Creative and online editor and colorist with extensive experience in video post-production. Specializing in color grading and editing for high-profile projects, ensuring visual quality and storytelling coherence. Proven ability to manage editorial schedules and mentor junior editors while delivering engaging content across multiple platforms.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Online Editor/Staff Colorist
Sony Pictures Studios
Culver City
11.2005 - Current
Executed creative and technical editorial projects, enhancing visual storytelling for broadcast, cable, and online networks.
Color graded trailers from SDR/Rec 709 to HDR/Rec 2020, improving visual quality and viewer experience.
Edited film scripts across multiple projects for clarity and consistency.
Collaborated with directors and producers to refine storylines and dialogue effectively.
Managed editorial schedules to guarantee timely content delivery.
Reviewed final cuts for quality compliance, ensuring high standards were met prior to release.
Mentored junior editors on best practices and editing software tools.
Analyzed user feedback, adjusting content to improve engagement rates.
Senior Online Editor
2G Digital Post
Santa Monica
01.2001 - 01.2005
Same as Sony Pictures
Creative/Online Editor
Crest National Video
Hollywood
01.1999 - 01.2001
Edited high-end tape-to-tape online sessions as a creative/online editor.
Freelance Assistant Editor
National Geographic Society and PBS
Studio City, California
03.1997 - 01.1999
Edited video content utilizing industry-standard software tools to enhance quality.
Collaborated with senior editors to streamline workflows and establish project timelines.
Organized and archived video footage to facilitate quick access during editing.
Reviewed raw video content to ensure quality and adherence to project guidelines.
Coordinated with production teams to ensure alignment on project vision and objectives.
Maintained inventory of equipment, ensuring proper functioning of editing tools.
Supported team in meeting deadlines through effective time management techniques.
Recorded and edited voice-overs for specific projects as needed.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Video And Film
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA
Skills
Color grading
Video editing and production
Audio editing mastery
Multicam editing expertise
Visual effects
Script editing
Video compression
Editing styles
Editing software proficiency
Video distribution platforms
Quality assurance
Audience engagement metrics
Project management
Workflow optimization
Asset management
Concept development
Visual design principles
Deadline management
Collaboration and teamwork
Team leadership
Critical thinking
Digital asset organization strategies
digital asset organization strategies
Personal Information
Title: Video Editor
Highlights
In the industry since 1997, Hedio worked as an Assistant Editor for National Geographic Television, PBS, and independent documentaries.
Since 2000, he’s been editing both in creative and Online/finishing capacities, always learning multiple facets of the industry (color grading, audio, compositing, graphics, etc.).
In the last 8 years, Hedio has devoted a lot of attention to color grading on DaVinci Resolve and has color graded trailers and feature films for Sony Pictures.
Most recently, he edited and color graded educational videos and just finished color grading a 55-minute documentary.
Since the late 1990’s, Hedio has worked on a number of volunteer and paid SGI, SGI-USA, and ICAP video projects, such as 'Traveler For Peace', 'Soka University Films (2018)', and 'Soka University Web Videos (2019)'.