Toyota, Honda, Ford, Gatorade, Asics, HOKA, Comcast, DoorDash, Airbnb, Mattel, Cisco, 3M, Dyson, VH1/MTV, LA Dodgers, Nestlé, Kraft, ampm, El Pollo Loco, Chick-fil-A, Safeway, Wilson, HomeAdvisor, Intuit, Nature Made, Dyson, Men's Wearhouse
DAVE GARCIA
Redondo Beach
Summary
Senior Video Editor and Post-Production Leader with 20+ years of experience delivering high-impact commercial, broadcast, and digital content for global brands. Expert in storytelling, workflow optimization, and leading creative teams across fast-paced environments. Specializing in AI-assisted editing, content repurposing, and modern post-production pipelines to increase speed, efficiency, and scalability.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Post Production
Oak Leaf Productions
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Led post-production operations across multiple projects, managing editors, schedules, and delivery pipelines
- Streamlined workflows, improving turnaround time and team efficiency
- Oversaw budgeting, bidding, and financial analysis for post-production projects
- Coordinated color, VFX, and audio finishing for broadcast and digital deliverables
- Implemented modern tools and processes to enhance production scalability
Senior Editor / Post Consultant
In the Wee Hours
01.2012 - 01.2025
- Edited and sound designed commercial, film, and trailer content across multiple formats
- Delivered award-winning films (2024) including The Snow Is Always Whiter, Dating Audrey, and Domino Springs
- Provided post-production consulting on workflow, tools, and creative direction
- Contributed to feature film projects, including upcoming 2026 release
Senior Editor
Saatchi & Saatchi / The Pub LA
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Edited national TV, digital, and social campaigns for major global brands
- Collaborated with creative directors and producers to deliver high-impact storytelling
- Produced content optimized for multi-platform distribution
Freelance Senior Editor
TBWA/Chiat Day, Saatchi & Saatchi, Phenomenon
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Delivered commercial and branded content across TV and digital platforms
- Served as interim Post Manager, overseeing hiring, scheduling, and delivery pipelines
Senior Editor
Hawthorne Direct
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Edited short- and long-form commercial campaigns for broadcast and digital
- Mentored junior editors, enhancing skill sets and ensuring high-quality output.
Post Manager / Producer / Head Editor
Ogilvy & Mather West
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Led post-production for major campaigns, overseeing editorial, audio, and delivery
- Managed budgets, schedules, and team operations
- Edited major brand ads and videos
Post Supervisor / Head Editor
Dailey & Associates
01.1998 - 01.2007
- Promoted into leadership role overseeing post-production operations
- Edited broadcast commercials, corporate content, and pre-production materials
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and timelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Visual Communication
University of Idaho
Skills
- Video Editing (Premiere, Avid, Resolve, FCP)
- Post-Production Management & Workflow Optimization
- AI-Assisted Content Creation (Runway, Firefly, Veo, Descript)
- Commercial & Branded Content
- Sound Design & Audio Mixing
- Color & Finishing Coordination
- Team Leadership & Vendor Management
- Training and mentoring
- Deadline management
- Content Repurposing (Social / Digital Platforms)
Personal Information
Senior Video Editor | Post-Production Manager | AI-Enhanced Content Specialist | VO Artist
Interests
Timeline
Director of Post Production
Oak Leaf Productions
01.2022 - 01.2025
Senior Editor
Saatchi & Saatchi / The Pub LA
01.2017 - 01.2022
Freelance Senior Editor
TBWA/Chiat Day, Saatchi & Saatchi, Phenomenon
01.2014 - 01.2017
Senior Editor / Post Consultant
In the Wee Hours
01.2012 - 01.2025
Senior Editor
Hawthorne Direct
01.2012 - 01.2014
Post Manager / Producer / Head Editor
Ogilvy & Mather West
01.2007 - 01.2012
Post Supervisor / Head Editor
Dailey & Associates
01.1998 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Science - Visual Communication
University of Idaho