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Samuel Means

Samuel Means

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Samuel Means is a professional video editor that has been cutting since 2005 after graduating from Los Angeles Film School with a double focus in editing and sound design. Notable work includes the contemporary drama 'Venus as a Boy' and his help with '9 Bullets', 'Cinnamon', and the award-winning 'Isabel's Garden'.

Sam is a creative professional with a strong background in visual storytelling and post-production processes. Known for delivering polished video content that aligns with project goals and client expectations. Highly collaborative and results-oriented, ensuring seamless integration of feedback and continuous improvement.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Long and Short-form Video Editor

Freelance
06.2005 - Current
  • See the IMDb Credits attached

Staff Video Editor

Sugar Studios LA
10.2018 - 04.2024
  • Edited feature films, trailers, and commercials

Post-Production Video Specialist

Live Nation
01.2017 - 07.2018
  • Assistant Editor and Short-form spots

Education

Accreditation - Editing

Los Angeles Film School
Los Angeles, CA
06.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Theater

San Jose State University
San Jose, CA
01.2000

Skills

  • Adobe CC - Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Firefly, Express
  • AVID Media Composer
  • Da Vinci Resolve
  • Graphic design
  • Multi-camera editing
  • Advanced editing techniques
  • AI Image Generation Tools - Leonardo, Grok, Mid-Journey, OpenAI

Sam Speaks:

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Staff Video Editor

Sugar Studios LA
10.2018 - 04.2024

Post-Production Video Specialist

Live Nation
01.2017 - 07.2018

Long and Short-form Video Editor

Freelance
06.2005 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Theater

San Jose State University

Accreditation - Editing

Los Angeles Film School
Samuel Means