My editing journey started in After Effects almost by accident. I had been using it for motion graphics and visual effects in my own projects and at some point I started making short edits just to keep my skills sharp between bigger work. No brief, no deadline, just picking a show or a film I was into at the time and seeing what I could do with it.
The edits on this page are all made that way. Each one was a reason to try something I had not done before, a different grade, a new effect, a different way of cutting to music. The subject matter comes from whatever I was watching or obsessed with at the time, so in a way the page is also just a record of my taste.
I like working this way because it keeps the work low pressure. When there is nothing riding on something you experiment more freely and that is usually when I figure out how to actually do something rather than just knowing it in theory. A lot of what ended up in my real projects started as something I tried first in one of these edits.
After Effects is where I developed my eye for timing, colour and atmosphere. The same way Photoshop is where I figure out a visual identity, After Effects is where I figure out how something should feel in motion.
Barry edit - We are not saying the same thing
As a personal challenge to push my After Effects skills further, I created this edit of Barry, one of my favourite HBO shows. The goal was to capture the tone of the series, a show that shifts constantly between dark comedy and genuine tension, and translate that into something that felt cinematic and intentional.
Mr. Robot edit - Are you paying attention?
As a personal challenge to experiment with unconventional editing techniques, I created this Mr. Robot edit in After Effects. Mr. Robot was the obvious choice for this kind of project. The show is built on deception, unreliable narration, and the feeling that something is always slightly off, so the edit needed to reflect that.
The central idea was a fake loop. Midway through, the edit appears to restart, lulling the viewer into thinking they are watching the same sequence again before it breaks and reveals itself.
Breaking Bad edit - RUN
As a personal challenge to elevate my After Effects skills, I created this Breaking Bad edit using a 3D camera. The goal was to experiment with dynamic camera movements, depth, and compositing, while paying tribute to one of my favorite TV series. Every shot was carefully timed and designed to match the intensity of the music and the iconic atmosphere of the show. This project allowed me to push the creative limits of After Effects and refine my workflow for cinematic edits.
Fargo edit - Behind you
This short edit was created as a stylistic experiment to capture the tension and bleak beauty of Fargo Season 1. Centered around Lorne Malvo, the mysterious and unsettling force of the story, the piece explores themes of chaos, morality, and manipulation through a cold, cinematic lens. I focused on emphasizing the show's stark atmosphere, dark humor, and quiet intensity by blending sharp cuts with slow, deliberate pacing. Using Adobe After Effects, I enhanced the visuals with subtle grain, desaturated tones, and moody lighting to mirror Fargo’s distinct, snow-covered world. A minimalist concept that channels menace through mood and silence.
I Saw the TV Glow edit - You need to help me
This short edit was created as a creative exercise to explore VHS-style effects and nostalgic visual storytelling. I chose I Saw the TV Glow as the theme because it's one of my favorite films, its surreal atmosphere, haunting imagery, and emotional depth blend beautifully with the analog aesthetic. My focus was on recreating authentic VHS distortion, static, and chromatic aberration in Adobe After Effects, while keeping the pacing slow and dreamlike. A simple concept, executed with care and style.
The Nightmare Before Christmas edit - My girl
This short edit was created as a heartfelt tribute inspired by The Nightmare Before Christmas and my girlfriend, who encouraged me to make it. We both share a love for the film, it’s our favorite Christmas movie, and I chose the song We Fell in Love in October because it reflects the time our story began. The edit blends romance and nostalgia, weaving together the film’s gothic charm with the warmth of personal memory. I focused on creating a dreamy, emotional tone through soft transitions, gentle lighting, and a sense of bittersweet magic. A love letter in motion, where Halloween meets Christmas, and fiction meets feeling.
Little Miss Sunshine edit - Oh look, the poison root
This short edit was created as a stylistic exploration inspired by Little Miss Sunshine. I aimed to capture the film’s raw honesty and offbeat warmth through a grunge-inspired aesthetic layered with paper textures and analog imperfections. The rough edges and tactile feel reflect the film’s themes of imperfection, family, and acceptance. While I’m not entirely proud of the final result, this piece represents an important step in allowing myself to create without the pressure of perfection, embracing experimentation as part of the artistic process.
Manchester by the Sea edit - Fallen to the ground
This short edit was created as an emotional study of grief and isolation, inspired by Manchester by the Sea. I wanted to capture the film’s quiet heartbreak and sense of lingering loss through a nostalgic CRT-style aesthetic. The soft glow, screen flicker, and analog distortion serve as metaphors for memory, fragile, imperfect, and fading over time. My focus was on subtle pacing, melancholic color grading, and atmospheric sound to evoke the film’s tone of stillness and sorrow. A personal exploration of emotion, framed through the static of an old television.
where's my head at_
This short edit was created as a creative exercise and submission for a Call of Duty edit contest. I focused on combining cinematic shots with dynamic pacing to match the intensity and energy of the game. Using Adobe After Effects, I experimented with motion blur, color grading, and impactful transitions to enhance the action and keep the rhythm tight. It was a chance to push my editing skills and storytelling within a high-octane, competitive context. A bold concept, executed with precision.
Coffin Change
This edit was made for a contest and inspired by one of my favorite songs, which helped shape the rhythm, mood, and emotional tone of the piece. I aimed to sync visuals tightly to the music, using pacing, transitions, and subtle effects to let both the song and footage complement each other. Created in Adobe After Effects, the edit was a personal challenge to blend sound and imagery in a way that feels both impactful and cohesive. A passion project, executed with heart.