Hi, I'm Niki Perera, a passionate film and television professional specializing in editing and post-production. I graduated with honors from Columbia College Chicago with a Bachelor of Fine Arts focusing on these areas. Over the years, I've gained hands-on experience editing short-form videos, music performances, and marketing campaigns, while also taking on responsibilities like color correction and quality control. I'm a collaborative team player who enjoys mentoring others and managing projects efficiently. Whether working on a thesis short film, music videos, or live show performances, I bring creativity and technical expertise to every project. I look forward to continuing my journey in the film and entertainment industry, growing my skills and contributing to compelling visual stories.…

Niki Perera

Hi, I'm Niki Perera, a passionate film and television professional specializing in editing and post-production. I graduated with honors from Columbia College Chicago with a Bachelor of Fine Arts focusing on these areas. Over the years, I've gained hands-on experience editing short-form videos, music performances, and marketing campaigns, while also taking on responsibilities like color correction and quality control. I'm a collaborative team player who enjoys mentoring others and managing projects efficiently. Whether working on a thesis short film, music videos, or live show performances, I bring creativity and technical expertise to every project. I look forward to continuing my journey in the film and entertainment industry, growing my skills and contributing to compelling visual stories.…

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Hi, I’m Niki Perera, a passionate film and television professional specializing in editing and post-production. I graduated with honors from Columbia College Chicago with a Bachelor of Fine Arts focusing on these areas. Over the years, I’ve gained hands-on experience editing short-form videos, music performances, and marketing campaigns, while also taking on responsibilities like color correction and quality control.

I’m a collaborative team player who enjoys mentoring others and managing projects efficiently. Whether working on a thesis short film, music videos, or live show performances, I bring creativity and technical expertise to every project. I look forward to continuing my journey in the film and entertainment industry, growing my skills and contributing to compelling visual stories.

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Post-Production Intern at Ethos Studio
September 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Edited and re-framed 30 to 60-second short-form videos for potential clients. Assisted in Quality Control (QC), basic inventory, shadowed post-colorists, and helped with general clean-up tasks. Adapted videos to different aspect ratios when needed to support ongoing team projects.
Student Assistant at TechBar – Columbia College Chicago
March 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Edited and color-corrected performances of Columbia student musicians for regular episodes published on YouTube. Managed delegation of footage to editors, set internal deadlines for the film production team, mentored junior members, and proposed new film concepts, requiring collaboration and project management skills.
Video Editor Intern at Big Shoulders Digital Video Productions
June 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Created graphics and edited marketing campaigns for companies including Duck Derby and Guardant Health, as well as a national campaign for the US Volleyball Men's Team. Conducted SEO research to maximize company website and digital marketing reach.
Post-Supervisor, Editor, Colorist at DIT
January 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Led post-production supervision, editing, and color correction for various projects including the BFA thesis short film and multiple music videos and live shows. Ensured high-quality output and smooth workflows in collaboration with production teams.
Post-Production Intern at Ethos Studio
September 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Edited and re-framed 30 to 60-second short-form videos for potential clients, stepping in to adjust aspect ratios when the assistant colorist was occupied. Assisted in Quality Control, basic inventory management such as labeling and organizing hard-drive cupboards, shadowed post-colorists, and contributed to general clean-up tasks.
Student Assistant at TechBar – Columbia College Chicago
March 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Edited and color-corrected performances of Columbia student musicians for monthly to biweekly YouTube episodes. Delegated footage to a team of editors, set internal deadlines for the film production team, mentored junior members, and proposed new film concepts, utilizing collaboration and project management skills.
Video Editor Intern at Big Shoulders Digital Video Productions
June 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Created graphics and video edits for marketing campaigns for clients such as Duck Derby, Guardant Health, and a national ad campaign for the US Volleyball Men's Team. Conducted SEO optimization research to enhance website and digital marketing reach.
Post-Supervisor, Editor, Colorist at DIT
February 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025
Held roles as Post-Supervisor, Editor, and Colorist for projects including the BFA thesis short film 'Appealing Me', various music videos, and live show performances from February 2024 through May 2025.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Columbia College Chicago
September 6, 2021 - May 18, 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Columbia College Chicago
January 1, 2021 - May 31, 2025

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Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services

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