Freelance video editor with 20+ years of experience shaping documentary stories for film, TV, social media, advertising, and corporate communications. I focus on story structure, pacing, and creating an emotional connection for the audience—while keeping productions collaborative and on track. I also bring a post-production workflow that blends editing with motion graphics, color, and audio finishing, partnering closely with showrunners, directors, editors, and downstream teams (sound, color, and mastering) from offline through online delivery.…

Patrick Flynn

Freelance video editor with 20+ years of experience shaping documentary stories for film, TV, social media, advertising, and corporate communications. I focus on story structure, pacing, and creating an emotional connection for the audience—while keeping productions collaborative and on track. I also bring a post-production workflow that blends editing with motion graphics, color, and audio finishing, partnering closely with showrunners, directors, editors, and downstream teams (sound, color, and mastering) from offline through online delivery.…

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Freelance video editor with 20+ years of experience shaping documentary stories for film, TV, social media, advertising, and corporate communications. I focus on story structure, pacing, and creating an emotional connection for the audience—while keeping productions collaborative and on track.

I also bring a post-production workflow that blends editing with motion graphics, color, and audio finishing, partnering closely with showrunners, directors, editors, and downstream teams (sound, color, and mastering) from offline through online delivery.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Editor (Hybrid Documentary) - In Post Production
January 1, 2026 - Present
Editing for Bed Stuy Love (Sekiya Dorssett) hybrid doc project in post production. Responsible for assembling story elements and preparing work for downstream finishing workflows.
Editor (Documentary Feature)
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Editor on When We Free the World directed by Kevin Powell. Worked on a feature documentary during post production with an emphasis on story coherence and finishing-ready deliverables.
Editor (Feature Documentary)
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Edited Helicopter Project feature documentary directed by Ari Gold. Supported narrative structure and pacing across feature-length storytelling.
Editor (Documentary Series) at VICE News
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Edited an 8-episode web series, contributing to documentary storytelling tailored for short-form/web audiences (TikTok/crypto theme). Worked closely with show direction to shape pacing, narrative clarity, and audience engagement across episodes.
Editor / Director (Non-fiction)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Directed and edited Bana Congo Oyez, a feature premiere event in Kiev (2020). Received recognition including Best documentary at RI Flickers festival.
Editor (Documentary Series) at The History Channel
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Worked as an editor on an 8-episode documentary series. Collaborated with the show runner and creative team to refine story arcs, sequence interviews/field footage, and support downstream finishing.
Editor (Documentary Series) at VICE World News
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Edited an 8-episode documentary series focused on cross-border coverage spanning Kenya/Tanzania. Helped maintain consistent editorial voice and structure across episodes, ensuring timely delivery and strong narrative flow.
Editor (Documentary Series) at Disney+
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Edited a 10-episode series (Marvel Hero Project). Supported the show runner in building episode-level momentum, organizing footage effectively, and delivering edits suitable for online post workflows.
Editor (Documentary Series) at PBS
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Edited Dead Reckoning: War, Crime and Judicial Response (3 x 1-hour documentary series). Worked through structured offline editing and supported online delivery with sound, color, and mastering.
Editor (Documentary Series) at VICELAND
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Edited VICELAND series episode S2 Ep6 Ohio (States of Undress). Worked with the show runner and production team to preserve the series tone while delivering strong pacing and emotional narrative beats.
Editor (Documentary Feature) at PBS
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Edited Red Metal: Copper Country strike 1914 directed by Jonathon Silvers. Worked on documentary story assembly, scene ordering, and editorial rhythm for broadcast delivery.
Editor (Documentary Series) at Discovery Channel
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Edited documentary episode 'Ebola' (Virus Ep2) under director B.J. Perlmutt. Focused on clarity, pacing, and responsible storytelling for sensitive subject matter.
Editor (Documentary Feature)
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Edited SLAM LORDES: Poets across America directed by Sekiya Dorssett. Shaped performances and narrative structure into a cohesive documentary form.
Editor (Documentary Series) at VICELAND
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Edited VICELAND series episode S2 Ep6 'Reefer Rehab' (Weediquette). Supported story structure, pacing, and narrative emphasis for character-driven documentary editing.
Editor (Documentary Feature) at PBS
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Edited Elusive Justice: The Search for NAZI war criminals directed by Jonathon Silvers. Helped shape a complex historical narrative with clear sequencing and strong editorial pacing.
Senior Editor at VICELAND
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Senior editing role on the VICELAND series Black Market (S1). Co-ordinated editorial decisions for narrative coherence and pacing, and supported a multi-stage pipeline including collaboration with creative leadership and finishing departments.
Editor (Documentary Feature) at PBS
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Edited After Newtown: Guns in America directed by Jonathon Silvers. Focused on clarity, pacing, and impactful storytelling for a sensitive topic.
Show Runner / Senior Editor (Documentary Series Development) at VICELAND
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Supported series development for Motherboard (VICELAND). Worked on early editorial structuring and materials in coordination with the show runner to shape narrative direction and production readiness.
Editor at The New York Times
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Edited Coming Back: One year after Hurricane Sandy (NYT project). Helped translate documentary footage into a compelling narrative arc suitable for publication.
Editor (Documentary) - Pilot at Saybrook Productions / PBS
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Edited a documentary pilot for national broadcast (American wine series). Contributed to story structure, assembly, pacing, and versioning required for broadcast delivery.
Producer / Editor (Crisis Coverage) at BANGUI EMERGENCY
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Produced and edited refugee crisis coverage in the Central African Republic. Worked with field footage to create timely, coherent documentary outputs.
Editor / Producer (Short Format Stories) at UNICEF
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Created short format stories about obstacles to Polio eradication in Central Africa (DRC). Edited content to communicate progress and challenges clearly.
Editor (Portrait Documentary) at UNDP
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Edited Bunyakiri: Working Together, a portrait of UN collaboration in South Kivu, DRC. Focused on narrative structure for organizational communication and human-centered storytelling.

Education

BA (Honors) Religious Studies at Hamilton College
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1996

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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