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Hi, I’m Ben Chertoff, a passionate documentary filmmaker and video editor with over two decades of experience in producing engaging multimedia content. I've worked extensively in TV production, audio/video production, and documentary filming and editing, always dedicated to creating customized videos that truly resonate with audiences. I enjoy collaborating closely with teams and clients to bring creative visions to life, whether through motion graphics, photography, or animation. I love capturing compelling stories and have been deeply involved in both commercial and nonprofit projects. My work spans from educational videos to fine art documentation, with a strong focus on enhancing the skills of professionals through visually rich content. I believe in reliability, creativity, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships to support business success.…Hi, I’m Ben Chertoff, a passionate documentary filmmaker and video editor with over two decades of experience in producing engaging multimedia content. I've worked extensively in TV production, audio/video production, and documentary filming and editing, always dedicated to creating customized videos that truly resonate with audiences. I enjoy collaborating closely with teams and clients to bring creative visions to life, whether through motion graphics, photography, or animation. I love capturing compelling stories and have been deeply involved in both commercial and nonprofit projects. My work spans from educational videos to fine art documentation, with a strong focus on enhancing the skills of professionals through visually rich content. I believe in reliability, creativity, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships to support business success.

Ben Chertoff

Video Editor, Documentary Filmmaker, Director of Photography, +2

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Hi, I’m Ben Chertoff, a passionate documentary filmmaker and video editor with over two decades of experience in producing engaging multimedia content. I've worked extensively in TV production, audio/video production, and documentary filming and editing, always dedicated to creating customized videos that truly resonate with audiences. I enjoy collaborating closely with teams and clients to bring creative visions to life, whether through motion graphics, photography, or animation. I love capturing compelling stories and have been deeply involved in both commercial and nonprofit projects. My work spans from educational videos to fine art documentation, with a strong focus on enhancing the skills of professionals through visually rich content. I believe in reliability, creativity, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships to support business success.…Hi, I’m Ben Chertoff, a passionate documentary filmmaker and video editor with over two decades of experience in producing engaging multimedia content. I've worked extensively in TV production, audio/video production, and documentary filming and editing, always dedicated to creating customized videos that truly resonate with audiences. I enjoy collaborating closely with teams and clients to bring creative visions to life, whether through motion graphics, photography, or animation. I love capturing compelling stories and have been deeply involved in both commercial and nonprofit projects. My work spans from educational videos to fine art documentation, with a strong focus on enhancing the skills of professionals through visually rich content. I believe in reliability, creativity, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships to support business success.

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Hi, I’m Ben Chertoff, a passionate documentary filmmaker and video editor with over two decades of experience in producing engaging multimedia content. I’ve worked extensively in TV production, audio/video production, and documentary filming and editing, always dedicated to creating customized videos that truly resonate with audiences. I enjoy collaborating closely with teams and clients to bring creative visions to life, whether through motion graphics, photography, or animation.

I love capturing compelling stories and have been deeply involved in both commercial and nonprofit projects. My work spans from educational videos to fine art documentation, with a strong focus on enhancing the skills of professionals through visually rich content. I believe in reliability, creativity, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships to support business success.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Final Cut Pro X

Expert

Video Advert

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Video Editor at Benchmark Education

January 1, 2020 - June 13, 2024

Manage video editing, motion graphics, and animation for a major, award-winning educational publisher. Own control over all post-production stages including radio cut, rough cut, and picture lock. Spearhead all aspects of post-production and playback of videos/products for online platforms. Conceptualize and produce captivating illustrative animations, while producing templates and facilitating the post team. Collaborate with various stakeholders to gather feedback and tailor revisions, working closely with in-house production teams and clients. Organize and streamline the production process in partnership with production and DP teams. Act as Director of Photography for company-wide promotional videos, creating engaging footage with both professional and amateur on-screen talent. Developed and edited hundreds of educational and teacher training videos and promotions, enhancing the professional skills of teachers through compelling visual and motion graphic treatments.

Producer at AOL Creative Productions

January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009

Created cutting-edge video content supporting AOL-owned online titles such as AOL Sessions, Moviefone.com, MoRocca360.com, Switched.com, and Engadget.com. Developed persuasive video content under tight deadlines and budgets. Managed the creation of innovative custom video programming by collaborating with site editors. Developed video and podcast series for multiple digital news and lifestyle outlets, enhancing viewer experience. Directed shooting and editing of compelling videos on time and within budget.

Video Production, Editing & Photography at Freelance

January 1, 2007 - June 13, 2024

Created engaging multimedia content, including photography and video production. Provided writing, shooting, editing, and animation services for corporate and private clients such as Kohn Gallery, Pavarini-McGovern, Alexis Bittar, Colorado Classic, and Benchmark Educational Company. Photography featured internationally in Vogue Magazine and Popular Mechanics Magazine. Produced content for nonprofit, commercial, and media clients like Oxfam, AOL, Heavytone Records, and Hearst Magazines. Documented fine art for international galleries and renowned artists. Participated in group shows and publications including ICP CONCERNED and The Five Journal. Nominated for construction photograph of the year by trade magazine ENR. Directed and edited video campaigns, including Alexis Bittar's 2021 campaign. Directed, shot, and edited a short documentary film project with release date TBD.

Online Editor at Popular Mechanics

January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007

Served as editor of PopularMechanics.com, fostering the magazine’s digital presence. Created the magazine’s first podcast and pioneered online video content production. Produced hundreds of video packages from field reporting to product reviews and how-to videos. Early podcaster reaching top 10 iTunes podcasts in 2006. Covered breaking tech news stories in video form, achieving millions of views.

Research Editor at Popular Mechanics

January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2006

Founded and managed the fact-checking department, directing a team of researchers and handling in-house assignments. Lead reporter and researcher for a special investigative feature debunking 9/11 conspiracy theories, expanded into a book. Appeared in multiple media outlets including Good Morning America, CNN, Fox News, BBC, NPR, and others.