I am a creative and detail-oriented video editor with a strong documentary foundation and a passion for visual storytelling that drives emotional and narrative impact. With experience in Adobe Premiere Pro, archival workflows, and editorial collaboration, I bring a background in journalism and coding that supports a sharp eye for story structure and media organization. I thrive in collaborative environments where I can contribute to crafting compelling narratives, managing archival research, and optimizing production workflows. I am motivated by creating meaningful video pieces that resonate with audiences and uphold high standards of legal and ethical compliance.

Alijah Hill

I am a creative and detail-oriented video editor with a strong documentary foundation and a passion for visual storytelling that drives emotional and narrative impact. With experience in Adobe Premiere Pro, archival workflows, and editorial collaboration, I bring a background in journalism and coding that supports a sharp eye for story structure and media organization. I thrive in collaborative environments where I can contribute to crafting compelling narratives, managing archival research, and optimizing production workflows. I am motivated by creating meaningful video pieces that resonate with audiences and uphold high standards of legal and ethical compliance.

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I am a creative and detail-oriented video editor with a strong documentary foundation and a passion for visual storytelling that drives emotional and narrative impact. With experience in Adobe Premiere Pro, archival workflows, and editorial collaboration, I bring a background in journalism and coding that supports a sharp eye for story structure and media organization.

I thrive in collaborative environments where I can contribute to crafting compelling narratives, managing archival research, and optimizing production workflows. I am motivated by creating meaningful video pieces that resonate with audiences and uphold high standards of legal and ethical compliance.

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Work Experience

Production and Post-Production Fellow at Kindling Group
June 30, 2025 - August 11, 2025
Collaborated closely with the director to assemble a detailed skeleton cut for a short documentary, shaping pacing, tone, and narrative structure using Adobe Premiere Pro to streamline the creative review process. Contributed to archival research for a feature-length aviation documentary in post-production. Catalogued and organized over 50 hard drives supporting digital preservation via LTO workflows. Led reassembly and optimization of the post-production suite, improving workflow efficiency. Revised scripts and treatments for multiple documentary projects, incorporating feedback from producers and directors. Coordinated equipment and logistics operations including sales and shipments. Provided reliable cross-functional support on time-sensitive administrative and technical tasks.
Co-Director, Lead Editor, and Co-Producer (Academic Production) at Northwestern University Documentary Journalism
June 30, 2024 - August 11, 2025
Co-directed a 15-minute documentary on a female boxer, leading story development, interviews, and shoot logistics. Captured and edited over 20 hours of HD footage using DSLR cameras and professional gear to shape a compelling narrative arc. Managed cutting, assembly, graphics, audio, and music selection to produce a polished final product. Wrote treatment, sourced archival materials, and handled subject releases ensuring legal and ethical compliance. Conducted interviews to build trust and support emotionally grounded storytelling.
Video Reporter on the Environment and Climate Justice (Academic Production) at Northwestern University
June 30, 2023 - August 11, 2025
Sourced, interviewed, and filmed Evanston residents for a climate action story in collaboration with the Evanston RoundTable to ensure community engagement and publication. Captured high-quality footage with professional equipment using visual techniques enhancing environmental reporting. Edited interviews, narration, and B-roll in Adobe Premiere Pro to craft a cohesive and compelling climate change video.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Journalism, Minor in Creative Writing at Northwestern University
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization