margie nguyen
video editor
Hi! I’m Margie Nguyen, a Vietnamese-American Video Editor with roots in Chinatown, Los Angeles. You can often find me at music shows or challenging someone to a pickle-ball match!
I'm currently freelancing and looking for projects in the nonprofit, documentary, music, and branded content spaces.
More about me >
I'm currently freelancing and looking for projects in the nonprofit, documentary, music, and branded content spaces.
More about me >
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video editor
Hi! I'm Margie, a Vietnamese-American and Video Editor from Los Angeles who finds joy in the intricate dance of editing, compelling visuals, and a well-executed playlist. My passion for storytelling is fueled by human connection and exploration of emotions — the essential mix, as I see it, for crafting a captivating film.
Off the editing desk, catch me at either music shows or taking walks around my neighborhood.
storytelling + narratives
social media
edu
event highlights
travel
personal
weddings
gnomon: ad spots
Agency: Substance Media Agency
Editor: Margie Nguyen
Substance created ad spots for Gnomon’s renowned program, showcasing three key pillars: Animation, VFX, and Games.
As Lead Editor, I crafted 15-second, 60-second, and 90-second spots in various formats to highlight the program’s multifaceted offerings and ensure that each video resonated effectively across various digital programs. The goal was to reach diverse audience, engage, and encourage to apply and become a part of Gnomon’s vibrant and talented community.
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cal poly pomona: habitat for mars
Agency: Substance Media Agency
Editor: Margie Nguyen
As Lead Editor, I brought a modern and dynamic touch to a video showcasing Cal Poly Pomona's architecture and civil engineering students. The video captures their innovative journey designing and building the Mars habitation module, affectionately nicknamed Cal-Roli CPP-HAB. Fueled by a $30,000 NASA grant, the project, entered into the NASA eXploration Systems and Habitation Academic Innovation Challenge, reflects the students' creativity and dedication in crafting a prototype for a potential Mars habitat.
honda: pact program
Agency: Substance Media Agency
Editor: Margie Nguyen
In this video, we highlight Honda’s Professional Automotive Career Training program through a use of animation and live-action. As the editor, I was tasked to seamlessly cut together interviews and live-action footage and integrate animation, ensuring a cohesive and engaging visual narrative. My role involved crafting a compelling storyline, refining the pacing, and adding a touch of creativity to effectively showcase the program's benefits and opportunities.
el camino college: cis program promo
Agency: Substance Media Agency
Editor: Margie Nguyen
As Lead Editor, I intercut interviews to craft engaging promo videos for El Camino College's CIS program. Employing a blend of technical aesthetics and music, my approach highlighted the program's unique features, delivering a visually effective promo video. This production not only showcased the program's strengths but also served as a powerful tool to attract prospective students with its innovative and engaging presentation.