James Pendorf is an experienced Senior Creative Editor whose work has received notable awards.

Years of diligent work and focus on story telling, James advanced his ability to create compelling narratives and is comfortable self-producing and collaborating.

These stories are created visually with his exceptional editing skills and techniques. He has complete knowledge of the post production process, and is highly proficient with Avid, Premiere, FCP, and Davinci Resolve. 

Sonically, his work is elevated by making appropriate music selections that enhance and work within the requirements of the piece.  He uses his unique sound designing ability to succinctly build and punctuate the emotional peaks and valleys.  

To further enrich the work, James explores all creative avenues including experimenting with various creative styles and conceptualizing graphics that integrate organically into the work.

Achievements

2021 Golden Trailer Awards

Nominated – Best Foreign Comedy Trailer “Rams”

Nominated – Best Horror/Thriller TrailerByte for a TV/Streaming Series “The Walking Dead – Six”

2020 Emmy Awards

Winner: Best Short Form Nonfiction Or Reality Series “Cosmos: Creating Possible Worlds”

2019 Golden Trailer Awards

Nominated – Best Comedy TV Spot/Trailer/Teaser for a Series “Valley of the Boom Trailer”

2019 Clio Award

Bronze Winner – Television/Streaming: Spot/Promo “Apollo: Missions to the Moon”

Bronze Winner – Television/Streaming: Social Media “Valley of the Boom – Flooz”

2019 Promax Awards

Silver Winner “Valley of the Boom” IGTV – Bitcoin

2016 Pacific Southwest Emmy Awards

Winner: Sports – Daily or Weekly Program or Special “Life On The Line: It’s About The Journey”

Winner: Editor (No Time Limit) – Program (Non-News) Life On The Line: Season 3

2013 Savannah Film Festival

Winner: Best Editing “Who Shot Rock & Roll: The Film”

2011 CINE Golden Eagle Award

Winner: “Water: Our Thirsty World.”