Video Editing Resume

Video Editing

1.     ​Kevin Sandera 
​Creative​, ​Dynamic​, ​Virtuoso


2550 Sailmaker Walk T: 910-465-8202
Wilmington, NC 28409 E: ​[email protected]

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I am a highly motivated individual that strives to reach any goal, whether I’m participating in a team or
by myself. I focus mainly on the situation at hand rather than the stress of working overtime to meet
strict deadlines. Especially after working 7+ years in the film industry.

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OBJECTIVE:

My mission is to find a company that I can be a part of and grow with. Not only do I strive to leap
boundaries in order to surpass expectations, I truly love the beneficial factor of expanding my
knowledge/experience while solving any problem along the way.

SKILLS SUMMARY:  

➔The Power of Positivity - The influential benefit of positivity and how it affects the rate of
productivity. A smile and laugh can go along way no matter how stressful the situation is. “Lead
by Example”
➔Computer Proficiency - I learned how to be efficient when navigating through multiple
computer programs.
◆Technical Efficiency using Adobe Premiere, Audition, Photoshop, Illustrator, Speedgrade,
Final Cut, Python, Ruby, Maya, and several other programs
➔Excellent Communication Skills - One thing that I walked away from school with is the cruciality
behind communication. Communication is the key to success.
➔Problem Solving Skills - Through my experience editing, I’ve learned the steps necessary to
come up with a solution for any problem thrown my way. The substantial effect of researching
and utilizing all available sources in order to develop a counter-measure. Then monitoring the
situation making sure the problem has been removed.

2. EXPERIENCE:

President, Project Manager, Lead Editor, Malicious Productions
Wilmington, NC (Sept 2010 - Present)

Life has been a venture since the day I developed Malicious Productions. I am honored to work as an
amazing team to accomplish several goals, no matter how complex the situation.

Accomplishments:
➔Reached out across US to acquire filming permits, filming locations, release forms, ect.
➔Inspired a creative team to achieve goals by being positive/supportive
➔Developed a clear conception of properly applying project management
➔Constructed over 16 videos including 2 music videos for TV and the world wide web
➔Taught me the importance of creating reliable connections
➔Generated a strong following for the Web-series “Resident Evil : Home Sweet Home”
➔Malicious Productions Youtube Page​, ​Resident Evil Home Sweet Home Facebook Page

Lead Video Editor, Cygnet Entertainment 
Wilmington, NC (Oct. 2016 - Present)

Cygnet Entertainment Group is an amazing place to be apart of. I am honored to lead a group of
talented individuals as we work together as a team to surpass any goal. We are in the process of
making three films, “Scarlett and the Mobster”, “American Vigilante”, and “Average Joe” which will be
released next year.

Accomplishments:
➔Designed video and audio content using asset programs such as Adobe Premiere, Audition,
Speedgrade, Photoshop, Da Vinci Resolve, and much more
➔Helped push the company forward by creating compelling content that lured in investors to
fund the films

Video and Sound Editor, Inspired Productions 
Wilmington, NC (Aug. 2015 - May 2016)

Working at Inspired Productions was truly a pleasure. I learned a lot of tips and tricks while editing with
Premiere. I walked away with a huge assortment in my sound library that I use on a day by day basis

Accomplishments:

3. ➔This position really helped me learn how important sound editing is in film and other projects
➔Part of an editing team that worked on a pilot for the BET channel
➔Being part of a team that won recognition awards at several different film festivals
➔Properly setting up and lighting green screen to ensure a smooth transition into Adobe
Premiere Pro for post production chroma key editing

Store Team Leader - Walgreens 
Rochester, NY - Wilmington, NC (Sept. 2000 - Aug. 2015) 
 
Walgreens was one of my first and longest holding job until I decided what I wanted to do after college. 
There I started from the ground up and worked up to Store Team Leader. Walgreens taught me a lot of 
values in the importance of customer service and management skills.  
 
Accomplishments: 
➔Increased my knowledge on the values behind ​Great Customer Service  
➔Refined my management skills to have a better understanding of the importance behind 
even/equal work delegation, clear communication, responsive feedback, and productiveness that 
positivity brings to the table 
➔How essential teamwork is, to make sure I am there if anyone needs help or advice 
➔Recognized on several occasions as Sims Coordinator or Employee of the month

EDUCATION:  
 
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC - 2011-2017

I graduated from CFCC with an Associate's Degree in Film Studies. I’m due to receive my official degree
in Spring 2017. I focused on the critical analysis of film, video games, writing, music, and the history of
art across the world.

Accomplishments: 
➔Part of the crew that worked on “Song of the Fifth Grade Samurai” which premiered last year at
the 2016 Comic Con in San Diego

REFERENCES: 

Brian Dormady - Head of Editorial Department at Cygnet Entertainment - 305-731-6768

Adam Byrd - Line Producer/Director at Malicious Productions - 910-465-5276