Daniel Zagala
Pasadena
Summary
Experienced in project management and media organization, with a proven track record of implementing efficient processes and mentoring junior staff. Skilled in Avid, ingesting and transcoding, and managing multiple projects in dynamic environments. Seeking to leverage expertise as an Assistant Editor to contribute to a creative and collaborative team.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
LEAD ASSISTANT EDITOR
RIDICULOUSNESS - Superjacket Productions
Glendale
06.2018 - 07.2025
- Maintained confidential information, organized files and updated records in a timely manner.
- Implemented new processes to increase efficiency within the organization.
- Provided guidance to junior staff members regarding daily workflow operations.
- Managed multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously to ensure deadlines were met.
- Adapted to changing priorities and demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
LEAD ASSISTANT EDITOR
CRASHLETES - Superjacket Productions
Glendale
10.2015 - 08.2018
- Managed and organized media assets for television series from development to final broadcast.
- Oversaw sound design and music integration for all clip stringouts.
- Handled online preparations, ensuring timely delivery of episodes for final sound and color.
ASSISTANT EDITOR
RIDICULOUSNESS - Superjacket Productions
Glendale
06.2013 - 10.2015
- Output editor's cuts nightly for producers to ensure timely feedback.
- Supported online preparation for lead assistant editor to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Imported essential clips to facilitate episode construction and maintain project timelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
CSULA
Los Angeles06-2013
Skills
- Project prep and management
- Organization of media
- Ingesting and transcoding
- Building stringouts
- Syncing and grouping
- Pulling selects for promos
- Online prep
- LTO archiving
- Training and mentoring
- Knowledge of Avid and troubleshooting
Timeline
LEAD ASSISTANT EDITOR
RIDICULOUSNESS - Superjacket Productions
06.2018 - 07.2025
LEAD ASSISTANT EDITOR
CRASHLETES - Superjacket Productions
10.2015 - 08.2018
ASSISTANT EDITOR
RIDICULOUSNESS - Superjacket Productions
06.2013 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
CSULA