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I’m Gary Farrar, a versatile digital production professional with over two decades of experience in editorial, post-production, and on-set production. I enjoy editing, crafting motion graphics, and delivering polished media for TV, film, and online platforms.
From newsrooms to commercials and documentaries, I thrive in fast-paced environments, love problem solving, and communicate clearly with teams to move projects from shoot to delivery. I bring strong technical skills, a meticulous attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit to every project.
Skills
Experience Level
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Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Digital Production Technician Tier 1 & 2 at Deluxe Entertainment Services / Deluxe Media Inc
January 1, 2023 - September 12, 2025Worked on Netflix audio conversions and MGM Middle Shelf projects. Responsibilities included capturing, standard conversions, editing, compressing, and quality assurance of audio and video programming for theatrical and episodic releases. Utilized various audio and video production tools. Analyzed and communicated information to resolve issues as they developed.
Videographer at Farrar Productions
January 1, 2018 - September 12, 2025Created scripts, shot and edited raw footage, and built motion graphics for clients’ websites and social media channels. Created master DVDs for distribution.
Videographer at Bash Films
January 1, 2014 - September 12, 2025Created scripts, shot and edited raw footage, and built motion graphics for commercials, movie trailers, music videos, documentaries, and corporate videos.
Quality Control Operator at NBC/Universal Studios Digital Services
January 1, 2012 - September 12, 2025Responsible for approving the quality of Universal Studios’ films and television shows J2K files used for worldwide digital release or syndication.
Freelance Editor at Self-employed (Seattle)
January 1, 2011 - September 12, 2025Edited raw footage and motion graphics for musicians and local business professionals needing content for social media channels and websites.
News Editor at KCPQ-TV (FOX)
January 1, 2010 - September 12, 2025Edited network news and sports packages for multiple evening news programs and the Seattle Seahawks Game Day open.
Assistant Editor at Encore Hollywood
January 1, 2002 - September 12, 2025Assisted in editing Hi-definition episodic television shows (CSI, 24, The District, Ally McBeal, Six Feet Under, The X-Files, Roswell, FreakyLinks, and Teacher’s Pet), movie trailers, and EPKs. Also handled closed captioning, formatting foreign masters, down/up converting to correct formats (16x9 or 4x3), and titling openings/closing credits.
Freelance Assistant Editor, Graphic Assistant at Digital Jungle Post Production
January 1, 2000 - September 12, 2025Assisted in editing documentaries, television specials, and corporate videos. Also performed closed captioning, formatting foreign masters, down/up converting, and titling.
Assistant Editor, Graphic Assistant, Telecine Assistant at Editel/LA
January 1, 1999 - September 12, 2025Collaborated with Advertising Agencies on national and local commercials. Responsibilities included closed captioning, formatting foreign masters, and titling commercials, movie spots, music, and corporate videos.
Digital Production Technician Tier 1 & 2 at Deluxe Entertainment Services / Deluxe Media Inc / Adecco USA Inc
January 1, 2023 - September 12, 2025Worked on Netflix audio conversions and MGM Middle Shelf projects. Responsibilities included capturing, standard conversions, editing, compressing, and quality assurance of audio and video programming for theatrical and episodic releases. Used various audio and video production tools; analyzed information to resolve issues.
Videographer at Farrar Productions
January 1, 2018 - September 12, 2025Created scripts, shot video, edited raw footage, and built motion graphics for clients’ websites and social media channels. Created master DVDs for distribution.
Videographer at Bash Films
January 1, 2014 - September 12, 2025Created scripts, shot, edited raw footage, and built motion graphics for commercials, movie trailers, music videos, documentaries, and corporate videos.
Quality Control Operator at NBC/Universal Studios Digital Services
January 1, 2012 - September 12, 2025Responsible for approving the quality of Universal Studios’ films and television shows; J2K files used for worldwide digital release or syndication.
Freelance Editor at Self-employed (Seattle)
January 1, 2011 - September 12, 2025Edited raw footage and motion graphics for musicians and local professionals that needed content for social media channels and websites.
News Editor at KCPQ-TV (FOX)
January 1, 2010 - September 12, 2025Edited network news & sports packages for multiple evening news programs and the Seattle Seahawks Game Day open.
Assistant Editor at Encore Hollywood
January 1, 2002 - September 12, 2025Assisted in the editing of Hi-definition episodic shows (CSI, 24, The District, Ally McBeal, Six Feet Under, The X-Files, Roswell, FreakyLinks, Teacher’s Pet); plus movie trailers and EPKs. Also handled closed captioning, formatting foreign masters, down/up converting to correct formats (16x9 or 4x3), and titling opening/closing credits.
Freelance Assistant Editor, Graphic Assistant at Digital Jungle Post Production
January 1, 2000 - September 12, 2025Assisted in editing documentaries, television specials, and corporate videos; duties included closed captioning and master formatting.
Assistant Editor, Graphic Assistant, Telecine Assistant at Editel/LA
January 1, 1999 - September 12, 2025Worked with advertising agencies on national/local commercials; clients included Nike, Toyota, Mazda, Lexus; responsibilities included closed captioning, formatting foreign masters, and titling.
Digital Production Technician Tier 1 & 2 at Deluxe Entertainment Services / Deluxe Media Inc / Adecco USA Inc
January 1, 2023 - September 12, 2025Captured, converted, edited, compressed, and performed QA on audio and video content for Netflix audio conversions and MGM Middle Shelf projects; utilized various production tools; analyzed issues and communicated to resolve concerns.
Videographer at Farrar Productions
January 1, 2018 - September 12, 2025Created scripts, shot, edited raw footage, and built motion graphics for clients’ websites and social channels; produced master DVDs for distribution.
Videographer at Bash Films
January 1, 2014 - September 12, 2025Created scripts, shot, edited raw footage, and built motion graphics for commercials, movie trailers, music videos, documentaries, and corporate videos.
Quality Control Operator at NBC/Universal Studios Digital Services
January 1, 2012 - September 12, 2025Responsible for approving the quality of Universal Studios’ films and television shows; J2K files used for worldwide digital release or syndication.
Freelance Editor at Seattle
January 1, 2011 - September 12, 2025Edited raw footage and motion graphics for musicians and local professionals needing content for social media channels and/or websites.
News Editor at KCPQ-TV (FOX)
January 1, 2010 - September 12, 2025Edited network news & sports packages for multiple evening news programs and the Seattle Seahawks Game Day open.
Assistant Editor at Encore Hollywood
January 1, 2002 - September 12, 2025Assisted in editing Hi-definition episodic television shows (CSI, 24, The District, Ally McBeal, Six Feet Under, The X-Files, Roswell, etc.); included closed captioning, foreign master formatting, down/up converting, and titling.
Freelance Assistant Editor, Graphic Assistant at Digital Jungle Post Production
January 1, 2000 - September 12, 2025Assisted in editing documentaries, television specials, and corporate videos; handled CC, master formatting, converting, and titling.
Assistant Editor, Graphic Assistant, Telecine Assistant at Editel/LA
January 1, 1999 - September 12, 2025Supported editorial, graphics, and Telecine work with A-list agencies on national and local commercials; performed CC, formatting foreign masters, and titling.
Education
Certificate of Completion at Video Symphony
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025Associate of Arts Degree - Telecommunications at Pasadena City College
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025Certificate of Completion at Video Symphony
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025Associate of Arts Degree - Telecommunications at Pasadena City College
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025Certificate of Completion at Video Symphony
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025Associate of Arts Degree - Telecommunications at Pasadena City College
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025Qualifications
Certificate of Completion
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025Editorial, production and post-production skills spanning short/long formats, episodic television, narratives, commercials, promos, documentaries, and music videos
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025Strong written, verbal, negotiation, and analytical skills
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025Extensive knowledge and experience with production and post production
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025Self-motivated with the ability to make decisions independently
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025Editorial skills across short and long formats, episodic television, narratives, commercials, promos, documentaries, and music videos
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025High level of written, verbal, negotiation, and analytical skills
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025Extensive knowledge and experience with production and post production
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025Self-motivated with the ability to make decisions independently
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025Effective communication and teamwork; detail-oriented; works well under pressure
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025Strong media management and computer skills; experience with HD and 2K programming and equipment
January 11, 2030 - September 12, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Other
Skills
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