Jordan Baese is an Editor & Story Strategist with over 15 years of experience shaping films and series. His work identifies what matters most in a story and builds structure, rhythm, and emotional clarity around it—guiding projects from raw material to finished films that land with intention.

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I approach storytelling with narrative curiosity. I identify the core ideas of a project and make clear decisions about structure, rhythm, and emphasis so the audience understands what matters and why. My work is about refining and shaping until the result carries weight, clarity, and intention.

I work on story-driven films and series, including documentaries, trailers, sizzles, and short-form pieces.

I can join at any stage, but early involvement allows for stronger narrative alignment. From development through post-production, my focus is on shaping structure and clarity so the story lands with intention.

My services span story consultation, editorial shaping, and post-production—from raw material to final cut. I work as a narrative partner, refining structure, pacing, and emotional clarity, with sound design and final polish included as needed.

Yes. I regularly integrate into existing creative teams, working closely with producers, directors, and in-house staff to support the project’s narrative goals. My role in post-production is to strengthen the story while respecting the established creative vision.

Yes, when on-site collaboration or production support adds value. Otherwise, I work remotely.

Yes. I use AI tools selectively and responsibly to support the work—primarily for research, organization, and accelerating certain post-production tasks. These tools enhance efficiency and exploration, while narrative judgment and creative decisions remain human-led.

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Pricing is based on scope and the level of narrative involvement required.

For editorial and post-production work, my day rate typically falls in the $550–$700/day range, depending on the nature of the project. Flat rates are available for clearly defined scopes, and weekly structures are often used for longer engagements.

Equipment rental, additional services, and expanded creative involvement are scoped separately. Once the project parameters are clear, I recommend the billing approach—day rate, weekly rate, or flat fee—that best supports the work.