Discover Top Video Editors - Documentary in Palmdale, California, USA

Relavox is a full-service media production agency. Since founding by husband and wife team Lindsey and Josh Hasty (PGA) in 2015, Relavox has built upon its competitive business model of producing world-class video, animation, and still photography content from ideation to final delivery in-house. Thanks to deep roots in successful DIY filmmaking, Relavox has built relationships, systems, and tools that vertically integrate productions, squeezing maximum value from every dollar on any budget without sacrificing quality. Over nearly a decade, the team at Relavox has written, produced, directed, edited, and scored feature films, documentaries, commercials, and educational content for some of the most respected names in various markets. Our work has been distributed internationally online, through physical media, streaming, and in theaters by Lionsgate, Showtime, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Sony Pictures, and from the brands we partner with.

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• Video Editor - Documentary
• Colorist

Nova West is an artist, filmmaker, photographer, conservationist, and environmental educator originating from southern Minnesota. Currently based out of San Diego California, their passion lies in exploring our natural world and finding creative ways to inspire others to jump in. Nova currently works as a freelance camera operator - specializing in wildlife, expedition, and underwater documentary storytelling - and as an artist and designer by commission. They often work at sea as a Video Engineer and Expedition Documentarian aboard the E/V Nautilus, operating ROV camera systems and documenting groundbreaking deep sea exploration operations. They also filmed and co-directed Diving for Rays, which is now available for streaming globally on Waterbear Network. Across their work they've collaborated with organizations such as National Geographic, Discovery, Netflix, Red Rock Films, NOAA, Ocean Exploration Trust, and more.

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• Video Editor - Documentary
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Digital Content Creator
• Drone Operator
• Documentary DP
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A pleasure to meet you. I've been working in media for the past 25 years. I started my career in Production/Advertising and moved to live Sports and events productions. And I found my passion in Storytelling in News. I've worked with all the major news outlets in the US. Univision, Telemundo, CW, ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC. The first 10 years of my news career were dedicated mainly to Directing/Technical Directing Newscasts for Univision San Diego and Telemundo33 San Diego. When I moved to the general market, I switched to videography and editing. In my last 7 years working in News in San Diego, Los Angeles, and Orange County. I have developed my craft as a Storyteller and Photojournalist. I have been awarded for my work a NATAS regional Emmy (2), RTDN Edward R. Murrow Award for fire coverage, RTDN Golden Mic (2), and Press Photographers Association of Greater Los Angeles video contest (4). I have co-produced and directed the Spanish Official Show of the San Diego Chargers. I have experience both in front and back of the camera. I love to collaborate as well as work on my own. My many years in Live Television and Production have given me the experience to produce great content. Adding value to every project that I do. I will love to work with you.

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• Video Editor - Documentary
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
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• Corporate Videographer
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• HD Live Operator
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
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• Digital Content Creator
• TV News Producer
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Emmy Award-Winning Journalist • Media Consultant • AI Expert • Professor • Blogger • Author • Lifestyle Specialist ••• Olivia Smith is an Emmy Award-winning journalist, media consultant and AI expert based in L.A. She focuses on innovating storytelling with cutting-edge technology. Olivia is currently on the GenAI Content team at Meta. Before this role, she spent a decade at Disney, working for ABC News, GMA and ABC7. Olivia is also an Adjunct Professor at USC. Beyond journalism and tech, Olivia has several passion projects. She is the Co-Founder and CEO of Media Consulting Coaches, where she offers on-camera training and content creation courses. She is also the Founder and CEO of the blog Get Savvy with Social. Olivia is a lifestyle specialist and has a Certified Nutrition credential through NASM. She loves writing and authored a series of children's books about detective dogs, which she created with her father. Follow her for day-to-day updates on her work @LivNews and #LivWell.

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• Reporter / Journalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Video Editor - News
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• TV News Producer
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Event Photographer
• Audio Storyteller
• Fixer
• Executive Producer

Hello, My name is Bernard, I am a French American and a filmmaker for over 35+ years. As a cameraman and DP I grew up during the “Old-School” era of classic filmmaking I have been influenced by the work and by the philosophy of great cinematographers of the Nouvelle Vague period in France. My most prominent inspiration is Nestor Almandros who created cinema Vérité in Cuba (Oscar winner for Kramer vs Kramer and The Blue Lagoon). My brother, Gérard Blain, was an renown actor in France during this period. (Le Beau Serge /Jean-Claude Chabrol, in the US for his part in Hatari /John Wayne) The Nouvelle Vague took the camera out of the studios and with very little money they created master pieces, and a whole new direction and approach to filmmaking. That is not to say I am not acquainted with more modern takes of filmmaking. I am also heavily inspired by the early MTV's style of camerawork. The freedom; breaking the rules with lighter cameras and the preference for videos over films, a new style was created. I am from both of those worlds. And for me, the simple rule is to keep the viewers undisturbed from technical effects, if in fact they are needed at all to begin with. Over the 35 years of filming and documenting wood sculptors, I have mastered ways of filming and producing that makes you feel closer to the art piece. As a producer, I was looking for the creative process; the soul behind the art. I love doing interviews, I am used to go on the road and sometimes do the interviews myself, the camera, set-up, audio... everything! A one man show! (Beyond Wood series) In 1998, I was already encoding videos with “Real Player”. Today I create posts on Facebook, YouTube and other social media outlets. They are great platforms and tools in which I may reach a larger and more diverse audience. Thank you for your consideration, Sincerely, Bernard

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• Video Editor - Documentary
• Creative Director
• Fixer
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant

I am a creative Editor & Videographer based in Los Angeles, California. I have extensive experience working in the television and advertising industry. In 2016 I was honored with an Emmy® award for my work on an environmental documentary investigation. I have worked in different capacities for On-Air Broadcast and Creative Services. I am passionate about storytelling and am skilled in translating scripts and ideas into captivating visuals. I approach problem-solving issues effectively and collaborate efficiently with all departments to achieve creative goals and complete the storyboard, filmmaking, and video post-production successfully from initial rough cuts to polished final delivery. Post-production specialist in color correction, color grading, sound mixing & design, and compositing for a polished finished product with close attention to aesthetics and preservation of story. I oversee pre/pro production processes to ensure high production value in the quality of filming with good composition and lighting, and ensure there are sufficient quality shots for great storytelling that engages audiences and pleases clients. I work with creatives to produce visually stunning motion graphics. Experienced in conducting media management processes/workflows and carrying out technical troubleshooting and media conversions for our projects. Preparing shows for on-air broadcast with quality control for master control or content for digital and social channels.

• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Corporate Videographer

Clients include Jack Canfield, Brian Tracy, Phil Town, CrossFit Invictus. Creative ideas and strong writing skills contribute insight to the organization, while simultaneously developing internal growth. Primary objective is to inform, promote, educate and cultivate individuals through the art of writing. Create email campaigns, newsletters, promotional video scripts, social media content, landing page copy, web pages, scripts, and paid ads. Ensure consistency in voice, messaging, and alignment with strategic business direction. Conduct client and/or industry research in order to knowledgeably write about the subject matter and create content. Write compelling content through advertising campaigns for immediate implementation via automated marketing in INFUSIONSOFT. Convert marketing strategies into persuasive, original copy that engages readers and converts to sales, brand development. Stay up-to-date on emerging digital marketing trends, innovation, and advancements.

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• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Translator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Mark Abramson (b. 1988) is a Russian-American freelance photographer and filmmaker based in New York City. I am drawn to telling stories that allow me to pass through a window and enter into subjects’ lives and document their existence and experiences. Much of my desire to cover issues concerning immigration and other social issues come from the fabric of my family history and its migration from the former Soviet Union and how that has enabled me to work with my camera. My interest in exploring reporting led me study print journalism at the George Washington University, which then led me to receive more formal training as a photographer and video journalist at the Washington Post and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel I am an English, Russian, Spanish, and Hebrew speaker and a regular contributor to the Wall Street Journal. My published work and other clients also include: The Washington Post, The Chronicle of Higher Education, Education Week , Getty Images, GOOD Magazine, and more.

• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

I am a multi-award winning creative non-fiction producer/editor with close to 15 years of professional broadcast experience and a freshly mounted MFA degree from Parsons School of Design in NYC. I created an EMMY nominated TV docu-series about artists called ''ART or something like it!'', produced & edited an EMMY award winning magazine series called "Study With The Best", as well as, many other award-winning TV projects, promotional packages, interviews, presentations and PSA’s for several major broadcast networks in the NYC market. Recently, I have been producing a monthly series of short-form non-fiction movies exploring the creative process of eccentric performing artists called ''A FOOL'S IDEA'' (which won 3 awards at the 2014 LA Web-Series Festival for Outstanding Series, Directing & Editing and was an 'Official Selection' in the 2014 Miami Web Festival). I am passionate about telling honest, human stories, which inspire people to achieve greatness.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Fixer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

I was born as a professional in the incredible Patagonia. I fell in love with world cinema at an early age. I truly enjoy being on set and although I approach each project I take on with the utmost dedication, it never feels like work. After developing my eye as a cinematographer, I started writing and directing.   Nowadays, I work equally as a director, cinematographer and editor, sometimes simultaneously, choosing to challenge myself on every job with a shape shifting style and a hunger for originality. I hope the work speaks for itself. I have lived in Patagonia and now find myself in California. Most importantly, I'm an avid collaborator, a curator of ideas, a lover of natural light and outdoor work, I love nature and challenges and value experiences over financial gains - but a little of both can't hurt

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Creative Director
• Colorist

My name is Brad Alexander I am located in Orange County, California and have a background in Directing, Cinematography, and Video Editing. I come from a background working full time for a commercial agency, and freelancing for other agencies on the side, before starting my own agency called Wise Old Crow Media. I tend to work in the commercial space helping brands create story telling content, but have done a range of things including documentary, music videos, live event and broadcast, and fashion. My first feature length documentary is currently wrapping post production, my first documentary short film screened 3 festivals and won 2 awards, and I am currently shooting another feature length documentary, so my heart is definitely drawn to story telling projects. I look forward to meeting new people and creating new things.

• Corporate Videographer
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary

Nate Forer is an accomplished and highly regarded visual storyteller. He possesses a unique eye and creative vision that enables him to capture compelling images that emotionally move and inspire. As a photojournalist he has crossed the country covering news events ranging from political battles in New York to street protests in California. Forer is also an experienced producer, director, editor and cinematographer. His documentaries include a rafting expedition down the Grand Canyon and his corporate videos feature an in-depth look at Syracuse University Recreation. Born in Los Angeles, Forer graduated from Syracuse University with a degree in Aerospace Engineering and a minor in Photography. He is Founder and CEO of MOUNTech, an action sports media company. He aspires to creatively combine science, technology and visual storytelling into an innovative new art form.

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• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Andrew Hida is a director, cinematographer and Editor based in Los Angeles, California. Recently, he directed and produced Im/Perfection, a short film about architectural design and hand renderings that premiered at the Hawaii International Film Festival. Previously, Andrew was awarded 2nd Prize in the World Press Photo’s 2015 Multimedia Contest for editing The Fence--a short film that documents residents engulfed in the construction of the US-Mexico border wall, and directed Follow My Steps--a short documentary film that examines the coming of age of two young handicapped boys in Syracuse, NY. Follow My Steps is an award-winning film that has been recognized by the Katherine Schneider Journalism Award for Excellence in Reporting on Disability, the National Press Photographers Association, and The San Francisco International Festival of Short Films.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Non-Fiction Film Director

Bob Sly is a 30-year multimedia production professional who has produced, directed, shot, and edited scores of corporate, commercial, broadcast, and documentary programs. He also teaches video production classes at San Diego City College and Grossmont College in San Diego, CA. Since 2008, Bob has researched and gathered interviews and footage related to zero waste – a growing movement that seeks a fundamental change from “waste” management to “resource” management. He has been active in numerous environmental organizations and committees. Bob's YouTube channel, "Bob Sly - ReSourceZW" includes presentations from renowned "zero wasters" from around the world, as well as his video series "Re-Source." His other YouTube channel, “Bob Sly - Bigsly" features personal videos, student productions, and some of his other professional work.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Reporter / Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Christina Neferis is a multifaceted filmmaker. She is currently directing the documentary Power Lines, which explores the 40 year controversy behind power lines and the intense debate between doctors, scientists, homeowners, environmentalists, journalists and power line companies. Her docu-style webisode, LA Stories has profiled politicians, artists, activists, rock stars and many more. Christina features people who are living their dream therefore inspiring others to live theirs. She is also producing the documentary American Surveillance which documents the ongoing battle to preserve American constitutional rights and values against the expanding activities of the surveillance state. Her recent credits include the DONS '51 for ESPN and FEMME, which has garnered festival awards worldwide. Other projects include award winning campaigns for SAVE THE CHILDREN and AT&T DAYBREAK.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
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• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

I'm a videographer and editor based in Los Angeles, working primarily in the music world but open to all projects. I have worked as a DP on independent shorts and fashion editorials, shot/edited various behind-the-scenes videos, shot/directed/edited a number of music videos, and have worked as an editor and assistant editor on popular YouTube reality shows, among other roles. Prior to this experience, I ran a Greek food company for which I also did food photography and videography. I graduated from Georgetown University in 2015 with a degree in Culture and Politics, emphasis on media and the environment. At Georgetown, I studied documentary film, worked as the university photographer/videographer, interned at a documentary production company in New York, and worked on several student film projects, one of which went on to screen at festivals worldwide.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Hello, My name is Nina Najjar and I am a Film Director and a Producer with experience in TV commercials, Corporate Videos, Short Movies and Videography. I grew up in Lebanon in the beautiful city of Beirut where there is art to tell stories. Working in the Film Industry for more than 8 years in the Middle East, Europe and in New York made me realize that the stories I want to portray are the ones closest to my hear. I have to put my real emotions into my career to make something believable and powerful which is why to become a real director is a constant challenge, a life-time path. Awards: Recently, a short animated movie which I co-produced won the Palm D'Or at Cannes Film Festival. www.waves98.com 2015 Mamnou3, a Web-series which I directed was nominated at Geneva International Film Festival win 2012

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• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

I look for stories that are off the beaten path that elucidate the human experience. From investigative journalism to music videos, I let the story take me on adventures I could never have imagined myself. The name Selva City (selva is Jungle in Spanish) comes from experiencing Urban jungles across the US, Europe, Africa, The Caribbean and Latin America. I've produced and directed stories for VICE Media, ESPN Deportes, ABC, HBO and a bunch of online properties. In addition to producing and directing, I shoot, write, edit and am comfortable in front of the camera. I'm certified in hostility training, first aid and first response. If it involves travel, foreign languages, and anything related to Culture, politics, music, sports, cute animals or has major historical implications, I'm in. I'd love to help you tell your next story.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Reporter / Journalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

I'm a documentary filmmaker and camerawoman with a passion for social justice. Armed with little more than a camera and backpack, I have traveled the world documenting stories from the margins, inspired by legions of women, workers, activists and young people dedicating their lives and loves to social change. From Aids orphans in Kenya, green truck drivers in Long Beach, grandmother abalone divers in Japan and maids in Las Vegas, I'm constantly inspired by stories that not only move us, but move us to action. My films have won awards in film festivals and my work been broadcast on PBS, Al Jazeera, BBC and CBC, but I am most proud of the work I am now doing with GlobalGirl Media, www.globalgirlmedia.org, a non-profit which empowers young women from under-served communities in digital journalism. Speak English, Swahili and French.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
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• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
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• Reporter / Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Creative Director

With over 11 years of experience as an Emmy-nominated filmmaker, I specialize in non-fiction direction and editing, social media content strategy and production, as well as podcast production and copywriting services. Having worked in 7 countries and over 30 cities, I have collaborated with numerous individuals and brands to craft meaningful and creative narratives that stand the test of time. My unwavering commitment to storytelling stems from its unparalleled ability to celebrate voices, build enduring relationships, introduce groundbreaking ideas, empower, and contribute to collective human growth. I believe that stories, when remembered, become the threads that weave the fabric of our legacy. Each project I undertake is a deliberate effort to bridge the gap between concept and execution, creating immersive experiences that resonate long after the final frame or word.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Podcast Producer
• Digital Content Creator
• Copywriter
• Field Producer