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| Leslie Ortabasi is a cutting edge editor/colorist that specializes in long and short form narrative projects. With over 15 years of experience Leslie has edited a multitude of award winning films that have played at festivals all over the world. In addition she has done work for many fortune 500 companies. Her clients rave about her understanding of story, timing (both dramatic and comedic), her attention to detail all of which are done with speed and precision.. |
what directors say about her:
"Beyond her jedi skills with the editing programs, Leslie enhances each project with her unique perspective and tireless dedication." Leone Marucci - Steelyard Pictures
"Not only is Leslie an incredible and inventive editor, she is always the calmest person in the room. Her steady demeanor and influence eased every concern we had. We'd cry and rant and she'd listen. Then, her suggestions were always the best ones. Leslie Rocks!" Ross Shafer - Ross Shafer Productions, LLC
"I found working with Leslie an extraordinarily rewarding process. There were moments that she caught and put into the film that in my opinion enhanced the final feature. Nothing threw her. She has complete knowledge of her craft and a necessary knack for storytelling and an unwavering loyalty to the director." Jerome Elston Scott, Director - Anderson's Cross
"I've worked on six full-length dvd programs with the Dreaming Tree, and each time Leslie Ortabasi has surprised me with her efficiency and her creativity--two strengths not often seen in a single editor. Leslie is a pure pleasure to work with." Gary Katz - Onsite Productions
"I had the privilege of working with Leslie Ortabasi on my independent feature film. She was an absolute joy to work with; fast, creative, technically proficient and a terrific collaborator who would work tirelessly to get the right results. I hold Leslie in the highest regard and look forward to working with her again." Kelly Monteith - A Lousy 10 Grand
what Leslie thinks: "I love narrative film. Working with directors on well written and produced projects is the most fulfilling experience. I like to find the rhythm of a scene and then work it into the overall story telling process. With the advent of color correction within Final Cut Studio I have found that I can continue the creative process of post by adding the color grade that the director and I have envisioned throughout the editing process. I am an energetic, detail-oriented, and self-motivated individual with an emphasis on quality. I own a Final Cut HD edit suite with audio booth. Because I have all my own equipment I tend to be my own assistant. Often with independent films, it helps to know all the footage, there are little gems in the out-takes that sometimes make a scene."
what Leslie knows:Final Cut Pro, Avid, Color, Motion, Shake, DVD Studio Pro, Compressor, Squeeze, Cleaner, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Encore, Flash
Leslie's reel/resume: Click here to watch Leslie's reel (online version coming soon). Click here to see Leslie's Resume
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