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Hi! I'm Melissa Cavalier, a detail-oriented and story-driven video editor with over 15 years of experience in film, television, and video production. I've worked on everything from custom slideshows and event highlight reels to promotional content, always striving to create meaningful, nature-themed stories that resonate with audiences. I enjoy collaborating closely with clients, directors, and creative teams to craft compelling narratives that meet project goals and exceed expectations. I’m skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro and visual effects tools, and I take pride in my strong work ethic, adaptability, and creative problem-solving abilities. Whether it’s editing weddings, managing workflows, or ensuring continuity on set, I bring dedication and passion to every project I tackle.…Hi! I'm Melissa Cavalier, a detail-oriented and story-driven video editor with over 15 years of experience in film, television, and video production. I've worked on everything from custom slideshows and event highlight reels to promotional content, always striving to create meaningful, nature-themed stories that resonate with audiences. I enjoy collaborating closely with clients, directors, and creative teams to craft compelling narratives that meet project goals and exceed expectations. I’m skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro and visual effects tools, and I take pride in my strong work ethic, adaptability, and creative problem-solving abilities. Whether it’s editing weddings, managing workflows, or ensuring continuity on set, I bring dedication and passion to every project I tackle.

Melissa Cavalier

Video Editor, Visual Effects Artist, Script Supervisor, +2

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Hi! I'm Melissa Cavalier, a detail-oriented and story-driven video editor with over 15 years of experience in film, television, and video production. I've worked on everything from custom slideshows and event highlight reels to promotional content, always striving to create meaningful, nature-themed stories that resonate with audiences. I enjoy collaborating closely with clients, directors, and creative teams to craft compelling narratives that meet project goals and exceed expectations. I’m skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro and visual effects tools, and I take pride in my strong work ethic, adaptability, and creative problem-solving abilities. Whether it’s editing weddings, managing workflows, or ensuring continuity on set, I bring dedication and passion to every project I tackle.…Hi! I'm Melissa Cavalier, a detail-oriented and story-driven video editor with over 15 years of experience in film, television, and video production. I've worked on everything from custom slideshows and event highlight reels to promotional content, always striving to create meaningful, nature-themed stories that resonate with audiences. I enjoy collaborating closely with clients, directors, and creative teams to craft compelling narratives that meet project goals and exceed expectations. I’m skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro and visual effects tools, and I take pride in my strong work ethic, adaptability, and creative problem-solving abilities. Whether it’s editing weddings, managing workflows, or ensuring continuity on set, I bring dedication and passion to every project I tackle.

Available to hire

Hi! I’m Melissa Cavalier, a detail-oriented and story-driven video editor with over 15 years of experience in film, television, and video production. I’ve worked on everything from custom slideshows and event highlight reels to promotional content, always striving to create meaningful, nature-themed stories that resonate with audiences. I enjoy collaborating closely with clients, directors, and creative teams to craft compelling narratives that meet project goals and exceed expectations.

I’m skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro and visual effects tools, and I take pride in my strong work ethic, adaptability, and creative problem-solving abilities. Whether it’s editing weddings, managing workflows, or ensuring continuity on set, I bring dedication and passion to every project I tackle.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Video Editor at Self Employed / Independent Projects

April 1, 2011 - Present

Edited wedding and birthday event videos into emotionally engaging highlight reels and slideshows tailored to client preferences, integrating client-provided media, video effects, motion graphics, and synchronized music. Developed promotional videos for private clients to boost engagement and brand awareness. Applied music-driven editing for enhanced emotional impact across event and promotional projects. Managed project timelines, client collaboration, and revisions, delivering polished video projects.

Visual Effects Editor at Golden Ship Productions

April 1, 2024 - Present

Composited video clips using masking, rotoscoping, keying, and motion tracking. Maintained a structured file management system to enhance workflows and efficiency.

Dialogue List Editor at International Digital Centre

October 1, 2021 - Present

Transcribed, edited, and quality controlled English dialogue lists/scripts from TV episodes and films for accurate foreign language translation and dubbing. Tagged special term categories and annotated slang, idioms, proper nouns, and cultural context to ensure translation accuracy across numerous projects.

Transcriptionist at Everything Transcription

January 31, 2022 - July 11, 2025

Transcribed English audio/video content efficiently, researched and verified terminology to ensure transcription accuracy, enhancing transcript reliability.

Photographer/Site Rep/Operations Assistant at Real to Reel Locations

December 31, 2020 - July 11, 2025

Photographed, edited, and published production sites using DSLR and VR 360 cameras. Served as liaison between location owners and TV/film productions, ensuring compliance with requirements. Documented on-site production plans and activities for numerous scouts and shoots.

Freelance Script Supervisor at Self-Employed

March 31, 2020 - July 11, 2025

Recorded structured logs of on-set film script, camera, and scene details for post-production editors. Maintained film continuity to ensure polished on-screen cohesion.

TV Production Assistant/Field Logger at Bunim Murray Productions

May 31, 2018 - July 11, 2025

Assisted cast and crew on set, handled on-set needs, transported cast safely, documented on-set scene dialogue and plot details for reality TV shoots. Worked on shows like Oxygen’s Bad Girls Club, A&E’s Born This Way, and E!’s Keeping Up with the Kardashians.

Story & Post Production Assistant/Logger at Bunim Murray Productions

December 31, 2017 - July 11, 2025

Logged and summarized reality TV footage, marked compelling story elements from cast interviews, edited rough cut scenes using Avid Media Composer, and wrote detailed plot breakdowns for multiple TV series episodes.

Freelance TV/Film/Event Production Assistant at Various companies

April 30, 2017 - July 11, 2025

Supported film/TV productions and events with cast and crew, managed setup/breakdown, craft services, props, and safe transportation of people and equipment on multiple shoot days for projects like So You Think You Can Dance and Love and Hip Hop Hollywood.