Fred Z.
Video Editor & Producer, Writer
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Fred Zara is a seasoned Producer, Director, and Video Editor with a storied career in both independent film production and educational content creation. Currently, he excels at Top Story Studios as a Video Editor, crafting impactful narratives for diverse organizations through various video formats. Since 2000, Fred has been independently producing, directing, and editing both narrative and documentary films, showcasing his comprehensive skill set in the film industry. At Treehouse, he managed studio operations from 2012 to 2019, honing his expertise in educational video production and team leadership across multiple locations. Emphasizing the importance of storytelling, Fred developed online courses as a Content Creator for platforms like Udemy and Skillshare from 2019 to 2022. His work extends to promotional media production at ReelActor, where he served actors and photographers.
Experience
Video Editor, Videographer, Graphics, Storyteller
Top Story Studios · 2024 — PresentCrafting narratives for organizations and nonprofit entities through long and short form video content.Producer, Writer, Talent
Udemy / Skillshare Content Creator · 2019 — 2022Creating, writing, and editing content for online education platforms.Producer, Studio Manager
Treehouse, Orlando/Portland · 2012 — 2019Producing and editing educational videos while overseeing the production team and managing workflow across East and West Coast studios.Video Editor, Photographer
ReelActor, Orlando · 2007 — 2011Creating promotional material targeted at actors, models, and agents.Graphic Designer, Pre-Production Manager
Photoscan, Orlando · 1999 — 2011Developing promotional work specifically for the entertainment industry.Director, Producer, Writer, Editor
Independent Producer · 2000 — PresentProducing and directing independent films, as well as editing both narrative and documentary projects.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Studied video and film, production and post productionValencia College
- Studied graphic design and coding basicsMercer County College
- Producing, Screenwriting, Directing, Distributing & Financing of IndependentHollywood Film Institute Workshop
- In-person workshops at the renowned writer’s group in New York CityGotham Writers Workshops
- Scene study and meisner techniqueClassAct Studios