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Jonah Avila

Long Beach,CA

Summary

I am an Artistic Video Editor with outstanding proficiency in Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Photoshop. I am extremely well versed in editing photos and editing it to seem alive with 3D camera movements as well as logo animation and dynamic transitions and edits. I am well versed in Premiere Pro when it comes to editing trailers, short films, and linear videos. I enjoy and love compositing photos and editing them in After Effects and as well as video editing. I am efficient, dependent and reliable with passion for bringing creative projects to fruition.

Overview

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Certification

Work History

Freelance Editor

My Friend And His Clothing Brand, Repeat After Me
09.2023 - 10.2023

My editing expertise comes in the form of editing normal 2D photos and transforming them into a 3D photo giving it a 3D depth making the photo look alive. A friend of mine saw some of my work and asked me to make a photo edit of his up and coming clothing brand. These were the tasks I was assigned and accomplished for my friend when working with him:

  • Delivered edits with multiple camera angle choices, titles, graphics, audio, and special effects.
  • Conceived, crafted and executed dynamic video edits to captivate target audiences and accomplish project objectives.
  • Created special effects and transitions to improve overall look and feel of project.
  • Understood director's artistic vision and maintained alignment with vision throughout editing process.

Video Editor

Colleague's Short Film
05.2023 - 05.2023
  • Understood director's artistic vision and maintained alignment with vision throughout editing process.
  • Collaborated with directors to create and maintain consistent visual style across all projects.
  • Utilized Premiere Pro and After Effects to manipulate, splice, and sync video footage.
  • Evaluated and selected scenes for pacing, entertainment value, and continuity, trim shots and edit content.
  • Utilized various editing software programs to assemble, edit and process digital video.
  • Implemented sound effects and music to enhance overall effect of film or video.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Film

California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
05.2025

Skills

  • Editing skills
  • Keen eye for detail
  • Proficient in Video Editing software, ie Premiere Pro
  • Knowledgeable and proficient After Effects
  • Photo compositing (Photoshop)
  • Animating photos
  • 3D photo editing skills
  • Graphics and Photo Imaging

Certification


  • Video Editing Training - [2 Years]
  • Effects Editing Training - [2 years]


Additional Information

My hobbies are 3D photo editing, surfing, and skating. Instagram: @jamantahoi

Timeline

Freelance Editor

My Friend And His Clothing Brand, Repeat After Me
09.2023 - 10.2023

Video Editor

Colleague's Short Film
05.2023 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Film

California State University - Long Beach


  • Video Editing Training - [2 Years]
  • Effects Editing Training - [2 years]


Jonah Avila