Blake Chaney
Film & Video Editor
Los Angeles
Summary
Detail-oriented and organized worker with a strong desire to continuously learn and develop my current skillset. Highly motivated individual who thrives in diverse environments and adapts well to various situations. Known for reliability and ability to readily embrace new challenges.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Lead Editor, Sound Designer, First AD
Short Film - 'Unlikely Friends'
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Collaborated with Director & Producer on shoot days to stay on schedule and complete all required tasks.
- Transferred files between camera and external drives.
- Synced Video and Audio with each other. Organized files into a clear, coherent structure using Premiere Pro.
- Delivered edits on time for reviews and final delivery.
- Reviewed notes with Director and Producer - Made necessary changes to the project afterwards.
- Minor VFX and graphics (titles, end credits).
Writer, Director, Editor
Experimental Short Film - 'To Be Determined...'
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Created initial film concept. Constructed storyboards and beat sheets with the Director of Photography and lead actor.
- Developed strong communication skills to convey artistic vision clearly to cast and crew members.
- Chose locations and settings for individual scenes, angles of cameras and gestures used by actors
- Ingested raw footage and crafted it into a short 4-minute experimental film using Premiere Pro.
- Heavy sound-design work in post-production. Light color grading.
- Exported final products onto DVD disks, Internet and other electronic media formats.
Video Editor
Short Documentary - 'Tidal Influence'
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Worked alongside writer/director to create a short documentary showcasing the human influence on the Los Cerritos Wetlands located in Seal Beach, CA.
- Combined text, video and other composited elements onscreen to create logical, coherent layouts.
- Increased viewer engagement through skillful use of pacing, rhythm, and transitions in video edits.
- Made scientific information easier to ingest by shaping the voice-over narration in post-production.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Film (Post-Production)
California State University
Long Beach, CASkills
- Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Troubleshooting
- Active Listening
- Project Management
- Workflow management
- Audience engagement
- Deadline management
Certification
Avid Certified | Media Composer Specialist
Timeline
Lead Editor, Sound Designer, First AD
Short Film - 'Unlikely Friends'
09.2024 - 11.2024
Video Editor
Short Documentary - 'Tidal Influence'
05.2024 - 05.2024
Writer, Director, Editor
Experimental Short Film - 'To Be Determined...'
03.2024 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Film (Post-Production)
California State University
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