I am a detail-oriented video editor with 20+ years of experience editing broadcast, corporate, promotional, interview-based, and live event content. I specialize in creating polished edits that maintain visual consistency and professional quality across two-camera and multi-camera productions. I am highly proficient in Final Cut Pro X, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Avid Media Composer, and I excel at color correction, color matching, audio enhancement, and post-production workflows that meet broadcast and digital delivery standards. I thrive in remote and collaborative environments, delivering reliable results on tight deadlines while maintaining strong client communication.

John Salas

I am a detail-oriented video editor with 20+ years of experience editing broadcast, corporate, promotional, interview-based, and live event content. I specialize in creating polished edits that maintain visual consistency and professional quality across two-camera and multi-camera productions. I am highly proficient in Final Cut Pro X, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Avid Media Composer, and I excel at color correction, color matching, audio enhancement, and post-production workflows that meet broadcast and digital delivery standards. I thrive in remote and collaborative environments, delivering reliable results on tight deadlines while maintaining strong client communication.

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I am a detail-oriented video editor with 20+ years of experience editing broadcast, corporate, promotional, interview-based, and live event content. I specialize in creating polished edits that maintain visual consistency and professional quality across two-camera and multi-camera productions.

I am highly proficient in Final Cut Pro X, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Avid Media Composer, and I excel at color correction, color matching, audio enhancement, and post-production workflows that meet broadcast and digital delivery standards. I thrive in remote and collaborative environments, delivering reliable results on tight deadlines while maintaining strong client communication.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Video Editor / Pre-editor at Taft Broadcasting
May 1, 2016 - Present
Edit and produce broadcast-ready promotional content, perform quality control to ensure visual and audio accuracy, create original promotional content with graphics and sound design, manage media ingest and synchronization across multiple projects, collaborate with producers to implement revisions and meet network specifications.
Video Editor / Videographer at John Salas DTP
January 1, 2000 - Present
Edit interview-based, promotional, corporate, church, and event video productions from raw footage through final delivery. Edit two to five camera interview productions, synchronize footage for seamless pacing, perform color correction and color matching, apply Rec. 709 workflows, enhance audio quality, and deliver in multiple formats per client specs.
Contract Videographer / Camera Operator at American Wedding Group / VTS / Starway Productions
January 1, 2014 - Present
Capture multi-camera live events, weddings, interviews, and performances for post-production editing. Operate professional camera and audio systems in diverse environments and deliver organized media assets for color correction and editing workflows.
Television Operator I & Editor at Taft Broadcasting
August 1, 2008 - September 1, 2014
Edited promotional and broadcast content using Avid and professional broadcast editing systems; conducted quality control and media verification; managed content ingest, FTP transfers, scheduling, and delivery; prepared sporting events and long-form programming for broadcast distribution.
Promotion Editor / Floor Director at The Outdoor Channel
August 1, 1997 - January 1, 2007
Edited long-form and short-form television programming and promotional content; directed studio productions with multiple cameras, lighting, and audio setups; collaborated to produce polished broadcast content; developed expertise in camera matching and production workflows; contributed to Iditarod Race coverage and special events; earned two Telly Awards for excellence in camera operations.
TV Production Director & Trainer at The Bridge Church
January 1, 1995 - Present
Direct and edit multi-camera church services, interviews, announcements, and online video content; train volunteers on camera operation, editing workflows, audio management, and production standards; maintain visual consistency across live and recorded productions.
Video Editor / Preditor at Taft Broadcasting
May 1, 2016 - Present
Edit and produce broadcast-ready promotional content, perform quality control for visual and audio accuracy, and deliver content that meets network technical specifications. Create original promos with graphics, sound design, voiceovers, and broadcast finishing techniques. Manage media ingest, organization, synchronization, and delivery across multiple projects; collaborate with producers to implement revisions and achieve creative objectives.
Freelance Video Editor / Videographer at John Salas DTP
January 1, 2000 - Present
Edit interview-based, promotional, corporate, church, and event video productions from raw footage through final delivery. Manage two-to-five camera multi-camera projects, synchronize footage, perform color correction and color matching, apply Rec. 709 color workflows, enhance audio, and deliver in multiple formats while handling client revisions and communications.

Education

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Qualifications

Telly Award – Excellence in Camera Operations
January 11, 2030 - June 8, 2026
Telly Award – Excellence in Camera Operations (2)
January 11, 2030 - June 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services