
About
Carter Nicklaus is a Los Angeles-based video editor, with specialties in narrative and promotional work, and experience cutting documentaries and social clips. With over 3 years of experience, he is a dedicated, organized, and capable editor, with fast turnarounds.
His work has been used as pitch materials, social media posts, and has even screened theatrically.
A CSUN graduate, Carter has years of experience on film sets and has filled many roles on CSUN, AFI, and independent productions. He is extremely passionate about post-production and is excited to get started on his next project.

Additional Work & Information
DIT
“Kavor”- AFI Thesis Short (2025)
“Fitna”- CSUN Thesis Short (2023)
Skills
Experience in Adobe After Effects, Final Cut Pro, and ProTools; Proficiencies in Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, DaVinci Resolve, and ShotPutPro; Certified in AVID Media Composer
Photography
Photo assisted, organized, shot, and lit many photoshoots in and around the LA area. Served as Unit Stills Photographer for multiple short film projects. ASMPLA Board Member and Bridge Mentorship Program alum.
cnickphoto.com
Based in Los Angeles
Open to remote or on-location work.
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