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Served as the editor on Dice Tsutsumi's upcoming stop-motion short film, Bottle George (2024-2025), contributing to the visual storytelling and narrative development of the project.
©︎dwarfstudios, Chimney Town, Tonko House
ABOUT
Hello! I’m Anna :)
Editor and Assistant Editor with 9+ years in animation, documentary and marketing.
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As an editor, I shape story in the animatic.
As an assistant editor, I keep projects moving: turnovers for sound, music, color and mix.
I started in documentary at Tonko House and learned animation editing under Bradley Furnish. I still cut marketing too.
OFF THE TIMELINE
Hiking and photography with my husband Hiroo and our Australian Shepherd, Mozu, and laps at the pool.
WORK
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Served as the Assistant Editor on the upcoming Skybound Entertainment TV series “Invincible,” contributing to the management and preparation of turnovers for the storyboards and animation departments.
©︎skybound.ent
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Managed and prepared turnovers for sound design, music, color and mix (including QuickTime references, AAFs, change notes, XML, and EDL as needed).
©︎Netflix
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Imported and distributed layout, animation, and lighting deliveries, ensuring smooth production processes and collaboration.
©︎TonkoHouse
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Played a key role as a content creator for Nippon Kobo, producing compelling marketing assets distributed across various social media platforms, resulting in increased brand visibility and audience engagement.
©︎NipponKobo
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Supported the director by efficiently managing daily tasks including footage review and organization, video assembly and editing, media exporting, and post-production assistance.
Explore Ancient Temples in Egypt through interactive VR Environments. View Hieroglyphs and ancient architecture in stunning 360 environments. Available on Steam VR and Oculus at the 2024 end of the year.
AWAKEN OSIRIS
©︎MCFImmersive
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Served as a freelance video editor for their social media, specifically Instagram Reels.
The making process includes: pitching idea, designing, editing, sound designing, and animating.
©︎Superoot
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Served as the main editor for Yuka Nakamura's upcoming 2D & live action hybrid short film, The Tiny King (2024-2025), taking a leading role in shaping the visual storytelling and narrative structure of the project.
©︎Okawari
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Served as the animatic editor for JJ Jeahee Song's upcoming horror game, The Monkey's Paw (2024-2025), contributing to the visual storytelling and narrative development of the project.
©︎PulsevoltStudio
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RESUME
Skills
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- After Effects
- Photoshop
- ShotGrid
- AVID Media Composer
- DaVinci Resolve
- Final Cut Pro X
Education
2016.09 – 2018.05
San Francisco State University
Bachelor of Arts | Cinema
2013.09 – 2016.05
Berkeley City College
Associate of Arts (AA) | Multimedia Arts
Professional Experience
2024.08 – PresentFull time, Remote
Skybound Entertainment
Assistant Editor — Invincible
Supported the editors by efficiently managing daily tasks including footage review and organization, video assembly and editing, media exporting, and post-production assistance.
2023.04 – PresentFreelance, Remote
Okawari, Tokyo Japan
Animatic Editor — The Tiny King
Served as the main editor for Yuka Nakamura’s 2D & live action hybrid short film, taking a leading role in shaping the visual storytelling and narrative structure.
Organized the workflow to meet specifications and deadlines, ensuring efficient coordination with the team and timely delivery of the animatics while maintaining the required quality standards.
2024.07Contract, On-site, San Francisco
MCF Immersive
Assistant Editor — Awaken VR Project
Worked on a 360 video project and gained experience setting up VR headsets within Adobe Premiere Pro.
Supported the director by managing footage review and organization, video assembly and editing, media exporting, and post-production assistance.
2024.04 – 2024.05Freelance, Remote
Okawari, Tokyo Japan
Video Editor / Motion Designer
Producing compelling marketing assets distributed across various social media platforms.
2023.11 – 2024.02Contract, Remote
Tonko House Inc
Editor — Unannounced Project
Contributed as an animatic editor, enhancing visual storytelling and project development.
2023.10 – 2024.03Freelance, Remote
Superoot, Brooklyn NY
Video Editor / Sound Designer
Freelance video editor for social media, specifically Instagram Reels.
2023.01 – 2024.05Freelance, Remote
dwarf studios
Editor — Bottle George (2024)
Served as the animatic editor on Dice Tsutsumi’s stop-motion short film, contributing to the visual storytelling and narrative development.
Skillfully assembled story panels into the best sequence to convey the story, ensuring smooth transitions and a compelling flow of events.
Collaborated remotely from Alameda, CA with a Bay Area-based director and a Japan-based story team, executing the director’s vision for the animatic.
2021.07 – 2022.12Freelance, Remote
Pulsevolt Studio, San Francisco CA
Cinematic Video Editor — The Monkey’s Paw
Served as the cinematic editor for JJ Jeahee Song’s game project, contributing to the visual storytelling and narrative development.
Assembled story panels into the best sequence to convey the story, ensuring a cohesive and engaging narrative flow.
2012.12 – 2023.01Full time, Berkeley CA / Remote
Tonko House Inc
Video Editor [Marketing] — ONI: Thunder God’s Tale (2022)
Led as the main video editor to promote the Netflix animated series, ensuring high-quality video content that showcased the series and engaged the target audience.
Managed multiple social media accounts, posting and scheduling over 50 video contents within three months, resulting in a 72% increase in engagement on Instagram.
Post-production Assistant Editor — ONI: Thunder God’s Tale (2022)
Managed and prepared turnovers for sound design, music, color and mix (including QuickTime references, AAFs, change notes, XML, and EDL as needed).
Assistant Editor
ONI: Thunder God’s Tale (2022) · Acorns (2020) · PIG: The Dam Keeper Poems (2017) · Moom (2016) · Tonko House Exhibitions · ODOMO ANIME (2019) NHK
2019.06 – 2020.12Freelance, El Cerrito CA
Nippon Kobo
Video Editor [Marketing] — Trailer, Marketing Videos
Played a key role as the video editor and event content creator, producing marketing assets distributed across social media platforms.
Developed creative ideas and concepts to position the company on film, showcasing its unique offerings.
2017.07 – 2018.02Freelance, Oakland CA
Ankh Arts
Video Editor — Why the Fools Dance (2018)
Led as the main video editor on Benjamin Michel’s 18 min documentary.
Preparing and editing a wide range of content across a variety of camera formats and distribution platforms.
2014.12 – 2015.02Internship, San Francisco CA
Institute for Creative Integration
Video Editor — Internship
Marketing videos for the Toyota Urban Utility U2 design car, focusing on enhancing the quality and visual appeal of the content.
2011.05 – 2012.07Part time, Osaka, Japan
Warner Mycal Cinemas
Assistant Projectionist
Ingested and prepared show/pre-show content, building a playlist, loading, and checking.
Awards & Honors
2023
ONI: Thunder God’s Tale
Film Festival Official Selections · Annie Awards
Best TV/Media · Best Production Design
Nominated: Best Character Animation · Best Character Design · Best Direction · Best Music
2018
PIG: The Dam Keeper Poems
Film Festival Official Selections · Annie Awards
Best Animated Special Production