I am a Senior Video Editor with over six years of experience producing both short-form and long-form content tailored for digital platforms. I have honed my skills using Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and cutting-edge AI-driven video production tools. I take pride in efficiently delivering high-quality storytelling with rapid turnaround workflows, content optimization for multiple social media channels, and multilingual subtitling. Throughout my career, I have edited over 2,000 videos including award-winning productions recognized by the Sumathi Awards in 2021 and 2023. My expertise extends to managing full production workflows, graphic design, and integrating AI to modernize video production. I have worked with brands, organizations, and international clients such as IREx and USAID, consistently driving engagement and quality in my video projects.

Nadeesha Aberathne

I am a Senior Video Editor with over six years of experience producing both short-form and long-form content tailored for digital platforms. I have honed my skills using Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and cutting-edge AI-driven video production tools. I take pride in efficiently delivering high-quality storytelling with rapid turnaround workflows, content optimization for multiple social media channels, and multilingual subtitling. Throughout my career, I have edited over 2,000 videos including award-winning productions recognized by the Sumathi Awards in 2021 and 2023. My expertise extends to managing full production workflows, graphic design, and integrating AI to modernize video production. I have worked with brands, organizations, and international clients such as IREx and USAID, consistently driving engagement and quality in my video projects.

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I am a Senior Video Editor with over six years of experience producing both short-form and long-form content tailored for digital platforms. I have honed my skills using Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and cutting-edge AI-driven video production tools. I take pride in efficiently delivering high-quality storytelling with rapid turnaround workflows, content optimization for multiple social media channels, and multilingual subtitling.

Throughout my career, I have edited over 2,000 videos including award-winning productions recognized by the Sumathi Awards in 2021 and 2023. My expertise extends to managing full production workflows, graphic design, and integrating AI to modernize video production. I have worked with brands, organizations, and international clients such as IREx and USAID, consistently driving engagement and quality in my video projects.

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Language

English
Advanced
Sinhala, Sinhalese
Advanced
Tamil
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Video Editor at Pulse.lk (Derana Macro Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., Sri Lanka)
December 31, 2023 - September 3, 2025
Promoted to Senior Video Editor in 2019 after starting as an assistant editor. Edited over 2,000 short-form videos in styles similar to Brut and Nas Daily, usually producing 2-minute videos in 2 to 3 hours. Managed full production workflows using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, including sourcing copyright-free footage and music, text transitions, color correction, and manual bilingual subtitles in English, Sinhala, and Tamil. Optimized video content for YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Produced over 1,000 cooking videos, marketing videos, event aftermovies, documentaries, and product/service promos. Created thumbnails and graphic posts using Photoshop and Illustrator, while handling content uploads and scheduling publishing. Edited award-winning productions fully from start to finish, including the Sumathi Awards 2021 Best Digital Award and 2023 Best of Social Media Award for National Interest videos.
Freelance Video Editor
January 1, 2017 - Present
Edited videos for numerous clients in Sri Lanka and internationally since 2017. Worked on international projects for IREX/USAID between 2021 and 2023 producing short-form videos, educational content, and documentaries with thumbnails. Delivered music videos, branding videos, corporate promos, and graphic posters. Skilled at integrating AI tools into modern video production workflows.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Creative Multimedia at Limkokwing University of Creative Technology, Malaysia
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
at St. John's College, Sri Lanka
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015

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Industry Experience

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