approach from concept to delivery. Proficient in Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere Pro, I’ve produced and edited automotive, lifestyle, and tech content that engages audiences and meets brand goals. I’ve collaborated with Galpin Motors, Motor Trend, Ovation, and other major studios, and I’ve integrated AI-assisted workflows to streamline post-production, organized media archives, and helped launch social footprints. I’m passionate about storytelling and ready to bring creative, production, and technical skills to new challenges.

Available to hire

I am a seasoned media professional with a track record across broadcast, digital, and social platforms. I specialize in shaping stories with a hands-on approach from concept to delivery. Proficient in Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere Pro, I’ve produced and edited automotive, lifestyle, and tech content that engages audiences and meets brand goals.

I’ve collaborated with Galpin Motors, Motor Trend, Ovation, and other major studios, and I’ve integrated AI-assisted workflows to streamline post-production, organized media archives, and helped launch social footprints. I’m passionate about storytelling and ready to bring creative, production, and technical skills to new challenges.

Skills

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DaVinci Resolve Studio

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Video Editor (Staff) at Galpin Motors

March 8, 2023 - November 17, 2025

Worked as a multifaceted Video Editor within the Advertising and Media department. Delivered a wide variety of automotive driven content for Galpin, as well as The Autopian. Contributed as a Writer/Producer (for shorts), and as an Online Editor (for episodic pieces). Incorporated AI assisted workflows in order to streamline the post-production process. Responsible for organizing and archiving all forms of media produced by the department.

Video Editor (freelance) at Motor Trend, Pilgrim Media, Levity Live, Electus (and more)

October 15, 2007 - December 16, 2022

Worked as a TV/Video Editor for a multitude of high-profile production companies. Utilized editing, audio mixing, color correction, and motion graphic design skills. Curated the look, feel, and tone for each project while meeting strict deadlines. Work featured on broadcast/cable networks as well as digital/streaming services.

Producer/Editor (staff) at Ovation Television Network

March 9, 2016 - June 30, 2019

Worked as a Writer/Producer/Editor on network promos and digital marketing videos. Pitched concepts, conducted research, authored scripts, edited videos, and applied graphics. Conformed content for social media outlets (Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube). Contributed to the initial launch and growth of the network’s social footprint.

Writer/ Producer/ Editor (contract) at Discovery Studios, Ping Pong Productions (and more via Carrtello)

February 9, 2009 - April 17, 2015

Co-founded Carrtello Entertainment – a former/small media production company. Co-Produced/Edited a plethora of pitch presentations, sizzle reels, and corporate videos. Scouted locations, negotiated contracts, authored scripts/treatments, and directed talent. Pitched our concepts to broadcast TV networks via ICM Partners.

Assistant Editor / Lead Assistant Editor (freelance) at Electus, NBC Universal, DMS Productions, 51 Minds (and more)

October 4, 2004 - December 18, 2015

Worked as an Assistant Editor for a plurality of television production companies. Ingested and organized raw video footage for Editors/Producers. Implemented/refined a tape-less workflow for the Electus Digital department. Recruited, trained, and managed a team of fellow Assistant Editors as their Lead AE.

Tape Logger / Story Assistant (freelance) at Mark Burnett Productions, Next Entertainment, GRB (and more)

February 3, 2003 - October 1, 2004

Worked on unscripted productions that aired on NBC, ABC, and FOX. Responsible for notating/organizing b-roll footage, and transcribing interview footage. Volunteered as an Assistant Editor after hours to train and refine skills.