I’m Christian Pitts, a Chicago-based video editor, motion graphics artist, and audio engineer with 15+ years of experience in documentary, short film, branded content, and podcast production. I love taking projects from rough cut to final delivery—building clean editorial structure, designing motion graphics that match the story and brand voice, and finishing with polished sound design, mixing, and color. My work is grounded in visual storytelling and strong composition, with a deep post-production workflow from picture edit through delivery. I’ve led teams and managed end-to-end production for hundreds of episodes and projects, including serving as the producer for the Mr. Skin Podcast. Whether I’m shaping title sequences and lower thirds or recording and directing voice talent, I aim for consistent quality, clear communication, and on-time results.…

Christian Pitts

I’m Christian Pitts, a Chicago-based video editor, motion graphics artist, and audio engineer with 15+ years of experience in documentary, short film, branded content, and podcast production. I love taking projects from rough cut to final delivery—building clean editorial structure, designing motion graphics that match the story and brand voice, and finishing with polished sound design, mixing, and color. My work is grounded in visual storytelling and strong composition, with a deep post-production workflow from picture edit through delivery. I’ve led teams and managed end-to-end production for hundreds of episodes and projects, including serving as the producer for the Mr. Skin Podcast. Whether I’m shaping title sequences and lower thirds or recording and directing voice talent, I aim for consistent quality, clear communication, and on-time results.…

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I’m Christian Pitts, a Chicago-based video editor, motion graphics artist, and audio engineer with 15+ years of experience in documentary, short film, branded content, and podcast production. I love taking projects from rough cut to final delivery—building clean editorial structure, designing motion graphics that match the story and brand voice, and finishing with polished sound design, mixing, and color.

My work is grounded in visual storytelling and strong composition, with a deep post-production workflow from picture edit through delivery. I’ve led teams and managed end-to-end production for hundreds of episodes and projects, including serving as the producer for the Mr. Skin Podcast. Whether I’m shaping title sequences and lower thirds or recording and directing voice talent, I aim for consistent quality, clear communication, and on-time results.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Barback at Riot Fest
September 1, 2021 - September 1, 2025
Barback for beer tent; assisted cashiers; supported bar operations.
Assistant Head Barback at Pitchfork Music Festival
September 1, 2021 - September 1, 2024
Served and sold drinks; supported beer tent operations; assisted cashiers and bar staff.
Freelance Video Editor & Motion Graphics Artist
January 1, 2015 - Present
Provide end-to-end post-production services for short films and feature documentaries, managing the full pipeline from rough cut through final delivery. Edit picture, design custom motion graphics packages and title sequences aligned to each project’s visual identity and tone, and handle client communication from creative brief through delivery. Currently editing a feature documentary and a short film as part of ongoing freelance work.
Video Editor at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2015 - Present
Freelance video editor providing editing, color correction, and delivery for short films and documentaries; collaborating with clients to craft compelling narratives.
Video Editor / Motion Graphics Artist / Production Manager (Team Lead) at SK Holdings / SK Intertainment
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2023
Directed and supervised post-production for branded video content, maintaining consistent quality and brand voice across 200+ published episodes and projects. Served as sole Producer of the Mr. Skin Podcast across multiple seasons, owning pre-production, recording, editing, and distribution. Managed production schedules and post workflows with cross-functional teams to meet on-time, on-budget delivery, while designing sound FX and audio mixing pipelines. Created motion graphics such as title sequences and lower thirds, and recorded/directed voice-over talent to keep audio tone consistent across projects.
Video Editor / Producer at SK Holdings / SKI Entertainment
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2023
Directed, managed, and supervised video projects; collaborated with writing and design teams; produced the Mr. Skin Podcast; demonstrated expertise in sound design and FX mixing; recorded voice-over audio; contributed motion graphics to elevate visuals and production value.
Photographer & Production Artist at Fletcher Portrait Studios
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006
Worked as a secondary photographer and digital retouching specialist, handling Photoshop restoration and studio lighting. Supported promotional materials through layout and design with a strong eye for composition and typography. Designed and built custom frames for art gallery installations and contributed to gallery-ready presentation.
Freelance Photographer
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2008
Shot and assisted on studio and on-location projects including weddings, events, and commercial work for Turner Broadcasting. Managed photo studio operations such as scheduling, equipment maintenance, and darkroom processing, and assisted notable photographers on professional assignments.
Photographer / Assistant at Freelance (Atlanta / Chicago)
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2008
Shot a wide variety of studio and on-location projects; knowledge of darkroom photography techniques; assisted photographers; managed studio lighting and promotional material layouts.

Education

Bachelors at Art Institute of Atlanta / Atlanta, GA
December 31, 2003
Photo Imaging
Photography Imaging at Art Institute of Atlanta
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003
at Harold Washington College
January 1, 2024 - April 6, 2026
B.A., Photographic Imaging at Art Institute of Atlanta
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003
Music Technology Certification at Harold Washington College
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Adobe Creative Suite
January 17, 2024
Music Technology Certification
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment