I have extensive experience as a Colourist, Editor, and Visual Effects Artist working on independent feature films, commercials, and broadcast television. Since relocating to the United Kingdom in 2014, I have been self-employed, delivering high-quality editing, conforming, and colour grading services with expertise in digital intermediate, 2K, 4K, HD video, in both 2D and 3D stereo formats. Previously, I worked in Los Angeles in a variety of post production roles, including supervising and designing workflows for several post production facilities. I am passionate about teaching and sharing my knowledge, having worked as part-time faculty at Columbia College Hollywood instructing Adobe After Effects and Final Cut Pro editing. With a deep understanding of post production tools and workflows, I contribute to the creative and technical success of the projects I’m involved with.

Robert S. Douglas

I have extensive experience as a Colourist, Editor, and Visual Effects Artist working on independent feature films, commercials, and broadcast television. Since relocating to the United Kingdom in 2014, I have been self-employed, delivering high-quality editing, conforming, and colour grading services with expertise in digital intermediate, 2K, 4K, HD video, in both 2D and 3D stereo formats. Previously, I worked in Los Angeles in a variety of post production roles, including supervising and designing workflows for several post production facilities. I am passionate about teaching and sharing my knowledge, having worked as part-time faculty at Columbia College Hollywood instructing Adobe After Effects and Final Cut Pro editing. With a deep understanding of post production tools and workflows, I contribute to the creative and technical success of the projects I’m involved with.

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I have extensive experience as a Colourist, Editor, and Visual Effects Artist working on independent feature films, commercials, and broadcast television. Since relocating to the United Kingdom in 2014, I have been self-employed, delivering high-quality editing, conforming, and colour grading services with expertise in digital intermediate, 2K, 4K, HD video, in both 2D and 3D stereo formats. Previously, I worked in Los Angeles in a variety of post production roles, including supervising and designing workflows for several post production facilities.

I am passionate about teaching and sharing my knowledge, having worked as part-time faculty at Columbia College Hollywood instructing Adobe After Effects and Final Cut Pro editing. With a deep understanding of post production tools and workflows, I contribute to the creative and technical success of the projects I’m involved with.

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Freelance Colourist/Editor/VFX Artist at Self Employed
November 1, 2006 - Present
Working as a freelance colourist, editor, and visual effects artist handling independent feature films, commercials, and broadcast television. Responsibilities include editing, conforming, and colour grading digital intermediate 2K, 4K, HD video in both 2D and 3D stereo for various client delivery requirements. Relocated to the United Kingdom in December 2014 after working in Los Angeles.
Part Time Faculty - Adobe After Effects Instruction and Final Cut Pro Editing at Columbia College Hollywood
September 30, 2014 - September 2, 2025
Instructed students part-time on Adobe After Effects and Final Cut Pro editing software, helping to develop their skills in post production and editing workflows.
Post Production Supervisor at The Camera House Los Angeles
November 30, 2006 - September 2, 2025
Supervised all commercial and feature film post production operations including dailies creation, editing, data archiving, colour correction, and master delivery. Contributed to the development of the post production department, designed post production workflow for Viper film stream digital cinema and film originated projects, and influenced software and hardware purchasing decisions.
Freelance Online Editor at Laser Pacific Media Corporation and Sunset Digital
April 30, 2005 - September 2, 2025
Edited and assembled episodic television and feature films, film trailers, promotions, and commercials. Duties included titling, colour correction, and optical special effects. Produced network delivery masters and intermediate postproduction elements.
Staff Editor at Technicolor/Complete Post Production Centre
July 31, 2002 - September 2, 2025
Performed online editing and colour correction for network episodic television, feature films, and commercials.
Freelance Editor at Various (20th Century Fox Sports Promotions, Hollywood Digital, Technicolor, KCET Public Broadcasting Television)
August 31, 1996 - September 2, 2025
Provided freelance editing services for sports promotions, digital media, television, and public broadcasting projects.
Staff Editor at The Post Group
May 31, 1995 - September 2, 2025
Handled offline editing and online finishing of episodic television, feature films, music videos, and concert programs.
Staff Editor at Cream Cheese Productions
January 31, 1992 - September 2, 2025
Performed offline and online editing for all music videos and live concert events.
Freelance Editor at 525 Post Production and Vision Industries
September 30, 1988 - September 2, 2025
Edited commercials, music videos, and action sports videos for clients in Southern California.
Assistant Editor at Visions Ltd.
October 1, 1985 - September 2, 1987
Assisted in editing projects at Visions Ltd. in London.

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Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services