ERIKA SHARP
Bellevue,WA
Summary
Hardworking and collaborative Japanese-American filmmaker creating emotionally resonant stories about identity, culture, and human psychology. A former competitive dancer who adds a choreographic eye and strong sense of movement to every project. Storytelling often focuses on outsiders, hidden identities, and blurred realities. Passionate about mental health and complex perspectives, using art to empower, challenge, and connect. Consistently develops original ideas, meets deadlines, and adapts to new challenges with enthusiasm and a dedication to excellence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Editor (Remote)
Eagle Vision Studio
08.2025 - Current
- Editing a feature-length documentary highlighting Native American stories with cultural accuracy and narrative depth.
- Collaborated closely with Native communities and cultural advisors to ensure respectful, authentic representation.
- Assembled interviews, b-roll, animation, and archival footage into a cohesive, emotionally resonant story arc.
- Managed full post-production workflow remotely, including syncing, color correction, and sound design prep.
- Integrated feedback from director, producers, and Native collaborators to refine tone, pacing, and content.
- Maintained organized media assets and delivered cuts on schedule using collaborative tools (Frame.io, Zoom, Microsoft Excel, and email chains).
Editor
Freelance
09.2017 - Current
- Edited 20+ film projects across a range of formats, including short films, animation, commercials, documentaries, music videos, vlogs, and museum installations.
- Brings 9+ years of experience using Adobe Premiere Pro, with advanced skills in timeline editing, sound syncing/mixing, and visual storytelling.
- Proficient in compositing VFX layers and animation - Multi-media experience.
- Collaborated closely with directors, cinematographers, sound designers, animators, and producers to maintain a unified creative vision from rough cut to final delivery.
Director / Co-Editor
Tyler Perry Studios
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Directed and co-edited a short film for Tyler Perry Studios and is now being submitted to major film festivals.
- Led a diverse team of seasoned professionals and interns across pre-production, production, and post, ensuring smooth collaboration and quality results.
- Collaborated with key department heads on casting, script, shot planning, and scene blocking. Used storyboards, video/photo boards, lined scripts, a pitch and shot deck to help communicate my vision.
- Supervised and co-edited during post-production, collaborating with an editor, sound designer, colorist, and a music composer to finalize the cut, score, and ensure quality control.
Editor
Finera Studio
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Assembled and edited animated sequences using premier pro
- Collaborated with directors, storyboard artists, and production teams to refine timing, structure, and visual continuity throughout the animation pipeline.
- Synced dialogue and sound effects with animated sequences, adjusting timing and lip sync across multiple animation passes.
- Maintained organized timelines and version control across evolving cuts, ensuring accurate updates and smooth integration of new assets.
- Got a Honorable Mention: Montreal International Animated Film Festial
Office Production Assistant
Tyler Perry Studios
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Office PA for "House of Payne" Season 14 and "Assisted Living" Season 7
- Distributed updated daily call sheets, production reports, and script revisions to cast and crew.
- Supported production coordinator and line producer with scheduling, data entry, and document prep.
- Assisted with travel arrangements and accommodations for producers and department heads.
Coverage Intern
The Arlook Group
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Analyzed screenplays, treatments, and pitch materials, providing concise coverage reports to assist executives in decision-making.
- Managed deadlines for script evaluations, ensuring timely delivery of feedback.
- Organized and tracked submitted scripts using internal databases, improving workflow efficiency.
- Coordinated with development teams to prioritize projects based on strategic goals.
- Communicated effectively with writers, agents, and executives to relay notes and coverage insights.
- Created and presented a pitch deck to execs/film industry professionals
Director /Line Producer
Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed, executed, and edited a multi-media museum installation film "Fragments" rooted in eco-critical research, integrating themes of ecological loss, water as memory, and environmental justice.
- Coordinated with the Coastal Science Institution, Yasmin River Keepers, Reynolda House Theater, and The BullHole to organize shooting schedules, establish filming locations, and locations for premiering the installation
- Wrote multiple grant proposals to secure funding for the production phase of the project.
- Created preliminary and final budget breakdowns for equipment, transportation, security, food/crafty, cast, and crew
- Created daily shooting schedules and organized transportation and meals
- Used green screens, Premier Pro, and after effects to incorporate and composite raw footage with hand animation, stop motion (puppets), and self-made overlays.
- Mixed sound design and score with the footage to ensure that timing and volume worked well and enhanced viewing experience
- Presented the completed work at The Reynolda House Theater and to the Coastal Science Institute, facilitating dialogue between artists and environmental scientists.
Director / Producer
University of North Carolina School of the Arts
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Wrote, produced, and directed over 30 visual storytelling projects, including 18 short narrative films, 7 commercials, 4 music videos, and 1 museum installation film.
- Directed across multiple genres including action, comedy, drama, and thriller, showcasing narrative versatility and strong visual style.
- Managed and led productions with cast and crews of up to 218 people, ensuring creative alignment and efficient collaboration across departments.
- Choreographed stunt sequences for action-focused projects, coordinating with talent and camera departments to ensure safety and visual impact.
- Oversaw all stages of production, from script development and casting to post-production and final delivery.
- Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro for editing and post workflows; collaborated closely with editors, composers, and sound designers to shape final cuts.
- “The Human Face” screened at The North Carolina Ambrosia Film Festival (2023).
Producer / Director
Tamra Bradshaw
04.2025 - 04.2025
- HOLY SPIRIT: Music Video, Gospel Music | 5:50
Documentary Film Intern
Actuality Abroad
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Directed and produced series of progressive and community-based documentaries in collaboration with indigenous schools and communities across Guatemala.
- Created shooting schedules and coordinated interviews with interviewees and translator
- Explored and documented efforts to preserve indigenous cultures, languages, and sustainable farming practices through visual storytelling.
- Conducted in-depth field research within rural communities, building trust and cultural understanding to guide ethical and authentic storytelling.
- Collaborated with translators, indigenous farmers, and educators to conduct and record interviews in multiple indigenous languages.
- Actively participated in daily community life to capture lived experiences with respect and nuance, blending observational and participatory documentary techniques.
- Worked hands-on across all stages of production, from story development and research to directing interviews and shaping narrative arcs.
1st Assistant Director
Konrad Wolf University of Babelsberg
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Created and managed detailed shooting schedules, working closely with the director, producer, and department heads across Germany for a historical short film called "Parallel Lines"
- Broke down scripts and oversaw the creation of shooting boards and production timelines.
- Responsible for Daily Production Reports, crew debriefs, safety meetings, and production documentation to ensure accurate tracking and communication across departments.
- Managed scene logistics, coordinated blocking, and facilitated on-time scene turnover to keep productions on schedule.
- Led location tech scouts and provided input on feasibility, scheduling, and crew flow.
1st Assistant Director
Konrad Wolf University of Babelsberg
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Developed and managed detailed shooting schedules, coordinating with German director, producers, and department heads to ensure efficient daily execution for short film "A Day to Kill".
- Led all on-set operations, including call times, blocking, and crew coordination, to keep production on time and within budget.
- Conducted script breakdowns and ran production meetings, translating creative vision into actionable logistics.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and union regulations (DGA, SAG-AFTRA, IATSE) while maintaining a professional and focused set environment.
- Proactively resolved scheduling conflicts, location issues, and unforeseen challenges to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
Unit Production Manager
Luckadoo Films
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Served as Unit Production Manager (UPM) for an independent documentary "small down friendly", overseeing craft services, transportation logistics, and daily production operations.
- Organized interview shot lists and scheduling for the indie documentary; conducted and transcribed interviews to support the film’s narrative structure.
- Supported production as a Production Assistant (PA) on both a musical and an indie documentary, assisting with set coordination, talent management, and general crew support.
Producer / Director
12.2023 - 12.2023
- IN A BOX: Dramedy, Coming-of-Age | 5:50
Producer
Ambrosia Film Festival
11.2023 - 11.2023
- THE HUMAN FACE: Surreal & Psychological Horror | 4:28
Director / Editor
09.2023 - 09.2023
- THE SLIP UP: Action Comedy, Parody | 3:01
On-Set Production Assistant
University of North Carolina School O the Arts
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Supported daily on-set operations by coordinating crew movements, locking up sets, and assisting with talent wrangling.
- Maintained clear communication with ADs and department heads to ensure a smooth and efficient shoot day.
- Managed runs for equipment, meals, and production needs while staying responsive to last-minute changes.
- Distributed call sheets, sides, and paperwork to cast and crew at call time and throughout the day.
- Ensured set safety, maintained a professional environment, and enforced quiet on set during takes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Filmmaking
University of North Carolina School of Arts
Winston-Salem, NC05.2025
Skills
- Adobe Premier Pro
- Synchronize
- Final Draft
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Office Suite
- Backstage
- Fluent in English & Japanese
- DSLR Cameras / Black Magic Camera
Accomplishments
- Honorable mention at Montreal International Film Festival
- People's Choice for Real to Reel film festival
- Ambrosia Film Festival
Certification
Adobe Certified Expert (Premiere Pro)
LANGUAGES
English – Fluent (native)
Japanese – Fluent
Spanish - Beginner
Timeline
Editor (Remote)
Eagle Vision Studio
08.2025 - Current
Director / Co-Editor
Tyler Perry Studios
06.2025 - 08.2025
Editor
Finera Studio
06.2025 - 08.2025
Office Production Assistant
Tyler Perry Studios
06.2025 - 07.2025
Producer / Director
Tamra Bradshaw
04.2025 - 04.2025
Coverage Intern
The Arlook Group
01.2025 - 06.2025
Director /Line Producer
Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise
08.2024 - 05.2025
Documentary Film Intern
Actuality Abroad
07.2024 - 08.2024
1st Assistant Director
Konrad Wolf University of Babelsberg
05.2024 - 06.2024
1st Assistant Director
Konrad Wolf University of Babelsberg
04.2024 - 04.2024
Unit Production Manager
Luckadoo Films
01.2024 - 02.2024
Producer / Director
12.2023 - 12.2023
Producer
Ambrosia Film Festival
11.2023 - 11.2023
Director / Editor
09.2023 - 09.2023
Director / Producer
University of North Carolina School of the Arts
08.2023 - 05.2025
On-Set Production Assistant
University of North Carolina School O the Arts
09.2021 - 02.2022
Editor
Freelance
09.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Filmmaking
University of North Carolina School of Arts
OPPORTUNITIES
- Disney College Program Walt Disney World (August 2025 - Present)
- Dreamers Internship Tyler Perry Studios, (June – August 2025)
- Coverage Intern The Arlook Group (January 2025 - June 2025)
- See/AChange Fellowship Kenan Institute, (August 2024 – May 2025)
- German Film Exchange Student Konrad Wolf University, (May 2024 - June 2024)
- International Documentary Internship Actuality Abroad, Etnica Travels, (July 2023 - August 2023)