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FULL LIST OF FREELANCE EDITOR/PRODUCER CREDITS
Non-Scripted
ELLEN'S GAME OF GAMES – VENERTAINMENT
MARK & DEREK’S EXCELLENT FLIP - DIY NETWORK
THE WILLIAM SHATNER PROJECT - DIY NETWORK
THE DATING GAME - VENERTAINMENT
READY TO LOVE – LIGHTHEARTED
ARE YOU THE ONE SEASONS 5, 6, 7 & 8 – LIGHTHEARTED
IN BED WITH JOAN RIVERS - Scott Sternberg Productions
MILLION DOLLAR CLOSETS - STYLE
NOTORIOUS (Doc) - IPC/REELZ
MY CAT FROM HELL - 3BALL
HATCHED - CW
ROOSTER TEETH “SCHOOLED” - YOUTUBE/ACHIEVEMENT HUNTER
MVP - FOX SPORTS/YOUTUBE
AMERICAN REHAB - DIY CHANNEL
RUSTY'S ROADSHOW KITCHEN - A&E/FYI CHANNEL
MY LOTTERY DREAM HOME - HGTV
MARK & DEREK’S EXCELLENT FLIP - DIY NETWORK
THE WILLIAM SHATNER PROJECT - DIY NETWORK
GAMECHANGERS - CBS
SONOS MIAMI - A&E
THE BEAVER BROTHERS – ANIMAL PLANET
CRAZY.SEXY.LIFE. - OWN
I'M RIGHT, YOU'RE CRAZY - SyFy
DVD on TV - FX Network
DVD/EPK PROJECTS:
Editor
CHINA BEACH BOX SET – Warner Bros. – DVD Extra Content
BLUE BLOODS Season 4 - CBS Television - DVD Extra Content
AMERICAN REUNION - Universal Pictures - DVD Extra Content
SEEKING A FRIEND FOR THE END OF THE WORLD - Focus Features - EPK
ANONYMOUS - Columbia Pictures - DVD Extra Content
HORRIBLE BOSSES - Warner Bros. - EPK
COLOMBIANA - Sony Pictures - EPK & DVD Extra Content
BAD TEACHER - Colombia Pictures - EPK50/50 Summit Entertainment – EPK
Field Producer/Editor
FEAR THE WALKING DEAD EPK - Valhalla Entertainment - EPK
CHINA BEACH - Warner Bros./Time Life DVD Extra Content
VEGAS - CBS - DVD Extra Content
THE MENTALIST - Warner Bros. - DVD Extra Content
THUNDERSTRUCK - Warner Premiere - EPK/Sizzle/DVD Extra Content
NIGHTS IN RODANTHE - Warner Bros. DVD Extra Content
SPORTS NIGHT - Shout! Factory - DVD Extra Content
THE NEW ADVENTURES OF OLD CHRISTINE - Warner Bros. DVD Extra Content
THE WAR AT HOME - Warner Bros. DVD Extra Content
WELCOME BACK KOTTER - Warner Bros. DVD Extra Content
THE MISER BROS. - Warner Bros. DVD Extra Content
THE MAN FROM U.N.C.L.E. - Warner Bros/Time Life - DVD Extra Content
Rick Ferguson
(818) 220-2026 | rickyscot@icloud.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rick-ferguson | Portfolio: https://www.rickyscot.com
Video Editor | Digital Content Creator
SUMMARY
Emmy-nominated video editor and digital content creator with 30+ years of experience producing compelling content across television, digital, and social media platforms. Expert in CapCut, Davinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DSLR production, and AI-driven content workflows. Passionate about crafting audience-centered stories for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and emerging platforms. Strong ability to drive engagement through platform-optimized, short-form, and long-form content. Skilled in leading teams, working under tight deadlines, and elevating creative visions into impactful media.
CORE COMPETENCIES
· Social Media Content Production (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Facebook)
· Digital Video Editing (CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve)
· Compelling Storytelling Designed to Spark a Reaction
· AI Content Generation & Prompt Writing
· DSLR & Mirrorless Camera Shooting
· Video Production & Post-Production Workflow
· Motion Graphics, Visual Effects & Design
· Short-Form & Vertical Video Creation
· Team Leadership & Creative Direction
· SEO-Optimized Video for Social
· Multi-Platform Content Strategy
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
· CNN | Producer, Digital Media| 2024 – Present
· Research & pitch trending stories for CNN.com and social media
· Write, produce and edit engaging posts and stories. Post all content.
· Dynamic El Dorado Theatre | Sr. Social Media Content Creator| 2024 – Present
· Develop and implement marketing strategy from ideation through content creation.
· Write, produce and edit engaging social media posts and stories promoting the company’s slate of shows.
· Engaging new clients through social media and traditional channels to increase revenue and foster long-term relationships
· Revolt TV – Revolt News | Sr. Producer /Content Creator| 2021 – 2025
· Produced and/or edited high-impact news packages on underreported global issues.
· Designed and delivered short-form social content optimized for Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.
· Collaborated cross-functionally to shape Revolt's digital voice and audience engagement.
· Central Ave – Lionsgate / Debmar Mercury | Producer / Editor | 2019 – 2021
· Created and edited entertainment news content tailored to Gen Z and Millennial audiences.
· Produced daily vertical and short-form videos for social platforms.
· Leveraged social media trends to increase organic engagement.
· DG Entertainment | Digital Extra Content Producer | 2004 – 2012
· Produced and edited behind-the-scenes featurettes and EPKs for DVD and online distribution.
· Directed celebrity interviews and delivered high-quality content for major studios.
· E! Entertainment Television / E! News | Promo & News Producer / Editor | 2005 – 2012
· Produced and edited daily entertainment news packages and on-air promos.
· Delivered fast-turnaround edits for multiple platforms under tight deadlines.
· Freelance Producer / Editor | 2004 – 2019
· Produced and edited content for brands and networks such as Home Depot, A&E, HGTV, OWN, FX, and Warner Bros.
· Managed full-cycle production for digital, social, and broadcast projects.
· Developed and maintained social media content strategies.
· CBS 19 / UPN 43 | Senior Promotions Producer / Manager | 1996 – 2004
· CTV Television, Toronto | Senior Producer / Director | 1993 – 1996
EDUCATION & TECHNICAL SKILLS
· Proficient in: Adobe Premiere Pro, AVID, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, CapCut, Photoshop, Final Cut
· Workflow: AI-generated content prompts, short-form optimization, social-first editing
· Soft Skills: Creative leadership, collaboration, problem-solving, storytelling
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