Emotionally Precise Editing That Actually Lands
Your story deserves more than a flashy cut. I craft edits that move audiences, impress clients, and raise millions.
I’m Max Partain
Emmy-winning video editor trusted by agencies, nonprofits, and producers who don’t have time to babysit post.
You bring the story. I build the cut that lands.
10+ years in high-stakes editing
Helped raise over $50 million through fundraising and brand storytelling
Fast, reliable, emotionally resonant delivery
Used by teams at Westfall Gold, Anthem Multimedia, Wonderkind Studios
What You Get Working With Me
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Edits That Hit THE First Time
First cuts that impress—not drafts you’re embarrassed to share
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Fast Turnaround
Most projects delivered in 3–5 days with minimal revision rounds
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Zero Babysitting
You focus on the bigger picture. I handle post with total clarity and control
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Emotionally Engineered Storytelling
My edits are built to move audiences—and spark action
Featured Work
How It Works
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Step 1: Quick Discovery Call
We align on stakes, goals, and targets
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Step 2: First Cut in 3–5 Days
Built to land. One or two rounds, tops.
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Step 3: Final Delivery
You share it. It hits. You take the credit. I stay in the shadows.
Clients Say
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Dina Rudick
OWNER, DIRECTOR / PRODUCER | ANTHEM MULTIMEDIA
“Max is — gosh, where do I start — my secret weapon, honestly. I’ve been working with him for years and he’s about the best creative collaborator in post-production I could hope for. He brings something sparkly and amazing, and he does it astonishingly quickly. No ego. Just results. I plan my projects around including him.”
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JOSH WHITEMAN
SENIOR PRODUCER | THE CHRISTIAN & MISSIONARY ALLIANCE
“I was hesitant to outsource something this big, but Max made it painless. He got it right from the jump, understood our goals, and elevated the work. Fast, collaborative, and emotionally spot-on. That’s why I’m planning to build out more contracts with him.”
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ZOSIMO MAXIMO
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, SENIOR PRODUCER | WESTFALL GOLD
I've been working with Max for about a year and a half now. Multiple edits, multiple clients, and he always delivers. He's a technician. Great with narrative. I love how he uses sound effects. And he weaves music in and out of the cuts, seamlessly. That always enhance the edit. But the thing I appreciate about Max the most is that he is highly organized. I will continue working with him
What I Specialize In
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Fundraising & Donor Appeal Films
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Nonprofit & Social Impact Storytelling
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Brand Anthems & Sizzle Reels
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Trailer & Teaser Editing
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Sports & Hype Editing
What It Costs
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Most projects range from $2,000–$5,000, depending on scope.
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Flat fees. No surprises. If it doesn’t land, you don’t pay.