Alexander Diaz

Technically sophisticated, dynamic, and results-oriented Video and Film Editor with expertise in creating and delivering innovative solutions to complex problems achieving superior results.

Video and Film Editor at The University of Texas at Austin — Moody College of Communications (2023-10 – Present)

• Experienced production, narrative filmmaking, video editing, post-production workflows, sound design, cinematography collaboration, and television production.
• Developed strong storytelling and technical editing abilities through collaborative film projects, student media productions, and leadership roles in creative production environments.
• Experienced in project management from pre-production through final delivery while working under tight deadlines in fast-paced production settings.
• Skilled in assembling raw footage into cohesive and engaging visual narratives by shaping pacing, timing, continuity, and emotional flow to strengthen storytelling impact and audience engagement.
• Applied continuity editing techniques to create smooth scene transitions, maintain narrative clarity, and ensure consistency across productions.
• Edited and refined footage by selecting the strongest takes, removing unnecessary content, and organizing scenes to support story structure and pacing.
• Experienced in audio editing and sound design, including syncing audio with video footage, balancing dialogue, background music, ambient sound, and sound effects to create polished final productions.
• Enhanced realism and emotional tone through the integration of ambient audio, sound effects, and smooth audio transitions during post-production.
• Performed visual enhancement processes including color correction, color grading, transitions, subtitles, titles, graphics, and visual effects to improve cinematic quality and visual consistency.
• Maintained lighting and color continuity between scenes to support seamless editing and professional production standards.
• Collaborated closely with cinematographers, editors, and production crews to execute creative visions and maintain efficient production workflows.
• Incorporated creative feedback and revisions throughout the editing process while adapting quickly to changing production needs and deadlines.
• Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills by addressing technical and creative challenges during production and post-production.
• Organized and managed media assets, project files, and editing timelines to support efficient post-production workflows and project completion.
• Exported and formatted final projects for film, television, streaming, and digital media platforms while ensuring technical quality standards were met.
• Troubleshot software, media, and technical issues during post-production while maintaining proficiency in industry-standard editing and post-production software.
• Incorporated feedback and revisions throughout the editing process.
• Communicated technical or creative challenges clearly to the production team to create a professional product.

Volunteer / Script Supervisor at TSTV — Down to Film (2023-08 – Present)

Project hours: 730

• Review and analyze scripts weekly for episodic productions, evaluating pacing, dialogue flow, scene structure, and continuity to support stronger storytelling before filming begins.
• Serve as Script Supervisor during production, documenting detailed continuity notes related to actor positioning, wardrobe, props, shot coverage, and dialogue delivery to support seamless editing in post-production.
• Collaborate closely with directors, editors, and production crews to ensure footage captured on set aligns with narrative and editorial goals.
• Assist with production coordination and on-set problem solving in fast-paced filming environments, helping maintain efficient workflows across departments.
• Contribute creative feedback during pre-production discussions and support production teams in maintaining organized filming schedules and scene consistency.

Assistant Editor / Gaffer at The University of Texas at Austin — Moody College of Communications (2024-10 – 2024-10)

Fly As Francis (Undergraduate Narrative Production Project). Project hours: 32

• Assisted in organizing, reviewing, and managing production footage during post-production to support efficient editing workflows and project turnaround.
• Collaborated with the Director of Photography to create visually engaging scenes that enhanced emotional tone and storytelling impact.
• Oversaw lighting setup and continuity, ensuring consistency across multiple shooting days and supporting smooth visual transitions during editing.
• Utilized knowledge of shot composition, pacing, and visual continuity to help maintain narrative flow throughout the production process.
• Supported post-production decision-making by identifying usable takes, organizing media assets, and maintaining efficient project file structures.
• Adapted quickly to changing production conditions while maintaining attention to technical and creative detail.

Director / Editor at The University of Texas at Austin — Moody College of Communications (2024-03 – 2024-03)

Snack Time (Class Film Project). Project hours: 20

• Directed and edited a narrative short film from concept development through final delivery, overseeing all creative and technical aspects of production and post-production.
• Executed the complete post-production workflow, including footage organization, timeline assembly, rough cuts, pacing refinement, sound design, and final export preparation.
• Edited scenes to strengthen storytelling clarity, comedic timing, emotional pacing, and audience engagement.
• Demonstrated strong understanding of continuity editing, shot sequencing, rhythm, and visual storytelling techniques to create a polished final product.
• Incorporated sound effects and ambient audio to simulate synchronized sound within a no-sync-sound production environment, enhancing realism and immersion.
• Balanced creative direction with technical editing responsibilities while meeting project deadlines and maintaining production quality standards.
• Applied color correction, scene transitions, and audio adjustments to improve the overall visual and auditory quality of the film.

Boom Operator at TSTV Incubator Program (2024-03 – 2024-03)

Invisible String (TSTV Incubator Program Project). Project hours: 72

• Worked closely with the sound mixer and production team to capture clean, high-quality dialogue and ambient audio for narrative scenes.
• Maintained microphone positioning and movement to support continuity and minimize audio inconsistencies during post-production editing.
• Adapted quickly to changing camera movements and actor blocking while ensuring equipment remained outside the camera frame.
• Contributed to efficient production workflows through strong communication and technical awareness on set.

Grip at The University of Texas at Austin — Moody College of Communications (2024-04 – 2024-04)

Handjob (Advanced Undergraduate Narrative Project). Project hours: 16

• Assisted with setup, transportation, and operation of lighting and grip equipment to support production efficiency and shot execution.
• Collaborated with camera and lighting departments to help achieve desired visual compositions and maintain continuity between scenes.
• Maintained equipment safety standards and ensured production gear remained organized and ready for use throughout filming.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced production environments requiring adaptability, teamwork, and attention to detail.

High School Diploma – Copperas Cove High School

Bachelor of Science in Radio, Television, and Film – University of Texas at Austin