Hi, I'm Annie Kane, a passionate documentary filmmaker currently pursuing my MFA in Documentary Film at American University. I specialize in editing, producing, and cinematography with extensive experience working on meaningful stories related to history, culture, and social issues. I'm dedicated to bringing important voices to the screen while maintaining a collaborative and creative approach. With hands-on experience at institutions like the National Gallery of Art and Colorlab, and a rich background from the University of Pittsburgh, I thrive in roles that allow me to tell compelling stories visually. I love working on documentary projects, managing production logistics, and diving into all aspects of film editing and camera work.

Annie Kane

Hi, I'm Annie Kane, a passionate documentary filmmaker currently pursuing my MFA in Documentary Film at American University. I specialize in editing, producing, and cinematography with extensive experience working on meaningful stories related to history, culture, and social issues. I'm dedicated to bringing important voices to the screen while maintaining a collaborative and creative approach. With hands-on experience at institutions like the National Gallery of Art and Colorlab, and a rich background from the University of Pittsburgh, I thrive in roles that allow me to tell compelling stories visually. I love working on documentary projects, managing production logistics, and diving into all aspects of film editing and camera work.

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Hi, I’m Annie Kane, a passionate documentary filmmaker currently pursuing my MFA in Documentary Film at American University. I specialize in editing, producing, and cinematography with extensive experience working on meaningful stories related to history, culture, and social issues. I’m dedicated to bringing important voices to the screen while maintaining a collaborative and creative approach.

With hands-on experience at institutions like the National Gallery of Art and Colorlab, and a rich background from the University of Pittsburgh, I thrive in roles that allow me to tell compelling stories visually. I love working on documentary projects, managing production logistics, and diving into all aspects of film editing and camera work.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Work Experience

Scanning Assistant at Colorlab
December 1, 2023 - Present
Assisted in cleaning, scanning, color correcting, and digitally restoring 8mm and 16mm films. Managed processing of archival photographs and maintained detailed logs and database entries through Excel and physical box grouping, focused on Smithsonian collection projects through May.
Assistant Editor / Editor / AE at Various Documentary Projects
January 1, 2022 - Present
Edited and assisted in editing multiple documentaries including 'Black Side of the Bay' and 'God of the Mountain'. Provided assistant editing on projects in production such as 'Salvaging Birds' and 'Hill District: Future of Renewal and Renovation of the August Wilson House'.
Assistant Producer / Researcher / Producer at Various Documentary Projects
January 1, 2022 - Present
Conducted research and assisted in producing documentaries including 'Untitled 2025 Shani Davis Documentary', 'Defenders of Democracy' for PBS, and short films featured in film festivals. Managed production logistics and supported creative development.
DP (Director of Photography) at Capital Hills Most Wanted
January 1, 2025 - Present
Served as Director of Photography for the documentary following the activist group Code Pink, responsible for all cinematography aspects.
Associate Producer at Department of Communications, University of Pittsburgh
December 31, 2023 - July 8, 2025
Fulfilled various roles on shoots including Camera Operator, Assistant Camera, Grip, Sound, and Digital Imaging Technician. Edited projects such as 'The Future Of Race Equity And Cultural Inclusion In Pittsburgh', nominated for Regional Emmy. Coordinated shoots and collaborated with crew teams.

Education

MFA at American University
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025
BA at University of Pittsburgh
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2021

Qualifications

Open water scuba certification
January 11, 2030 - July 8, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Education