A post-production professional with global video expertise, Ed McNichol started his career in 1982 as a Motion Picture Specialist (84C) editing film and video in the U.S. Army. A Philadelphia native, his career has brought him from California to Oregon, and through Anchorage, Alaska, to his current home in Seattle. He is a freelance editor, post-production supervisor, trainer and workflow consultant.

A recognized expert in his field, Ed taught the craft of editing for Sony for eleven years. He traveled the world teaching video editors and technical directors how to expertly operate Sony’s broadcast line of switchers, mixers and edit controllers. He also demonstrated Sony’s products to many high-profile clients and at numerous trade shows, including the National Association of Broadcasters convention.

He has contributed to the development, testing and documentation of next generation digital tools for numerous equipment manufacturers. His articles on video post-production have appeared in many professional trade publications, including Post, TV Technology, Video Systems and more.

Ed specializes in complex projects that require a systemic approach to provide elegant integrated solutions. His unique blend of technology and creative skills enable him to research, design, build and operate sophisticated systems. He has participated on several deep sea expeditions, providing scientific video recording and live streaming services.

An Apple Certified Professional, Ed is proficient in Final Cut Studio, OS X Server and Xsan. He is a member of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) and the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE). He is also the Co-Founder of the Seattle Final Cut Pro User Group. His work has received numerous awards, including Emmys and Tellys, and honors at several film festivals. His global client list includes AT&T, Boeing, Disney, FedEx, Microsoft, Nintendo, NOAA, Sony, QVC and Turner Networks.