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Sergey Aniskov

Sergey Aniskov

Video, Animation Editor
Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Award-winning video editor with over two decades of experience in animation, live-action editing, and storytelling. Demonstrates exceptional editing expertise in creative and commercial settings. Work showcased at prestigious film festivals like SIGGRAPH and the Sundance Online Film Festival, earning recognition for innovation and storytelling prowess.

Work History

Creative Director & Lead Editor

Animation Collective for Nicktoons Network, Cartoon Network, BBC Kids, MTV Networks International, Nickelodeon US and Australia
  • Directed and edited over 200 half-hour episodes of animated broadcast content, overseeing all stages of post-production from initial rough cuts to final delivery.
  • Edited video content for various platforms, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and audience engagement.
  • Collaborated with production teams to refine narratives and enhance visual storytelling techniques.

Pitch Reels & Production Highlights

Animation Collective for MTV, AOL Kids, BBC Kids, Cartoon Network, Handmade Films, Lionsgate
  • Edited compelling pitch reels for animation and live-action projects, contributing to green-lighting multi-million dollar productions.
  • Demonstrated expertise in creating content that resonates with both creative executives and audiences, leading to commissions from major networks and studios.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Documentary & Short-Form Content

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, Department of Education
  • Edited educational and documentary-style content, focusing on creating engaging, informative, and visually dynamic content for diverse audiences, including students and educators.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Freelance Video Editor & Director

Commercials, Music Videos, Corporate Projects
  • Served as a one-man shop for editing commercials, music videos, and corporate videos. Managed all aspects of production, from storyboarding and conceptualization to final edits, ensuring creative visions were realized within time and budget constraints.
  • Collaborated with directors to enhance visual storytelling through effective editing techniques.
  • Edited video content for commercials, ensuring alignment with brand messaging and client objectives.

Education

Animation

Pratt Institute
Brooklyn, NY

3D Animation

University of Missouri Kansas City
Kansas City, MO

English Language

Brown University
Providence, RI

Set Design And Fabrication

Moscow State Maly Theater
Moscow, Russia

Skills

  • Video Editing & Post-Production: Skilled in editing for both short-form and long-form content, including animated series, commercials, music videos, pitch reels, and web content
  • Animation & Motion Graphics: Expertise in storyboarding and editing animated content, combining strong visual storytelling with technical proficiency in animation workflows
  • Storytelling & Narrative Structure: Deep understanding of pacing, narrative flow, and the ability to craft compelling stories, whether for broadcast television, digital platforms, or branded content
  • Software Proficiency: Advanced user of Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Avid Media Composer, After Effects, and other industry-standard editing and animation tools
  • Collaborative Leadership: Proven ability to work within a team, managing and mentoring junior editors while collaborating closely with directors, producers, and other creative leads

Accomplishments

  • Played a key role within the team of Animation Collective in the development of more than 20 successfully sold pitch reels and pilots.
  • Directed and edited over 200 hours of animated broadcast content.
  • Developed and edited several successful advertising videos for social media.

Creative Philosophy

Sergey thrives in diverse creative environments, whether crafting polished, high-energy edits for branded content or weaving intricate narratives in animation. His ability to adapt to various genres—from family-friendly animation to avant-garde music videos—allows him to bring fresh perspectives to each project he tackles. Always driven by the pursuit of storytelling excellence, Sergey enjoys the challenge of turning raw footage into cohesive, emotionally resonant final products.

Websites

  • IMDb: https://m.imdb.com/name/nm1904431/
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maidibour?igsh=eG9vb2Fyb3doa2F3

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual

Websites

Work Availability

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Overview

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Years of post production experience.

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Years of video editing experience.

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Pitch reels and pilots successfully sold.

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Years of Adobe Suit experience.

Portfolio

Featured Picture
Sergey Aniskov's Demo Reel

Timeline

Creative Director & Lead Editor

Animation Collective for Nicktoons Network, Cartoon Network, BBC Kids, MTV Networks International, Nickelodeon US and Australia

Pitch Reels & Production Highlights

Animation Collective for MTV, AOL Kids, BBC Kids, Cartoon Network, Handmade Films, Lionsgate

Documentary & Short-Form Content

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, Department of Education

Freelance Video Editor & Director

Commercials, Music Videos, Corporate Projects

Animation

Pratt Institute

3D Animation

University of Missouri Kansas City

English Language

Brown University

Set Design And Fabrication

Moscow State Maly Theater