The talented ADS editors, colorists and sound mixers professionally edit your content, from raw footage to final master. We use the tools that are best suited for your project at your direction. Our editors can assist with everything from a simple reformat to a complex finish. See the team below and tour the facility in person or virtually.
Discover our expert finishing team, specializing in transforming your raw footage into a polished final product. With a tailored approach, we utilize the best tools for your project, guided by your vision. From quick reformatting to intricate finishing, our editors deliver exceptional results. Learn about the team by clicking their pictures below and explore our state-of-the-art facility in person or online.
Dirk’s reputation, expertise and adaptability has given him the opportunity to finish hundreds of projects consisting of theatrical marketing, documentaries, game shows, independent feature films, cooking shows, commercials and unscripted reality shows. Notable recent series work includes Rock the Block (HGTV), The Real Housewives of Miami (Bravo), The Real Housewives of Orange County (Bravo), Botched (E!) and Married to Medicine (Bravo/Peacock). Dirk began his career when he studied photography at Brooks Institute in Santa Barbara, where his passion for visuals merged with his love of electronics and audio-visual technology. He honed his skills as an online/finishing editor over many years at several LA post-production facilities including WoodHolly Productions, CCI Digital, and ADS where he developed and applied cutting edge technology and workflows.
Dirk excels at interfacing with clients and adapting technologies for the modern era to meet defined customer expectations through each step of every project. At the end of the day, his goal is simple: A Happy Client.
Larry’s career started at ZAP Studios and then progressed to working with Thom Beers at Original Productions on reality TV shows such as Ice Road Truckers and Deadliest Catch. Larry joined ADS in 2020, handling post-production audio mixing and sound design, and he still regularly explores music composing, music mixing, and music video editing.
Larry is involved in the ongoing evolution of audio technology. He explores AI and Atmos mixing in audio finishing, demonstrating their potential. He has utilized AI in shows such as Rock the Block on HGTV, The Real Housewives of Miami and Married to Medicine, now on Peacock and Bravo.
By a young age, Kit had expanded his expertise in post-production by diving deep into the technical side of the industry. He honed his online and color skills in commercial and marketing content before moving into feature VFX & titling and eventually episodic television. Along the way, Kit was employed as the lead colorist for the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN), where he worked until 2019. He also had roles at Runway, Wildwood, and Atlas before joining ADS.
Kit thrives on discovering and mastering new tools. His impressive credits include Press Your Luck (ABC/Hulu) and multiple seasons of Married to Medicine (Bravo). One of his standout projects was Jurassic World Chaos Theory (Netflix), where he applied rich, dark, theatrical color timing inspired by 70s and 80s aesthetics.
Dedicated to making clients and their work shine, Kit takes immense pride in helping projects look their absolute best and seeing his efforts displayed for all to enjoy.
Our state-of-the-art color correction suites combined with our experienced staff can take any file or element and weave it into a work of art. We use the latest DaVinci Resolve color systems to ensure true color timing and support all formats including HDR, Dolby Vision, UHD and HD.
Restoration | Color Grading | Color Correction | SD/HD to 4K Upconversion | Dolby Vision Encoding
Mix and conform in Dolby Atmos, 5.1 or fold-down, M & E augmentation, and restorative cleanup are available to accompany any video content or as a stand-alone service. We work with our customers and tailor services to meet your needs and budget. Utilizing Sound Mixing Pro Tools.
Re-Recording/Mixing | Sound Effects | Sound Restoration | Voice Over
From raw footage through to a final master in HD or advanced media formats, our creative team and seasoned editors can conform, localize, edit and version your content using the tools that are best suited for your project. Let our talented staff can assist in everything ranging from a simple reformat to complex finishing. We’ll work on our own or together in-house to partner on projects and get you exactly what you need. Utilizing editorial tools like Avid, Adobe Premiere, and Final Cut Pro.
Green screen composites | Blurs | Text and Titles | Continuity Repair | Effects
Our master quality control team focuses on ensuring your content meets the highest standards before it reaches your audience. We perform technical checks on color accuracy, provide audio leveling, expert brightness, contrast, and consistency checks, and our services include adjustment for different formats such as Dolby Vision – 4K HDR Ready. Our Master QC ranges from simple spot checks through to full scale reporting, indexing details with time stamps and comments from our experienced technical engineers to ensure that your content is distribution ready – whatever your needs. This service can be done locally in one of our two locations, Stamford, CT or Long Angeles, CA.
Archive & Serviceable Master Creation: IMF, ProRes, SD, HD, 4K and UHD (HDR/SDR) Features, Series/Episodic (Scripted, Unscripted, Reality), Documentaries/Docuseries Marketing Campaigns (Trailers, Promos, Next-Ons, Previously-Ons, BTS, etc.)
Feature Film & Television Content Upconversion & Restoration
DCP Mastering
QC Options*: 100% Full Linear QC with report, Dolby Vision/Atmos, High Volume/Managed Cost, Standards Compliance Validation, Localization, Metadata, Spot-Check, etc., across all requirements
Comprehensive Service Standards
Boutique, tailored and proactive collaboration facilitating high volume complex projects on down -to- Everyone is involved, from Client Support through Operations and IT to address each
Open communication and feedback loops are maintained to ensure your needs are continuously met
White Glove Service
Some projects demand even more. We offer a white glove service when required, including off-hour schedules and support
Response Time Excellence
We prioritize swift response times to issues and inquiries, adhering to industry best practices for timely support and assistance
Certified Gold member of the MPA’s Trusted Partner Network | Dolby Vision Certified Facility