Kristen O'Hare

Video Editor

Los Angeles, California, United States

About

Video editor with over 6 years of experience creating online content for a multitude of clients and organizations. Proficient in Premiere Pro and skilled in creating short-form content for social media and other digital platforms such as YouTube and Snapchat. I am known to take initiative and jump into any task with minimal guidance. I have a passion for bringing stories to life and working with a community of people who support and engage in the creative process.

Experience

  • Video Editor at Smosh
    Mar 2025 - Present · 1 yr 4 mos

    Editor for Smosh Main, Smosh Pit, Smosh Games, and Smosh Cast; I work directly with Producers and Directors to execute their vision and give audiences content they will enjoy. I have helped develop the tone and gameplay graphics for the newest series, Duo You Know Your Duo on the Smosh Pit channel - having released 6 episodes to date with each garnering millions of views. Through my work at Smosh I have been able to collaborate with brands such as The Op Games, Warner Bros. Games, and Big Potato Games and I have had the pleasure of working on tentpole shows such as the reality show, Wheel You Be Mine.

  • Freelance Video Editor at vidIQ
    Feb 2025 - Present · 1 yr 5 mos

    I edit episodes of the vidIQ podcast (both audio and video versions); sourcing b-roll, creating visually entertaining hooks and intros, and providing an entertaining visual and audio experience for the audience.

  • Freelance Video Editor (Brat TV) at ZATV
    Jan 2025 - Mar 2025 · 3 mos

    Edited the first four episodes of a new YouTube show, Junior's Cafe. Responsible for story cut, color, graphics, and sound. Implemented feedback and notes from Director, Producers, and team.

  • Electric Monster (Los Angeles, California, United States · Remote)
    • Lead Editor - YouTube
      Mar 2023 - Jul 2024 · 1 yr 5 mos

      Lead YouTube editor, collaborating with producers, post-supervisors, and assistant editors to efficiently and creatively deliver multiple 20 minute episodes on a weekly basis.

    • Lead Editor - Snapchat
      Mar 2022 - Mar 2023 · 1 yr 1 mo

      Lead Snapchat editor for the Try Not To channel, delivering multiple videos/episodes weekly

  • Video Editor at The Sleep with Sam Howard Show
    Jul 2023 - Jan 2024 · 7 mos

    Working directly with Host and Producer, Sam Howard, to deliver a full season of her talk show, The Sleep with Sam Howard Show, all about sleeping healthier and being awake happier. Responsibilities include: Editing three, 22-minute episodes Editing daily promos and creating fundraising content for social media Planning and organizing the promotional schedule and timeline in conjunction with Sam Howard https://www.sleepwithsamhoward.com/