I am an editor who is comfortable working on a project from the initial rough cut to the final finish. I search for the perfect shot from field, studio and stock assets as the edit evolves, weaving together complex, multi-layered brand stories. Although I work well on my own, I prefer to collaborate and work as a creative partner, helping clients shape narratives from discovery through delivery. Throughout my career, I have partnered with Creative Directors and Producers, interpreting the approved brief and offering my insight into the storyline development and the pacing of the narrative. My work covers short teaser, instructional design pieces, interviews, and product presentation/information videos, utilizing footage, and motion and still graphic elements, mostly created by myself. I manage and blend high-end production footage with found footage (stock), ensuring the final product feels like a cohesive, intentional piece of storytelling. My portfolio demonstrates my ability to find the thread to weave together a cohesive narrative, whether it be a long-form interview, an instructional and informative corporate project, or social media posts. I have been working with Premiere Pro and the Adobe Creative Suite for 10 years, with an expert knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro, using color correction and audio sweetening to bring the story to final delivery. When warranted, I integrate Premiere projects with After Effects to provide the highest impact end result. Meeting deadlines is important in our industry and I know all along the editing and approval process there are many. I ensure that quality is consistent through all versions and revisions.

Tom Rotunno

I am an editor who is comfortable working on a project from the initial rough cut to the final finish. I search for the perfect shot from field, studio and stock assets as the edit evolves, weaving together complex, multi-layered brand stories. Although I work well on my own, I prefer to collaborate and work as a creative partner, helping clients shape narratives from discovery through delivery. Throughout my career, I have partnered with Creative Directors and Producers, interpreting the approved brief and offering my insight into the storyline development and the pacing of the narrative. My work covers short teaser, instructional design pieces, interviews, and product presentation/information videos, utilizing footage, and motion and still graphic elements, mostly created by myself. I manage and blend high-end production footage with found footage (stock), ensuring the final product feels like a cohesive, intentional piece of storytelling. My portfolio demonstrates my ability to find the thread to weave together a cohesive narrative, whether it be a long-form interview, an instructional and informative corporate project, or social media posts. I have been working with Premiere Pro and the Adobe Creative Suite for 10 years, with an expert knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro, using color correction and audio sweetening to bring the story to final delivery. When warranted, I integrate Premiere projects with After Effects to provide the highest impact end result. Meeting deadlines is important in our industry and I know all along the editing and approval process there are many. I ensure that quality is consistent through all versions and revisions.

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I am an editor who is comfortable working on a project from the initial rough cut to the final finish. I search for the perfect shot from field, studio and stock assets as the edit evolves, weaving together complex, multi-layered brand stories.
Although I work well on my own, I prefer to collaborate and work as a creative partner, helping clients shape narratives from discovery through delivery. Throughout my career, I have partnered with Creative Directors and Producers, interpreting the approved brief and offering my insight into the storyline development and the pacing of the narrative.
My work covers short teaser, instructional design pieces, interviews, and product presentation/information videos, utilizing footage, and motion and still graphic elements, mostly created by myself. I manage and blend high-end production footage with found footage (stock), ensuring the final product feels like a cohesive, intentional piece of storytelling.
My portfolio demonstrates my ability to find the thread to weave together a cohesive narrative, whether it be a long-form interview, an instructional and informative corporate project, or social media posts. I have been working with Premiere Pro and the Adobe Creative Suite for 10 years, with an expert knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro, using color correction and audio sweetening to bring the story to final delivery. When warranted, I integrate Premiere projects with After Effects to provide the highest impact end result.
Meeting deadlines is important in our industry and I know all along the editing and approval process there are many. I ensure that quality is consistent through all versions and revisions.

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Communications Multimedia Specialist at Servpro Industries
June 9, 2014 - November 6, 2025
Responsible for supporting all departments at the 450+ employee headquarters involving producing, shooting, and editing field communications for the over 2,000 franchises in the system. Working with Servpro’s HR department, I created the first-ever recruitment video for the corporate office, and I produced an extensive, multi-faceted recruitment and job fair presentation for the franchises. The Communication Department came to me to co-produce, shoot, and edit a tour of the corporate offices. I created high-profile videos played at the annual convention, instructional and new product launch videos, as well as outward-facing presentations to highlight the franchise's work in the field. I created the show open for the franchise-wide SERVPRO TV and all of the supporting graphics throughout the show. I traveled throughout the US to interview high performing owners, and to capture storm site footage with interviews to support to inform the franchise system of recovery progress. I work with Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and I have a current Part 107 Small UAS drone pilot certification.
Freelance Field & Studio Production/Post-Production at Various
January 1, 1996 - Present
Contract work for clients such as RFD-TV, NorthStar Studios, Home Shopping Network, Scripps Networks, Shop At Home Network, Habitat for Humanity, Country Music Television, Great American Country, RTM Productions, Christian Broadcasting Network, and Navigation Advertising..
Sr. Producer/Director of Remote Broadcasts at Rural Media Group/RFD-TV
September 1, 2012 - May 31, 2013
Envisioned, coordinated and executed all aspects of live and taped productions for national TV network. Produced/Directed the 2013 Tournament of Roses Parade. Directed and TD'd shows for many high profile companies such as Purina, Merck, AARP, John Deere, Mecum Auctions, The PBR, Kubota and Henry Repeating Arms.
Producer, Director, Editor at NorthStar Studios
May 2, 2005 - February 29, 2012
In-house Producer/Director/TD/ Editor for client projects. Clients such as Kellogg's, Purina Mills, CBN. Long & Short form programming, talk shows, Live call-in shows, commercials, PSA's, corporate training videos.
Program Editor at RYM Productions
October 1, 2004 - May 6, 2005
Program Editor at RYM Productions
October 1, 2004 - May 6, 2005
Edited weekly programming airing on Spike TV. Tasked with editing as many as 6 new and existing TV programs per week to play on current first run and re-run platforms. Programming included Trucks!, Horsepower, Car & Driver, and Extreme 4x4.

Education

Bachelor of Science – Radio & Television at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
August 1, 1980 - May 12, 1984

Qualifications

Part 107 Small UAS drone pilot
March 11, 2023 - June 20, 2027

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Other