Discover Top Video Editors - Documentary in Seattle, Washington, USA

I'm James Allen Smith and I've been making TV & films for over 12 years. I wrote and produced five seasons of A&E's Emmy Nominated HOARDERS. I have also edited and directed various commercials including a national TV campaign for ZULILY. Additionally, I produced, directed and edited a number of documentary style videos for SWEDISH HOSPITAL, FRED HUTCH, AMGEN, PATH, MICROSOFT, and SUR LA TABLE to name a few. ​ When I'm not busy working to tell stories for clients, I pursue my personal passion projects. I directed two feature-length documentaries, most notably FLOORED, a look into the unique and fleeting world of open outcry floor trading. Floored was praised in many industry media channels including NYT, Wall Street Journal, CNBC, Bloomberg, Forbes, Businessweek and Marketplace on NPR. ​ I have written and produced multiple works of fiction as well. THE EXCHANGE is an episodic fictional drama pilot, written by Marcus Goodwin, currently making rounds within network markets. HASKELL is a sci-fi short film I wrote and directed which is currently on the festival circuit.

• Documentary DP
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary

Oregon-based director Cambria Matlow’s work seeks meaning in charged moments of stillness and values the emotional experiences created from atmosphere and mood. Small interactions and environmental realities often reveal personal and political truths. Her latest film, WOODSRIDER, is an immersive documentary portrait of a female snowboarder on Mt Hood, set to premiere in 2017. BURNING IN THE SUN (2010), about a young man who starts a solar energy business in Mali, was her feature debut, and selected for IFP’s Documentary Lab and Independent Film Week, broadcast on Al Jazeera and PBS, and seen in festivals worldwide. Her work has been awarded grants and residencies from LEF Foundation, Brooklyn Arts Council, Experimental Television Center, the Puffin Foundation, and NW Documentary. Cambria holds a Certificate in Film Production from Burlington College in Vermont and a B.A. in Hispanic Studies from Columbia University. She anticipates earning her Masters in Essay Documentary from EICTV in Cuba in 2018.

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

Spencer Millsap is an award-winning photographer and filmmaker based in Washington state. His primary focus is on documentaries, be it environmental, cultural, or adventure travel. Millsap’s focus and expertise for years in run-and-gun style productions as producer/shooter/editor allows for flexibility, experimentation, and follow through from pitch to delivery. Millsap’s education and experiences have taken him into the jungles of Sumatra in search of Orangutans to hunting for the earliest signs of life in Iceland’s frigid underwater fissures. Integrating experiential style storytelling and tone over traditional methods of “talking head” interviews, Millsap’s passion is to transport the viewer to distant locales through textures, details, pacing, and storytelling. Spencer’s visual background stems from being a participant in the XXII Eddie Adams Workshop, photo intern for World Picture Network & the Obama Administration’s White House Photo Office, staff photographer for the Texas House of Representatives, and one of the first multimedia producers at National Geographic Magazine in Washington, D.C. Spencer’s work has been honored by The Webby’s Individual documentary episode category three years in a row, National Magazine Awards, and most recently as “Multimedia Producer of the Year” by the White House News Photographer’s Association.

• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Company
• Commercial DP
• Fixer

Ali is a documentary filmmaker and photographer who has a true vocation for sharing stories of the human spirit. Ali started her documentary career Co-directing and shooting a documentary film with the Martha Graham Dance Company and the Interlochen Arts Academy's dance department back in 2008, and since then has worked all over the country photographing and producing for some of the best filmmakers in the industry. Ali's work has taken her into surgical amphitheaters documenting open heart surgeries, to alpaca farms in rural Maine, meeting and photographing the Dalai Lama, to documenting woman and their experiences during post partum. Recently, Ali was the Assistant Producer and Assistant Editor on a PBS documentary on the History and legacy of the Mayo Clinic, executive produced by Ken Burns in association with Ewers Brothers Productions. Ali has worked on several of Ken Burns' projects such as Emmy nominated series Cancer: The Emperor of All Maladies, a production by Ken Burns and Barak Goodman at Ark Media, The Life and Times of Jackie Robinson, The Address, and the Vietnam War series. Currently, Ali is Co-Producing an independent feature length documentary with Director and Cinematographer Lindsay Taylor Jackson on a man who lived through the Velvet Revolution in Czechoslovakia titled Velvet Citizen. More information can be found on the film's website : www.velvetcitizen.com A Wisconsin native, Ali graduated from Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin with a degree in Studio Art, with an emphasis on analog photography and digital media. She is also a graduate of the Salt Institute for Documentary Studies, where she received a graduate certificate in documentary photography and video. Ali is available for producing, editing and shooting video and photography projects.

• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
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• Field Producer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Assistant
• Fixer
• Creative Director

Andrew Burton (b. 1987 / USA / He, Him) is a Pulitzer Prize finalist, documentary filmmaker, photographer and journalist focused on the intersection of environmentalism and exploration. He is a former fellow at the University of California, Berkeley's Investigative Reporting Program (2016-2017). Burton's first feature film, Newtok, was acquired by Patagonia Films and released in 2022. Co-directed by Michael Kirby Smith, the film follows the village of Newtok, Alaska in their efforts to relocate their entire community due to climate change over a five year period. The film premiered at DocNYC and on Big Sky Film Festival’s “Big Sky Award.” Burton is a founding partner of ROAN Films. Burton's photographic work has been honored by: Pulitzer Prize (Finalist, 2016); Photographer of the Year International; Sundance Institute (Grantee, 2019); American Photography (32 & 34); PDN Photo Annual (2016 & 2018); Sony World Photo Awards; Jonathan Logan Family Foundation (Grantee, 2017 & 2018); Museum of New York (permanent collection, 2012); Fund for Investigative Journalism (Grantee, 2016); The Hearst Foundation; Society of Professional Journalists; Lumix Photo Festival; China International Press Photo Contest; New York Press Photographer's Association; College Photographer of the Year and Oregon Newspaper Publisher’s Association. Beginning in 2018 Burton has been a director and producer for Duct Tape Then Beer and their podcasts The Dirtbag Diaries and Climbing Gold (hosted by Alex Honnold). Burton has directed, produced, shot and edited films ranging from 15 seconds to 30 minutes for DTTB; additionally, he regularly produces, interviews, writes, narrates, edits, scores and sound designs podcast episodes. Both the film work and podcasts explore personal transformation, exploration and environmental issues through the lens of outdoor recreation. His work has been published in The New York Times; The Wall Street Journal; National Geographic; The New Yorker; TIME and The Guardian, amongst others. Burton has worked both as a staff photojournalist for Getty Images as well as a freelance photographer covering breaking news and long-term stories locally, nationally and internationally. He has been a Carnegie-Knight News21 fellow (2009) and was a student at Eddie Adams XXII. Burton has received first aid training for combat and wilderness wounds through Reporters Instructed in Saving Colleagues (RISC), Global Journalist Security and Columbia’s Graduate School of Journalism. He has a degree in journalism with a focus in photography from Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Senior Editor
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Field Producer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Post-Production Manager
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Podcast Producer
• Audio Storyteller
• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

You’ve come to the right place. Hello! I’m Jordan Stead - the uncommon combination of a right-meets-left brained visual storyteller & creative content director with a history of individual & team-based successes that blur the lines between brand storytelling, transmedia production, corporate public relations & journalism. Got a story that needs telling? No sweat. I can: dream it, plan it, produce it, publish it & market it to help clarify your brand’s values to increase revenue, secure audience loyalty & level up content engagement to positively swing the reputational needle in the direction you need it to move. My only caveats: no bad attitudes, prima donnas or unhealthy workaholics allowed. This kind of work should be fun, empathetic & fulfilling. If it’s not – something is wrong. Run! Looking forward to making history with you – do not hesitate to reach out. Cheers, Jordan Stead | x | www.jordanstead.com ---------------- • Clients include National Geographic Travel, Amazon, Starbucks, ESPN, Microsoft, Chevron, Amazon Web Services, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Bandcamp, SPY Optics, Olloclip, Zoopa, eVo, Leafly, CreativeLive, DPReview.com (Digital Photography Review), Seattle International Film Festival, Costco, The Associated Press, Reuters, High Country News, Southern Poverty Law Center, Common Language Project, ZUMA Press, American Photo, Corbis, Strideline, NPPA's Best of Photojournalism, University of Washington, Western Washington University, Seattle University, Bastyr University, Seattle Parks & Recreation, The San Francisco Chronicle, The Seattle Times, The Las Vegas Review Journal, The Denver Post, The Houston Chronicle, The Provo Daily Herald, The Salt Lake Tribune, Puget Sounds Business Journal, The Christian Science Monitor, The Bellingham Herald, The Skagit Valley Herald, Seattle Magazine, DoubleTruck Magazine, Palm Springs Photo Festival, Society of Professional Journalists, National Press Photographers Association & Washington Press Association.

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• Creative Director
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Portrait Photographer
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Event Photographer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Field Producer
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Landscape Photographer

I am a writer/ director born in Lesotho. After completing a degree in Film and Media Production I was involved as writer in a few productions, first assistant director, researcher and script supervisor in an international feature titled 'The Forgotten Kingdom'. For three years I was also a junior lecturer in the Film and Television department at Limkokwing University of Creative Technology in Maseru. I was also facilitator in a video journalism workshop at Kick-4-Life in Maseru for a period of about six months. I am currently in the research/ writing phase for a feature documentary: 'The Night 'Tsotsi' died'. My interests are in creative writing, journalsim, short film dramas and documentary films. I have completed a short documentary titled 'Reading Lesotho' for the African Library Project. I'm in post-production for a short documentary telling the story of a South Korean volunteer in a rural village in Lesotho. Currently I am a writing fellow at School of Art Institute Chicago, continuing work in freelance video journalism and documentary filmmaking.

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

Gabrielle Johnson - Expert Video Film Editor With over 7 years of dedicated experience in the realm of video editing, I specialize in crafting compelling visual narratives. My expertise spans a diverse range of projects, including documentaries and impactful social media campaigns. Proficient in the nuances of both long and short-form editing, I leverage my skills to create engaging stories that captivate audiences. My tool of choice is Adobe Premiere Pro, where I harness its capabilities to seamlessly weave together visuals, audio, and effects. Throughout my career, I've successfully collaborated on numerous projects, bringing a creative flair and technical finesse to each endeavor. I understand the power of storytelling and am adept at tailoring my editing style to meet the unique requirements of every project. My passion for the craft extends beyond technical proficiency. I stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure that my work remains at the forefront.

• Video Editor - Documentary
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director

For over a decade, I’ve been lucky enough to work across many areas of the media industry. It has groomed me to excel in all aspects of visual storytelling seeing deadline-driven projects from development through final delivery of assets including pitching, writing, budgeting, field producing, directing, shooting, editing, project management, and publishing with digital asset management systems. It all started at CBS in 2009 paving the way for how the venerable news network broadcasted to a new audience online. At that time, CBSNews.com was ahead of the curve as my team developed the most optimal ways to package television content online from shows such as 60 Minutes, Sunday Morning, and 48 Hours. I was also fortunate enough to work on a live digital show with Katie Couric and produce a streaming simulcast to The Early Show. The hands-on experience and skills I gained over the years at CBS allowed me to join CNN as that network began to reinvent its digital presence. The reach of CNN ramped everything up for me as the projects I worked on received higher budgets and were seen by many more people. This also is where I started to develop more of my project management skills working in sponsored content. The series under this department operate under deadlines set by clients requiring a higher level of production quality and strict delivery schedule both online and on television. Along the way I have been awarded with numerous accolades including an Emmy nomination, Eppy awards and special recognition from the Webbys. The best part of my job is hitting publish and broadcasting a piece I poured my heart and mind into. I never want to stop creating and sharing my passion with the world.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Drone Operator
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Reporter / Journalist
• Senior Producer / Project Manager

A media professional with more than 17 years of experience finding, crafting and editing stories -- including work in newspapers, radio, television and online news. As Executive Producer for Digital Media, I managed a team of five producers and four digital assistants creating content that recruits viewers to KIRO 7’s digital platforms, including our website, Facebook page, channels on Amazon Fire and Apple TV, and the KIRO 7 News apps. That role included creating and editing video for each of our platforms, planning and executing social media strategy, and coordinating all livestreams. Doubled KIRO’s daily traffic average in the first year, launched KIRO’s Smart TV apps and our Roku platform became the top local news station on that platform worldwide. Awards include a 2014 Emmy Award for political coverage, a 2017 Emmy for team coverage and a 2018 Emmy Award for crime coverage. As a reporter, I was among the handful selected to transition the Seattle Post-Intelligencer newspaper into Seattlepi.com. Roles were often self-initiated, including video and audio projects. I also oversaw the vast P-I archives and coordinated the partnerships that led to preservation at the Museum of History and Industry and the Seattle Public Library’s Seattle Room. As a reporter at the P-I’s print edition, I crafted thousands of stories by building a network of diverse sources, including confidential sources, public officials, law enforcement officers, sports figures, historians, archivists, and trusted community leaders. After the mass shooting at the Sandy Hook Elementary School, I was selected along a handful of Hearst journalists to tell the stories of Sandy Hook. Stories ran in the network of Hearst Newspapers and news websites, and my contributions included text, video and photos. Additional experience includes a nightly news segment on KIRO Radio, a Seattle history podcast for Seattlepi.com, work at KJR AM and FM in Seattle, overseeing the KIRO 7 archives and creating a partnership to digitize and preserve those through the University of Washington Special Collections. Undergraduate degree is in Business Administration – Marketing.

• Video Editor - News
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Executive Producer
• Audio Storyteller
• Reporter / Journalist
• Transcriber
• Podcast Producer
• Social Media Producer
• Content Strategist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Fixer

Kristina Krug is a Producer and Photographer with 25+ years of industry experience who is currently in Seattle. She continues to work as a local in Nashville, where she was based for 17 years. Kristina works with media companies, agencies, non-profits, and corporations on film and still productions. She is a meticulous, intuitive, and effective creative collaborator. Kristina started her career in Chicago as a print designer and art director, after earning a degree in visual communication. Within two years she began working as a freelance creative director for Chicago area agencies and design firms. Within ten years, her skill set expanded to editorial and commercial photography, and then film production. Throughout her career she has either produced, creative directed, directed, or photographed visual content for film and still productions. Kristina is fully vaccinated, with a current passport and TSA Pre✓ Global Entry membership. Select Clients & Productions: - Cartier - CNN - Condé Nast x 23 Stories - EatingWell - Glamour UK - Hilton - HPE - Kirklands - MKG - The New York Times Magazine - Omega - Shark Ninja - SAP - This Old House - Whisky Advocate - Wild Turkey Distillery - Wine Spectator - U.S. Army Creative Services: - Creative Producer - Creative Director - Producer Director Production Services: - Producer - Production Manager - Production Coordinator - Production Office - Script Supervisor - Crew Hiring - Casting - Budgets - Production Schedule - Shooting Schedule - Estimates - Negotiation - Contracts Local Production Support: - Seattle & Nashville - Local Producer / Field Producer - Local Crew - Local Vendors, Catering, Crafty - Logistics - Location Scouting - Crew Safety, CCO, Security *COVID-19 UPDATE Kristina is fully vaccinated (Pfizer) as of April 2021. The safety and well being of everyone working with Kristina — subjects, clients, crew, and vendors — are the number one priority. Safety and travel protocols will match the latest guidelines from the CDC, EU, and all related state and local governments in the US and abroad.

• Documentary DP
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Creative Director
• Portrait Photographer
• Field Producer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Non-Fiction Film Director

Andrew Stanbridge has been traveling and photographing throughout Southeast Asia for the past 15 years. His first work documented the continuing modernization of Thailand, Laos and Cambodia, which continues to be a theme that he returns to frequently. While traveling through these countries (particularly Cambodia and Laos) his interest was piqued by the histories of conflict that his own home country of America had been involved in and the recovery from the aftermath of these conflicts. For the past 5 years he has concentrated on this theme by addressing the physical, emotional and cultural scars left from the various wars fought in these countries. During this time he has spent time clearing and photographing unexploded ordnance, gone on patrol with ragtag armies and spent countless hours hearing the stories of those whose lives have been affected by the vestiges of war. These people include sex workers, rice farmers, politicians and others whose stories beg to be told, but who have b

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

Director, Cinematographer, and Co-founder of Hardcover Studios, a Seattle-based film production company. I am a filmmaker with over 10 years of experience and a background in documentary production. By working on documentaries, I have become a more adept videographer that is comfortable working in fast-paced environments and is accustomed to editing large amounts of footage into clear, concise videos that are always driven by emotional storytelling. My background in documentary film has given me years of experience in all aspects of film production. Whether your project requires simply operating a camera for a one-day event, or everything from pre-production to directing, cinematography, lighting, sound recording and editing, I am capable of meeting these demands while staying within your budget.

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• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Company
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Sound Mixer
• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Creative Director
• Gaffer

Avery Milo is a Seattle-based multimedia journalist drawn to documenting stories of both the great need and the beautiful change happening around the globe. With a degree in International Development and an emphasis in conflict zones, Avery focuses on storytelling associated with conflict resolution and peacebuilding. Living in Southeast Asia while growing up, Avery's love of travel came early. To-date, Avery has traveled and worked in over 20 countries throughout Europe, Southeast/East Asia, the Middle East, and Southern Africa. Using film, photography, and writing, Avery continues to document stories throughout the globe and has had the great privilege to work with for-profit and non-profit organizations alike, including: World Vision International, Let Media, Project Amal ou Salam, Refugee Women's Alliance, NICCOD Jordan, World Relief Seattle, Rallysong, and Within Broken Borders.

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

With over two decades of experience, Dan Holz has left an indelible mark as a producer and director, crafting impactful photographic campaigns and award-winning films that resonate globally. His lens has focused on the art of storytelling, with a dedication to conservation, active lifestyles, and the exhilarating world of mountain sports. In the face of some of the planet's most challenging conditions, Dan thrives, finding joy in every minute of the creative process. As an ambassador of Protect Our Winter's Creative Alliance, he passionately shares narratives that ignite action for a sustainable future. Currently calling Leavenworth, Washington home, Dan resides with his wife Lisa and two daughters. Together, they find solace and adventure in exploring the rugged landscapes of the North Cascades and beyond.

• Product Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Art Director
• Creative Director
• Digital Content Creator
• Field Producer
• Executive Producer
• Production Company
• Senior Producer / Project Manager

I'm a veteran tv video journalist having worked a number of years in the Bay Area, principally as a shooter, but also as an editor and producer. For the past 10 years, I co-founded and produced my own content for Cooking Up a Story, an online television show about food and sustainable agriculture. My passion is in the area of food and the environment. In many ways, I'm a one man band in terms of completing a film project. I also work with other professionals should there be a need for additional coverage. As you may see from the library of work that I have published online, my expertise is working in unscripted and native environments, with an emphasis on strong storytelling, as well, interviews and how-to videos. I enjoy working with people and my success in television news attests to my proven ability to get a job done on time and with excellent results.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Ryan Heraly is a freelance Director of Photography currently based in Los Angeles. He has shot content and short documentaries for the The Hollywood Reporter, Vulture, Billboard, Viceland, and Tastemade. In 2017 "Close Up with the Hollywood Reporter" was nominated for a daytime Emmy, for which he worked as the directory of photography. Additionally, "THR Eats" and "Billboard: Back to the Block" were Webby Award Honorees. As a Director of Photography, he has worked with some of the world's largest brands including Ferrari, 1800 Tequila, Dacor, American Airlines, and Starbucks to produce branded content. Ryan is currently available for freelance assignments domestically and internationally. www.ryanheraly.com contact: x follow: @not_just_one_dude

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Gaffer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer

I am a multi-disciplinary artist that combines media to create dynamic stories. I am a writer for Men’s Journal Magazine, a professional photographer, videographer for commercial and documentary works, and all-around creator. I was born in Oregon, grew up on a sailboat in central America until I was eleven, built a house with my father in Key West, and eventually attended Vassar College. Today my passion for travel, adventure, and learning continues to drive my life and work. I am also a member of The Life Aesthetic creative collaboration network, the founder of the I Love You Letter video art project, and Director of the feature documentary film, 'The Narwhal's Wake.' I’m based out of Los Angeles, CA and split my time infinitesimally around the world.

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• Drone Operator
• Fixer
• Video Editor - News
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Translator
• Video Editor - Documentary
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My name's Cooper Howard. I currently live in Portland, Oregon and have been working as a freelance videographer and editor since 2014. I moved up to Portland after earning a degree in new media communications from Oregon State University. I love what I do for a lot of reasons, but mostly because it allows me to learn and experience new things that I may not otherwise be able to. Most of the work I do deals with marketing and advertisements, but I'm always happy to take on anything that comes my way. From small projects with friends to large commercial productions, I always have a blast creating new pieces. Get to know me a little better and see some of the stuff I've worked on by visiting my website: www.cooperhoward.com

• Commercial DP
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• Colorist
• Landscape Photographer
• Sound Mixer
• Sound Designer

My name is Tyler and I’m an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker and business owner. I find myself being constantly inspired by the filmmaking process. From traveling the world, to being on the sidelines in front of 70,000 people, to working with a diverse group of people, there is no shortage of possibilities. I’m extremely thankful to be able to pursue what I love and am passionate about for a living. I'm available to DP as an individual or if you need a larger crew, my team at VIA Creatives can handle any production role. Companies I’ve worked with: Microsoft, AT&T, Direct TV, SAP, Verizon, Canon, University of Washington, Seattle Public Utilities, ESPN, NFL, Concur Awards: 1X Emmy Award (3X nominated) 4X Telly Award Part 107 certified UAV pilot

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