Ambitious and dynamic professional with over six years of experience in video editing. I am a critical thinker and a creative problem-solver, I am looking forward to collaborating with high-performing teams to ensure client and project expectations are surpassed. I am a quick learner with a go-getter attitude, eager to continue to develop both personally and professionally.

Ruan Groenewald

Ambitious and dynamic professional with over six years of experience in video editing. I am a critical thinker and a creative problem-solver, I am looking forward to collaborating with high-performing teams to ensure client and project expectations are surpassed. I am a quick learner with a go-getter attitude, eager to continue to develop both personally and professionally.

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Ambitious and dynamic professional with over six years of experience in video editing. I am a critical thinker and a creative problem-solver, I am looking forward to collaborating with high-performing teams to ensure client and project expectations are surpassed.

I am a quick learner with a go-getter attitude, eager to continue to develop both personally and professionally.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Video Editor at Construct Education, 2U & Edge Education
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Collaborated as part of fast-paced, cross-functional teams in the Ed-Tech environment as an independent contractor. Utilised Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects to deliver high-quality lecture videos and content for major international universities and brands. Engaged in video and audio editing, colour correction and grading, synchronisation, raw footage management, video exporting, and title animation. Worked in alignment with style guides and briefs, and collaborated with other editors to meet tight project deadlines. Maintained clear lines of communication with colleagues in the post-production team to ensure a productive and efficient workflow of tasks – including handing over footage, editing content, performing quality control, and overseeing revisions.
Post-Production, Directing & Cinematography at Media Farm
January 1, 2018 - Present
Led post-production, directing and cinematography work; developed technical skills; produced content for studio and on-set projects in Johannesburg; collaborated with teams to deliver high-quality entertainment and corporate media.
Production Assistant at FilmFactory
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Assisted in all aspects of Pre-Production and Production, including set management, footage delivery to the film editor, and equipment transportation.
English Teacher at IADH English & Vin School
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Classroom management, lesson-plan creation, student development, specialising in directing.
High School Drama Teacher at Sans Souci Girls High School
January 1, 2025 - Present
Head of department, school play director, classroom management, lesson-plan creation, student development.
English Teacher at I ADH English & Vin School
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Classroom management, lesson-plan creation, student development, specialising in directing.

Education

Bachelor of Arts – Theatre Making at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Post-Graduate Certificate in Education, specialising in Dramatic Arts at University of Cape Town
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor of Arts – Theatre Making at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Post-Graduate Certificate in Education, specialising in Dramatic Arts at University of Cape Town
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor of Arts – Theatre Making at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022
Post-Graduate Certificate in Education, specialising in Dramatic Arts at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Bachelor of Arts – Theatre Making at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022
Post-Graduate Certificate in Education, specialising in Dramatic Arts at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2024 - January 30, 2026

Qualifications

National Senior Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026
National Senior Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026
Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (Dramatic Arts)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
National Senior Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
Bachelor of Arts – Theatre Making
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022
Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (Dramatic Arts)
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
National Senior Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
National Senior Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services