About Ethan
I help bring stories to life through engaging video editing and compelling scriptwriting. With a background in Film Studies and a Master’s in Screenwriting, I specialize in educational and entertaining content, especially for children and language learners. I’ve worked on YouTube videos, short films, and English-learning materials, blending creativity with clear communication. I stand out for my storytelling focus, fast turnaround, and ability to adapt tone and visuals to suit any audience. Whether you need polished edits, fun explainer videos, or simplified scripts, I deliver content that connects.
English
Native or bilingual
German
Basic
Can work on-site
Berlin (up to 50km)
Experience
- Fable Barn (DE)Content CreatorJune 2025 - Today (1 year)Berlin, Germany• Scriptwriting & Story Adaptation: retells and adapts classic fables and fairy tales into simple, engaging English for early language learners aged 3–8, ensuring content is age-appropriate, morally meaningful, and culturally sensitive.• Video Editing: Creates fully-edited animated or illustrated story videos using editing software with minimal budget, focusing on clarity and visual engagement.• Visual Content Creation: Sources or designs custom illustrations, animations, and storyboards that visually support simplified narratives and reinforce comprehension.• Voiceover Production: Records, edits, and enhances narration using child-friendly tone and pacing to support both entertainment and language development.• Channel Management: Uploads, schedules, and optimises ideas for discoverability on YouTube, including writing titles, descriptions, and using SEO strategies.
- Zephyr Studios (DE)Post Production SpecialistMay 2023 - Today (3 years and 1 month)• Video Editing & Assembly: Edits a wide range of content including narrative films, branded videos, commercials, and social media campaigns, ensuring narrative clarity, pacing, and visual polish.• Colour Correction & Grading: Performs basic to intermediate colour grading to establish tone and mood in line with the director's vision and brand guidelines.• Sound Editing: Syncs dialogue, clean audio, and add sound effects and music beds to enhance storytelling and emotional impact.• Media Management: Organises and archives footage, project files, and assets efficiently to ensure smooth workflow and team collaboration.• Motion Graphics Integration: Creates or incorporate motion graphics, titles, and lower thirds for educational, commercial, and entertainment videos.
- Zephyr Drones (DE)Drone Pilot/ Film EditorApril 2023 - January 2025 (1 year and 9 months)• Aerial Cinematography: Operated drones to capture high-quality aerial footage and photographs for weddings, real estate listings, and live events, ensuring cinematic framing, smooth movement, and regulatory compliance (German/EU drone laws).• Video Editing & Post-Production: Edited drone and ground-based footage into polished, emotionally engaging videos tailored to each client's goals.• Client Communication: Liaised directly with clients to understand project requirements, proposed creative solutions, and delivered edits on time with high production value.• Drone & Equipment Maintenance: Performed regular checks, firmware updates, and basic repairs on drones, cameras, and gimbals to ensure safety and performance.• Asset Management: Organised, labeled, and backed up large volumes of video files to maintain an efficient and secure post-production workflow.
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Education
- Full Drivers License Drone Pilot License (A1/A3)Full Drivers License Drone Pilot License (A1/A3)
- (DE) A1.2 German Adobe After Effects Cert Adobe Premiere Pro Cert MA Screenwriting BA Film and TV TESOL Cert Digital Photography Cert Lighting for Film and Television Cert Certificate in Make Artistry and Production Designon Board Language School(DE) A1.2 German Adobe After Effects Cert Adobe Premiere Pro Cert MA Screenwriting BA Film and TV TESOL Cert Digital Photography Cert Lighting for Film and Television Cert Certificate in Make Artistry and Production Design