Breathe - A Collective Us
Roles: Video Editor | Colorist | Sound Designer | VFX
Client: A Collective Us
Project Type: Narrative Short Film
Industry: Film / Entertainment
A compelling short film about strength, identity, and perseverance, Breathe tells the story of a female boxer training through adversity as she discovers the power of self-worth and resilience. I was responsible for editing, sound design, color grading, and visual effects, helping craft a film that balances grit with grace.
This page features the final short film, a behind-the-scenes look into the post-production process, and visual breakdowns of the creative techniques used to enhance the emotional tone and realism of the story.
Final short film
This timelapse video shows the evolution of the film’s color grade — shaping contrast, enhancing emotion, and establishing tone across different environments.
Color Grading Process
A quick look at my Premiere Pro/Pro Tools timeline showing how layered foley, environmentals, vocal treatment, and score were sculpted into a powerful soundscape.
Sound Design Breakdown
A timelapse showcasing the cleanup of background distractions and invisible enhancements that sharpened visual focus and supported the story. This includes object removal, minor rotoscoping, and environmental polish.