Film Editor Cover Letter Template

Dear Hiring Manager, I’ve spent the last several years shaping the rhythm of narrative and action across projects, and I’ve learned that strong editing is a conversation between footage, sound, and audience. At a recent project, the workflow for a large sequence came down to precise cut timings and colour decisions, which helped streamline delivery to an external VFX team with a 48-hour turnaround. I’ve found that steady collaboration and clear notes matter just as much as technical chops in keeping post on track. I’m proficient with Premiere and Resolve, and I’ve coordinated timelines, VFX passes, and colour pipelines across multiple departments. I understand the balance between performance pacing, continuity, and emotion, and I’ve worked closely with producers, DPs, and post teams to keep the project aligned with the master brief. I’m interested in how [Company Name] approaches storytelling and the way the post workflow supports that vision. A notable moment was leading a mid-project reorganisation of the edit suite after a schedule shift on a feature. I reorganised media bins, redefined the offline and online handoff, and negotiated a revised feedback loop with the VFX vendor. The result was a smoother approval process and significantly improved delivery reliability, with fewer re-cuts and quicker sign-off on key sequences at [Previous Company]. I’m available to discuss how my editing approach can fit into your post team at [Company Name]. I can meet this week or next to review current needs and timelines. Kind regards, [Your Name]