Hi, I’m Paul Carrera, a seasoned editor with 30+ years of experience across feature animation, episodic series, visual effects, and documentary storytelling. I specialize in sequence assembly, narrative pacing, and cinematic storytelling, collaborating closely with directors and production teams to deliver polished cuts on time. I thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy building robust post-production pipelines, and value clear communication to keep projects moving smoothly from edit to final delivery.…

Paul Carrera

Hi, I’m Paul Carrera, a seasoned editor with 30+ years of experience across feature animation, episodic series, visual effects, and documentary storytelling. I specialize in sequence assembly, narrative pacing, and cinematic storytelling, collaborating closely with directors and production teams to deliver polished cuts on time. I thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy building robust post-production pipelines, and value clear communication to keep projects moving smoothly from edit to final delivery.…

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Hi, I’m Paul Carrera, a seasoned editor with 30+ years of experience across feature animation, episodic series, visual effects, and documentary storytelling. I specialize in sequence assembly, narrative pacing, and cinematic storytelling, collaborating closely with directors and production teams to deliver polished cuts on time.

I thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy building robust post-production pipelines, and value clear communication to keep projects moving smoothly from edit to final delivery.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Editor – Feature Films & Series at Various Studios including Netflix, Nickelodeon, DreamWorks, Disney TV, Warner Bros TV
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030
Delivered high-impact storytelling through editing animated documentaries, series, and feature films such as 'Piece by Piece', 'Star Trek: Prodigy', and 'Green Eggs and Ham'. Collaborated with leading animation and TV production teams to construct animatics and integrate VFX seamlessly.
VFX Editor at Marvel/Disney+
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030
Edited visual effects shots and managed shot tracking for the superhero series 'Secret Invasion', ensuring quality and integration of complex VFX elements within episodic content.
Associate Editor / First Assistant Editor at Various including ALCON, Sony Pictures Animation, Disney, DreamWorks, Paramount, Columbia
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030
Supported lead editors on major animated and live-action projects such as 'Garfield', 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse', and 'Madagascar'. Responsible for organizing editorial workflows, syncing footage, and preparing sequences for final editing.
Assistant Editor at Various including Disney, DreamWorks, Universal/Paramount
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030
Performed editorial assistant duties on major films including 'Hercules' and 'Sliders'. Assisted in media management, assembly of rough cuts, and maintained post-production schedules.
Editor at Various Studios including Netflix, Nickelodeon, Disney TV, DreamWorks TV, Warner Bros TV, ZAG/FOX Animation, Shed Media, Marvel/Disney+
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030
Edited feature films, animated documentaries, animated series, and docuseries including titles such as Piece by Piece (Netflix), Star Trek: Prodigy, Rock Dog 2 & 3, Rise of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Green Eggs and Ham, Rapunzel’s Tangled Adventure, Trolls: The Beat Goes On, New Looney Tunes & Scooby-Doo!, Melody, and Murder for Hire. Trusted to deliver high-impact storytelling across animated and live-action features, television series, and visual effects.
VFX Editor at Marvel/Disney+
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030
Worked as VFX Editor on the superhero series Secret Invasion, managing visual effects editorial and shot tracking.
Associate Editor / First Assistant Editor at Various Studios including ALCON, Sony Pictures Animation, Disney, DreamWorks, Paramount, Columbia, Mass Animation, Original Force
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030
Supported editing on films including Garfield, Legend of Darkmouth, Smallfoot, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2, Winnie the Pooh, King of the Elves, Treasure Planet, Madagascar series, The Italian Job, Eight Crazy Nights, Blazing Samurai, and Duck Duck Goose.
Assistant Editor at Various Studios including Disney, DreamWorks, Paramount, Universal
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030
Assisted on early career projects including Hercules, The Emperor’s New Groove, Sinbad, The Watcher, Sliders, and MacGyver.

Education

BA at MOntgomery College
September 5, 1983 - December 15, 1986

Qualifications

Member, Motion Picture Editors Guild, IATSE Local #700
January 11, 2030 - July 2, 2025
Member of Motion Picture Editors Guild, IATSE Local #700
January 11, 2030 - July 2, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet