Hi, I’m Jake Unger—a dedicated film professional with a solid background as a stagehand, video editor, and filmmaker. I’m proficient in video editing, storytelling, and content creation, and I bring an energetic, audience-focused approach to every project. I’m seeking opportunities in the film industry, whether remote or on-site. I’ve built a track record of collaborating on short-form and narrative projects, continually honing my craft across editing, direction, and production. I thrive in creative teams and am motivated to tell compelling stories through visuals and sound.

Jake Unger

Hi, I’m Jake Unger—a dedicated film professional with a solid background as a stagehand, video editor, and filmmaker. I’m proficient in video editing, storytelling, and content creation, and I bring an energetic, audience-focused approach to every project. I’m seeking opportunities in the film industry, whether remote or on-site. I’ve built a track record of collaborating on short-form and narrative projects, continually honing my craft across editing, direction, and production. I thrive in creative teams and am motivated to tell compelling stories through visuals and sound.

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Hi, I’m Jake Unger—a dedicated film professional with a solid background as a stagehand, video editor, and filmmaker. I’m proficient in video editing, storytelling, and content creation, and I bring an energetic, audience-focused approach to every project. I’m seeking opportunities in the film industry, whether remote or on-site.

I’ve built a track record of collaborating on short-form and narrative projects, continually honing my craft across editing, direction, and production. I thrive in creative teams and am motivated to tell compelling stories through visuals and sound.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Writer, Director, Editor at Magic Third Productions
August 1, 2022 - Present
Wrote, directed, and edited dozens of short films; continuing to create.
Director at Build Strong
September 1, 2025 - Present
Creating short-form promotional material for a nonprofit trade school based in the Aurora Area.
Director, Editor at Rocky Mountain School of Expeditionary Learning
October 1, 2025 - Present
Creating a narrative documentary about an alternative learning school in the hopes of boosting future enrollment. Shooting interviews, capturing B-roll, and editing film for both promotional and narrative purposes.
Assistant Editor at Farsighted Creative
March 1, 2025 - Present
Creating social media content for professional documentary series; audio syncing and selecting; using Descript and Frame.io to facilitate a collaborative environment.

Education

Certificate in Writing/Directing at Community College of Aurora
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2025
Civil Engineering at University of Washington
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2023
Certificate in Writing / Directing at Community College of Aurora
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2025
Civil Engineering at University of Washington
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2023

Qualifications

Certificate in Writing/Directing
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2025
Civil Engineering
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2023

Industry Experience

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