I'm a senior video editor and creative producer with 10+ years of experience shaping luxury fashion brands and global campaigns. I excel at leading post-production, storytelling, and multi-platform content, from campaign films to social reels, with a focus on brand alignment and creative excellence. I hold an M.A. from Columbia University and have a track record mentoring editors, coordinating international post-production pipelines, and optimizing archiving/workflow systems to accelerate creative output. Based in Weston, FL, I collaborate closely with directors, producers, and marketing teams to deliver high-impact content on tight deadlines.

Manuel Salas

I'm a senior video editor and creative producer with 10+ years of experience shaping luxury fashion brands and global campaigns. I excel at leading post-production, storytelling, and multi-platform content, from campaign films to social reels, with a focus on brand alignment and creative excellence. I hold an M.A. from Columbia University and have a track record mentoring editors, coordinating international post-production pipelines, and optimizing archiving/workflow systems to accelerate creative output. Based in Weston, FL, I collaborate closely with directors, producers, and marketing teams to deliver high-impact content on tight deadlines.

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I’m a senior video editor and creative producer with 10+ years of experience shaping luxury fashion brands and global campaigns. I excel at leading post-production, storytelling, and multi-platform content, from campaign films to social reels, with a focus on brand alignment and creative excellence.

I hold an M.A. from Columbia University and have a track record mentoring editors, coordinating international post-production pipelines, and optimizing archiving/workflow systems to accelerate creative output. Based in Weston, FL, I collaborate closely with directors, producers, and marketing teams to deliver high-impact content on tight deadlines.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Portuguese
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Video Editor at Neiman Marcus
April 1, 2022 - Present
Direct post-production for multi-platform campaigns across digital, social, broadcast, e-commerce, and in-store video. Lead the editorial vision, ensuring storytelling, pacing, and brand alignment in campaign films, lookbooks, and social reels. Manage and mentor internal editors while supervising external colorists, motion designers, and VFX artists. Execute advanced finishing including color grading, sound design, audio mixing, and motion graphics. Oversee QC processes across all deliverables to maintain creative consistency and technical accuracy. Build and optimize archiving and workflow systems, streamlining asset access for creative teams. Partner with creative directors, producers, and marketing leads to align post-production with business goals.
Senior Video Editing Associate at Ralph Lauren
January 1, 2020 - April 1, 2022
Edited global campaigns and social-first content across all Ralph Lauren brands for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, in-store displays, and OOH. Collaborated with directors and creative leads to shape narrative and pacing of campaign edits. Coordinated post-production pipelines for international distribution including in-store and out-of-home advertising. Designed and maintained archiving workflows across Frame.io, Dropbox, and internal servers. Partnered with external vendors and distribution teams to deliver content at scale under strict deadlines.
Assistant Editor at m ss ng p eces
March 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Assisted senior editors across branded content, commercials, and creative storytelling projects. Organized and synced dailies, transcoded footage, and prepped edits for finishing. Conformed final media for delivery, performed QC on exports, and ensured technical compliance. Edited internal reels, pitch films, mood edits, and case studies to support business development. Managed archiving and weekly LTO tape backups to safeguard large-scale productions.
Video Editor at Milk Studios
February 1, 2018 - March 1, 2018
Co-edited a five-part short film series Unspoken Word on the creative process of Nigerian artist Laolu Senbanjo. Assisted with motion graphics, pacing, and narrative flow to highlight the artist's voice and cultural themes.
Runner at Whitehouse Post
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Supported editorial teams by preparing dailies, syncing sound, recording voiceovers, and sourcing music. Collaborated with producers to ensure seamless client services and studio operations. Gained foundational experience in high-end commercial post-production workflows.

Education

Master of Arts (M.A.) at Columbia University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) at Savannah College of Art and Design
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Consumer Goods, Professional Services