Video editing that tells compelling stories. Every cut matters, every frame captivates.
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Editor - Netflix (via bmp)
Editor - Netflix (via bmp)
Editor - Netflix (via bmp)
Editor - Netflix (via bmp)
Editor - Dick's Sporting Goods
DP, Editor - Dick's Sporting Goods
Editor - Dick's Sporting Goods
Writer, Director, Cinematographer, Editor
Director, DP, Animator, Editor - Duolingo
Director, DP, Animator, Editor - Duolingo
Editor, Animator (via Hullabaloo Agency)
Editor, Animator (via Hullaballoo Agency)
25+ years cutting, creating, and problem-solving across video production
Based in Pittsburgh with 25+ years shaping stories for film, television, and branded content, Nick's all about collaboration first - understanding your vision and making it better together. His technical expertise in workflow optimization and hardware solutions keeps projects running smoothly, while his instinct for pacing and emotional storytelling ensures every cut serves the narrative.
Trained through internships with editors and directors on films you've seen, Nick has collaborated remotely with teams worldwide, offering everything from supervised edit sessions to complete post-production management. When the tools don't cut it, he builds his own like VAMP (Video Asset Management Platform) and an AI-powered multicam plugin for Premiere, born from real editor frustrations and daily workflow needs.
While his portfolio spans commercials, corporate content, and social media campaigns, Nick's heart lies in narrative work - both long and short-form storytelling where character and emotion drive every edit.
Nick prioritizes quality over quantity. Chemex fuels his mornings. He firmly believes sausage is the superior breakfast meat, the best burgers have an egg on top, and that all cars should have been electric by 1980.
His best friends are two tiny humans, his amazing wife, and an Australian Shepherd named Bert, all of whom are undeniably cooler than Nick will ever be.
Big on the outdoors at heart (hence this website's aesthetic), Nick awaits the day he can have backyard chickens for fresh eggs, a plan his family is totally on board with, mostly for burger-topping purposes.
They say all dudes end up in one of two camps: Civil War enthusiasts or pitmasters. Nick can tell you the flavor profiles of different hardwoods but can't tell you which general surrendered at Appomattox without Google. The whole crew agrees this was the right call: the brisket is delicious.
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From technical deep-dives on edit workflows to industry insights and gear reviews, I share what I've learned over 25+ years in video production. Whether you're a fellow editor, a client looking to understand the process, or someone curious about the craft, you'll find practical advice and honest perspectives.
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