Hi, I'm Richard Finkelstein. I've had the chance to work extensively as a video editor and documentary filmmaker, with experience ranging from university projects to broadcasting social issue documentaries. I enjoy using my technical skills in editing software to bring stories and projects to life. I am passionate about visual storytelling and enjoy collaborating with professionals to produce high-quality video content. With a strong educational background and practical internships under my belt, I am excited to continue growing and contributing in the media and entertainment industry.

Richard Finkelstein

Hi, I'm Richard Finkelstein. I've had the chance to work extensively as a video editor and documentary filmmaker, with experience ranging from university projects to broadcasting social issue documentaries. I enjoy using my technical skills in editing software to bring stories and projects to life. I am passionate about visual storytelling and enjoy collaborating with professionals to produce high-quality video content. With a strong educational background and practical internships under my belt, I am excited to continue growing and contributing in the media and entertainment industry.

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Hi, I’m Richard Finkelstein. I’ve had the chance to work extensively as a video editor and documentary filmmaker, with experience ranging from university projects to broadcasting social issue documentaries. I enjoy using my technical skills in editing software to bring stories and projects to life.

I am passionate about visual storytelling and enjoy collaborating with professionals to produce high-quality video content. With a strong educational background and practical internships under my belt, I am excited to continue growing and contributing in the media and entertainment industry.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Advanced

Work Experience

Video Editor at Suffolk County Community College
May 31, 2025 - July 21, 2025
In this internship, I edited videos for a variety of projects that were run by the Radio & Television Department at Suffolk County Community College, ranging from a Television Production to College Orientation.
Video Editor at Fraunhofer ISI
November 30, 2024 - July 21, 2025
In this internship I advised scientists on the technical set-up and proper procedure for high quality lecture recording with Camtasia. I also edited and cut lecture recordings with Adobe Premiere Pro for lifelong learning classes on sustainability topics on university level. I also coordinated recording and editing schedules with the lecturers. Finally, I uploaded lecture recordings and integrated them into a Moodle course structure.
Documentary Video Editor at TV Mainz
November 30, 2024 - July 21, 2025
I produced and edited journalistic documentaries on social issues that were broadcasted on the network TV Mainz. I also received training to use the Sony HXR-NX800 camera for production.

Education

Bachelor's Degree at City College of New York
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2019
High School Diploma at Earl L. Vandermeulen High School
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2014

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Life Sciences