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Dara Yem

Dara Yem

NLE Assistant Editor-Jr Colorist-DIT
Arcadia,CA

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Editor

Performance Post Inc.
Burbank, CA
02.2023 - 03.2026

Avid Media Composer • DaVinci Resolve • Dailies → Delivery • Editorial Support

Editorial-focused Assistant Editor supporting story-driven workflows across feature and post. Anticipates editor needs, maintains clean bins/timelines, and ensures a seamless pipeline from ingest through final delivery.

Digital Imaging Technician

Nuon Film
Mobile, AL
06.2010 - 07.2014

Bridged production and post-production by preparing footage with editorial needs in mind
Generated and organized dailies for editorial teams, ensuring clarity and usability
Collaborated with cinematographers and production teams to maintain visual continuity
Applied LUTs and monitored exposure to support the intended creative look
Managed on-set media workflows including ingest, backup, and verification of footage
Ensured accurate metadata and file organization for seamless transition into post

Performed QC on video, audio, and captions to ensure editorial readiness
Supported fast-paced productions by managing multiple camera sources efficiently
Contributed to feature film “Voices” (acquired by Amazon)

Education

Associate of Arts - Telecommunications

Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA
04.1997

Skills

Proficiency in non-linear editing programs, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, AVID by Media Composer, or Final Cut X hands-on experience in the film industry

Timeline

Assistant Editor

Performance Post Inc.
02.2023 - 03.2026

Digital Imaging Technician

Nuon Film
06.2010 - 07.2014

Associate of Arts - Telecommunications

Pasadena City College
Dara YemNLE Assistant Editor-Jr Colorist-DIT