JODI M. MURRAY
Atlanta
Summary
Story-focused Assistant Editor with over 10 years of experience supporting top networks and studios in post-production. Skilled in shaping narratives from raw footage, building compelling story arcs, and crafting rough cuts with an editor's eye, and a producer's mindset. I recently edited a full episode of the I AM series on YouTube, and I built a detailed story string-out for an upcoming unscripted pitch. Experienced in working across departments, identifying strong emotional beats, and delivering polished content under tight deadlines.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Editor /Assistant Editor
A WYNN WYNN Productions
03.2025 - 04.2025
- Built a comprehensive string-out for a docu-reality concept currently in the pitch phase.
- Identified potential episode arcs and character moments from hours of raw footage.
- Created a narrative structure that supported the series' thematic goals, aiding in pitch deck development.
Freelance Editor / Story Assistant
I AM Series
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Edited a full episode from start to finish, identifying key emotional beats and narrative arcs from unscripted footage.
- Crafted the story structure from verité and interview footage, handling both creative and technical aspects.
- Collaborated with producers to select standout bites and refine pacing for maximum audience impact.
SR. ASSISTANT EDITOR
REVOLT TV
01.2022 - 02.2025
- Efficiently organized and managed raw footage by developing and maintaining an accessible, structured file system, enabling quick retrieval and smooth workflows for the editing team, resulting in optimized editing processes and reduced project turnaround times.
- Assembled rough cuts of video content, synchronized audio tracks with visual footage, and ensured the highest level of quality control throughout the editing process to meet creative and production standards.
- Actively coordinated with multiple departments, including sound, visual effects, and graphics teams, to gather and integrate essential elements for the final edit, ensuring a cohesive and polished end product that aligns with the production's vision.
- Proactively identified and addressed technical challenges such as file corruption, audio syncing issues, and software glitches, troubleshooting and resolving them promptly to minimize disruptions in the post-production timeline.
ASSISTANT EDITOR
HALLMARK
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Company Overview: SMALL TOWN SET UP
- Managed and organized raw footage, ensuring a streamlined post-production workflow that supported efficient editing and delivery of episodes.
- Synchronized audio and video elements to produce seamless, high-quality content aligned with Hallmark's creative vision.
- Collaborated closely with producers and directors to implement editorial adjustments, maintaining consistency with narrative goals and network standards.
- Conducted rigorous quality checks to identify and resolve technical issues, ensuring timely delivery of polished, broadcast-ready episodes.
- SMALL TOWN SET UP
ASSISTANT EDITOR
The CW USA
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Collaborated closely with editing team members to prepare and refine episodes for March, a reality television series, ensuring smooth coordination across the post-production workflow.
- Synced audio and video, performed preliminary edits, and ensured efficient handling of raw footage to streamline the editing process and meet tight deadlines.
- Conducted thorough quality checks to ensure all content met network guidelines, maintaining high standards of production value throughout the post-production process.
- Supported the editorial team by addressing any technical or creative issues, ensuring the final episodes were ready for broadcast according to the required specifications.
ASSISTANT EDITOR
TYLER PERRY STUDIOS
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Company Overview: ALL SCRIPTED SHOWS USA
- Assisted in editing a variety of television projects, contributing to the studio's diverse and dynamic production slate, ensuring high-quality outputs across multiple genres.
- Managed media tasks including ingesting, transcoding, and organizing footage, maintaining an efficient and well-structured digital workflow for smooth post-production operations.
- Collaborated with senior editors to implement creative editing solutions, ensuring the final product met the production's vision and was delivered on schedule.
- Supported the team in meeting tight deadlines by streamlining post-production processes and troubleshooting any issues related to media or editing software.
- ALL SCRIPTED SHOWS USA
ASSISTANT EDITOR
CENTRAL AVE
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Company Overview: SEASON 1 USA
- Significantly contributed to the post-production process for Central Ave Season 1, supporting the creation of a polished final product through efficient editing and content management.
- Oversaw the management and organization of large volumes of footage, developing a structured file system to ensure an optimized workflow for the editing team.
- Assisted with syncing audio and video, executing rough cuts, and preparing materials for senior editors, maintaining high standards of quality and creativity.
- Collaborated with the production team to source necessary elements and assets, ensuring all content was organized and ready for the final editing phase.
- SEASON 1 USA
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cinema and Television Arts
California State University-Northridge
Northridge, CA05.2012
Skills
- File organization and structure
- Audio/video syncing
- Video editing
- Media management
- Audio synchronization
- Rough cut assembly
- Cross-department collaboration
- Story development
- Interviewing, field producing
- Post-production story shaping
- Creative writing
- Technical fluency
- Visual effects integration
- Exporting and outputting files
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Adaptability
Additional Shows And Networking
- Last Call - Bounce TV
- In the Cut - Bounce TV
- Rickey Smiley for Real - TV One
- Red Bull Media House - Red Bull TV
- A Season with: Notre Dame Football - Showtime
- Shine America - In-House Development Projects
Timeline
Freelance Editor /Assistant Editor
A WYNN WYNN Productions
03.2025 - 04.2025
Freelance Editor / Story Assistant
I AM Series
01.2025 - 03.2025
ASSISTANT EDITOR
HALLMARK
08.2024 - 12.2024
SR. ASSISTANT EDITOR
REVOLT TV
01.2022 - 02.2025
ASSISTANT EDITOR
The CW USA
10.2021 - 12.2021
ASSISTANT EDITOR
TYLER PERRY STUDIOS
03.2021 - 08.2021
ASSISTANT EDITOR
CENTRAL AVE
09.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Cinema and Television Arts
California State University-Northridge
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