Paula Zimmerman

Paula Zimmerman
Video Editor/Motion Graphic Designer

[email protected] | (720) 818-3358 | Louisville, CO | https://linkedin.com/in/pzimmvideocontent

Portfolio: https://liquidvideoworks.com Password: jJvUehdgnGE

SUMMARY
Seasoned Video Editor with 20+ years of experience crafting compelling content across public television, corporate, small business, and non-profit sectors. Expert in advanced editing software, storytelling, and motion design; increased brand recognition and viewership through high-quality video production. Seeking a Video Editor role to leverage a track record of enhancing viewer experience and streamlining post-production processes.

WORK EXPERIENCE
USA Talk Network/The Aaron Harber Show
Part-Time Lead Video Editor

Denver, CO Sep 2022 – Present

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Produce engaging interview talk shows, merging multi-camera shots to feature experts across various fields, ensuring content aligns with public television standards.
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Develop and maintain comprehensive policy and process documentation for editorial standards, adhering to brand guidelines.
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Coach and manage a team of student editors, providing detailed instruction to optimize post-production results.
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Enhance viewer experience by optimizing audio and color correction, ensuring compliance with television broadcast regulations, and improving production quality.
Liquid Videoworks
Louisville, CO

Freelance Video Editor/Motion Designer (Self-Employed) Jun 2011 – Present •
Collaborate with clients on video project development, managing the process from scripting to final edits and graphic design.
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Enhance brand recognition through the production of engaging video content, achieving an average increase of 10%.
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Cultivate enduring client relationships, resulting in a 20% client retention rate through dedicated service and effective problem resolution.
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Optimize project workflows, leading to a 25% improvement in efficiency for video production projects.
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Deliver high-quality video content for diverse clients, including corporate case studies for a Fortune 100 company and a CEO profile featured on the INC Magazine website.
Head Exposed.com now Kidmoto Technologies
New York, NY

Freelance Video Editor Aug 2010 – Apr 2019 •
Enhanced online brand presence by editing and polishing customer stories, achieving a 25% increase in engagement and conversion rates.
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Developed and refined digital content, including blog posts and press releases, resulting in a 30% boost in web traffic.
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Improved resource accessibility by integrating multimedia elements into the website, fostering greater engagement and comprehension for users.
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Produced compelling marketing videos with scripted content and animations, contributing to heightened brand recognition and customer growth.
KBDI Public Television now PBS12
Creative Services Promotions Editor Denver, CO Feb 2000 – Apr 2009
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Co-produced, directed, and edited an award-winning membership campaign video, which successfully garnered over 130 car donations, demonstrating effective persuasive storytelling.

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Collaborated with departmental teams to develop marketing and fundraising campaigns that resulted in a 10% rise in viewership and donations.
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Led the creation and production of compelling interstitial broadcast content, contributing significantly to the station’s promotional efforts.
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Enhanced video editing capabilities by transitioning to advanced editing software, supporting the seamless evolution of production workflows.
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Achieved proficiency in a cutting-edge digital archive system in only 3 weeks, demonstrating learning agility.
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Coordinated cross-functionally with production crews, seamlessly transitioning between roles as Camera Operator, Audio Engineer, and Graphics Operator. Adapted quickly to changing production needs and delivered exceptional results.
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Influenced innovative, fresh ideas for an internal committee proposing new, diverse programming sources, and fostered creativity within the dedicated team.

EDUCATION
Indiana State University Bachelor of Arts, Communication-double majors­Radio/TV/Film Production and Theater

SKILLS
Mac OS • Adobe Premiere Pro • Adobe After Effects • Adobe Media Encoder • Adobe Audition • Adobe Photoshop • Canva • MS Office • Google Suite • Video Editing • Motion Design • Color Correction • Typography