I am a passionate video editor specializing in crafting engaging visuals that bring stories to life. Skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve, I create dynamic edits with rhythm, emotion, and impact. From music videos and social media content to commercials and short films, my goal is to transform raw footage into powerful narratives that connect with audiences.…

Dawit Mengesha

I am a passionate video editor specializing in crafting engaging visuals that bring stories to life. Skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve, I create dynamic edits with rhythm, emotion, and impact. From music videos and social media content to commercials and short films, my goal is to transform raw footage into powerful narratives that connect with audiences.…

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I am a passionate video editor specializing in crafting engaging visuals that bring stories to life. Skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve, I create dynamic edits with rhythm, emotion, and impact. From music videos and social media content to commercials and short films, my goal is to transform raw footage into powerful narratives that connect with audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
Amharic
Fluent

Work Experience

Video editor at LIKET COLLEGE
January 1, 2020 - August 14, 2023
“Creative video editor skilled in cutting, color grading, motion graphics, and sound design. Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve, with a strong focus on storytelling and creating engaging content for social media, commercials, and corporate projects.”
Graphics designer at LIKET COLLEGE
December 31, 2020 - August 21, 2022
“Creative graphic designer skilled in branding, logo design, social media graphics, and print materials. Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Canva, with a strong focus on delivering visually impactful designs that enhance brand identity and engagement.”
Singer-Songwriter / Performer at Self-employed
January 1, 2013 - Present
Performed live shows including tours, festivals such as Festival No.6 and The Great Escape, and charity events across the UK to audiences of up to 1000 people. Wrote, produced, and recorded original music, managing all aspects from songwriting to audio mixing. Collaborated with other musicians and producers to develop new material and arrangements. Handled promotion and social media engagement to build an audience and book performance opportunities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies at Addis ababa university
September 8, 2017 - June 18, 2020
“Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies graduate with strong skills in video production, content creation, and digital storytelling. Experienced in editing, motion graphics, and social media content, with a passion for creating engaging and impactful media that connects with audiences. Proficient in tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Photoshop.”
Bachelor of Arts in Audio Engineering at Columbia College
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor of Arts at Oxford Brookes University
September 1, 2010 - July 1, 2013

Qualifications

Pro Tools Certified Operator
March 1, 2018 - August 22, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet

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Experience Level