Deborah Mclaughlin
Video Editing & Post-Production Specialist
Quapaw,OK
Summary
Seasoned Video Editing Professional with over 15 years of experience in producing and optimizing digital video content. Expertise in OpenShot, Shotcut, and Lightworks, specializing in timeline editing, color correction, and audio synchronization. Proven ability to evaluate content accuracy and manage multiple projects in remote settings.
Overview
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Work History
SENIOR FREELANCE VIDEO EDITOR & CONTENT REVIEWER
- Current
- Edited educational, documentary, and online media projects using OpenShot and Shotcut.
- Reviewed AI-assisted and manually edited content for technical accuracy and production quality.
- Performed advanced color correction and audio synchronization.
- Annotated video assets and maintained metadata libraries.
- Provided detailed written feedback on editing workflows and deliverables.
- Managed multiple client projects while maintaining strict deadlines.
- Evaluated content consistency and visual storytelling effectiveness.
- Delivered over 250 completed projects across multiple industries.
DIGITAL MEDIA SPECIALIST
Oklahoma Educational Media Network
- Produced and edited educational video content for classroom and online audiences.
- Managed post-production workflows using Lightworks and Shotcut.
- Created captions, overlays, and instructional graphics.
- Conducted quality-control reviews before publication.
- Organized large digital video libraries and archives.
- Assisted subject matter experts in developing instructional content.
- Maintained production schedules and delivery timelines.
- Trained team members on editing software and workflow standards.
MULTIMEDIA CONTENT COORDINATOR
Regional Communications Group
- Produced promotional, educational, and informational video content to enhance audience engagement.
- Applied visual effects, transitions, and audio enhancements.
- Reviewed source footage for quality and completeness.
- Managed digital media assets and project documentation to ensure seamless access and organization.
- Collaborated with writers, producers, and project managers to align creative vision and project goals.
- Assisted in filming and production planning activities.
Education
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Media Studies
University of Chicago
01-1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Communications & Media Studies
Oklahoma State University
01-1993
Skills
- OpenShot
- Shotcut
- Lightworks
- Timeline Editing
- Video Review
- Content Evaluation
- Color Correction
- Audio Synchronization
- Metadata Tagging
- Video Annotation
- Quality Assurance
- Post-Production Workflows
- Remote Collaboration
- Technical Documentation
- Digital Asset Management
- OpenShot
- Shotcut
- Lightworks
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- DaVinci Resolve
- Audacity
- Subtitle Creation
- Video Compression
- Export Optimization
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Trello
- Slack
- Dropbox
Accomplishments
- Edited and reviewed more than 2,000 hours of digital video content.
- Successfully completed over 300 freelance and organizational video projects.
- Developed content review procedures that improved publication accuracy.
- Maintained a 98% on-time project delivery record.
- Trained more than 25 staff members and contractors on video editing tools and workflows.
- Built and maintained extensive video asset libraries supporting long-term content initiatives.
Work history
01-2018
Certification
- OpenShot Video Editing Professional Certificate
- Shotcut Video Production Certificate
- Digital Video Editing & Post-Production Certificate
- Content Quality Assurance Certification
- Remote Collaboration and Digital Workflow Certification
Timeline
SENIOR FREELANCE VIDEO EDITOR & CONTENT REVIEWER
- Current
DIGITAL MEDIA SPECIALIST
Oklahoma Educational Media Network
MULTIMEDIA CONTENT COORDINATOR
Regional Communications Group
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Media Studies
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Communications & Media Studies
Oklahoma State University
Portfolio Highlights
- Educational Video Editing
- Documentary Interview Projects
- Training & Instructional Content
- Video Asset Annotation & Review
- Content Quality Assurance Projects