Rick Ring
Linkedin.com/in/rick-ring
Summary
Creative video producer, writer, and editor with extensive experience in studio, field, and digital storytelling. Skilled at producing community-centered, visually compelling stories that engage audiences across platforms. Experienced in shooting, editing, and leading projects from concept to final delivery.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Video Producer & Editor
Pink Martini
Portland
04.2025 - Current
- Produce and edit video content documenting live performances, rehearsals, and touring life.
- Shape performances into narrative-driven edits emphasizing pacing, emotion, and cultural context.
- Collaborate closely with artists and production teams to maintain authenticity and editorial tone.
Studio-Certified Producer • Writer • Director • Editor
Open Signal: Portland Community Media
Portland
11.2023 - Current
- Produce television programs from concept through broadcast; operate cameras, light studio sets, and direct live productions.
- Handle technical direction, audio mixing, editing, scripting, animation, and graphics.
- Collaborate with community members to bring local stories to air.
Senior Producer • Writer • Director • Editor
Dakoit Pictures
01.2015 - Current
- Develop and produce story-driven projects for nonprofits and cultural institutions.
- Create treatments, pitches, and presentations that translate ideas into compelling visual narratives.
- Freelance
Digital Media Director
Annenberg Foundation
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Produced visual stories from the natural world for national audiences.
- Managed a team of producers, guiding editorial direction and workflow.
- Collaborated with scientists and storytellers to communicate complex ideas clearly.
- Explore.org
Founder / Instructor
Portland First Film school
Portland
- Teach visual storytelling, directing, and editing to young filmmakers.
- Mentor students through idea development, production, and post-production.
Education
Master of Arts - Media & Communication
The New School
New York, NYBachelor of Arts -
The University of Texas at Austin
Austin, TXSkills
- Video Reporting & Visual Storytelling
- Studio & Field Shooting
- Editing (Premiere Pro, After Effects)
- Live Studio Production & Technical Direction
- Audio Mixing & Lighting
- Scriptwriting & Story Development
- Multiplatform Publishing
- Team Leadership & Collaboration
Timeline
Video Producer & Editor
Pink Martini
04.2025 - Current
Studio-Certified Producer • Writer • Director • Editor
Open Signal: Portland Community Media
11.2023 - Current
Senior Producer • Writer • Director • Editor
Dakoit Pictures
01.2015 - Current
Digital Media Director
Annenberg Foundation
01.2014 - 01.2019
Founder / Instructor
Portland First Film school
Master of Arts - Media & Communication
The New School
Bachelor of Arts -
The University of Texas at Austin