Hi, I'm James C. Powell, a versatile video editor with extensive experience in broadcast media and digital storytelling. I'm proficient in Avid and the Adobe Creative Cloud, delivering high-quality post-production across episodic series, web content, commercials, and documentaries. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy shaping stories through editing and motion graphics.

James C. Powell

Hi, I'm James C. Powell, a versatile video editor with extensive experience in broadcast media and digital storytelling. I'm proficient in Avid and the Adobe Creative Cloud, delivering high-quality post-production across episodic series, web content, commercials, and documentaries. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy shaping stories through editing and motion graphics.

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Hi, I’m James C. Powell, a versatile video editor with extensive experience in broadcast media and digital storytelling.

I’m proficient in Avid and the Adobe Creative Cloud, delivering high-quality post-production across episodic series, web content, commercials, and documentaries. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy shaping stories through editing and motion graphics.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Post-Production Professional at Freelance
October 1, 2016 - Present
Clients include IMG Live, Marriott, Michelin, Double Raven, Jennifer Lopez, Drake, Ciara, Coldplay, ACURA, Noom, TUMI, etc.
Editor/Motion Graphics at Crazy Legs Productions
May 1, 2017 - July 1, 2018
Editor for Discovery Network television shows and webisodes including scoring, show development, title design and show opens. Produced branded content for Hershey’s and Great American Country.
Senior Editor/Compositor at Magick Lantern
May 1, 2000 - October 1, 2016
Promoted after 4 years to senior level operator. Editor/Compositor. Clients included: Coca-Cola, Delta, Home Depot, Kroger, Food Lion, BBDO, JWT , BKV, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, TNT, TBS, CNN, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, McKesson, Porsche, U. S. Marines, FEMA, Invesco, Tanger Outlets, Karastan Carpets, The University of Georgia, The Carter Center, and many more.
Editor/Compositor at Magick Lantern
May 1, 1996 - May 1, 2000
Promoted after 4 years to senior level operator. Editor/Compositor. Clients included: Coca-Cola, Delta, Home Depot, Kroger, Food Lion, BBDO, JWT, BKV, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, TNT, TBS, CNN, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, McKesson, Porsche, U. S. Marines, FEMA, Invesco, Tanger Outlets, Karastan Carpets, The University of Georgia, The Carter Center, and many more.
Stage Manager-Post Producer at Freelance A/V Professional
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1996
Clients primarily included haircare product lines such as REDKEN, Nioxin, Kenra, Tressa, etc.
Assistant Editor Creative Post & Transfer at Freelance
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1994
Clients included: MLB, Nascar, and Stouffer's Resorts
Assistant Editor Creative Post & Transfer
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1994
Clients included: MLB, Nascar, and Stouffer's Resorts
Freelance Post-Production Professional
October 1, 2016 - Present
Clients include IMG Live, Marriott, Michelin, Double Raven, Jennifer Lopez, Drake, Ciara, Coldplay, ACURA, Noom, TUMI, etc.
Assistant Editor at Creative Post & Transfer
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1994
Clients included: MLB, Nascar, and Stouffer's Resorts
Freelance Post-Production Professional at Self-Employed / Freelance
October 1, 2016 - Present
Provided post-production services for high-profile clients, including editing, color correction, and motion graphics for episodic series, web content, commercials, and documentaries. Projects spanned broadcast and digital platforms.

Education

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Qualifications

Promax Award
January 11, 2030 - December 31, 2025
NY Festivals Award
January 11, 2030 - December 31, 2025
MCAI Award
January 11, 2030 - December 31, 2025
Telly Award
January 11, 2030 - December 31, 2025
Regional Emmy
January 11, 2030 - December 31, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods