Robert B. Jorissen
Editor
Employment History
| 1997-present | Freelance Editor |
| 1995-1997 | Senior Editor-Modern Digital Post (Seattle, WA) |
| 1990-1995 | Senior Editor-KTCA Public Television (St. Paul, MN) |
| 1984-1990 | Editor-Northwest Teleproductions (Minneapolis, MN) |
A more complete vitae of my work with awards, references,
client lists and related professional experience is also available.
Married in America 2 (Feature Length Documentary)– Lead Editor
This film, by director Michael Apted, is the second in a continuing series. Fashioned after his famous Seven-Up documentaries, this film follows nine couples. They share with us the joys, obstacles, insights and surprises of the ongoing relationship known as marriage.
Been Rich All My Life (Documentary, currently in theatrical release)– Co-Editor
Ninety-year-old tap dancers, former showgirls in 1930’s Harlem, still perform to standing ovations, sassy as they ever were. Following the troupe over two years, the doc takes us intimately into the lives of these five vital, feisty women.
Vis-à-vis: Native Tongues - Editor
Two Indigenous performance artists, an Australian and an American, meet for the first time via satellite. A one-hour program produced for PBS and International distribution.
Wade Davis, A Charmed Life - Editor
A Biography of Wade Davis, real life ‘Indiana Jones’ and Explorer-in-Residence at the National Geographic Society. A one-hour program produced for National Geographic TV.
Ethics and the World Crisis: A Dialogue with the Dalai Lama – Editor
Highlights an extraordinary conference at New York’s Town Hall that brings together the Dalai Lama with renowned journalists, economists, environmentalist and politicians in a discussion of the ethical dilemmas of the new millennium.
Master Classes in the Michael Chekhov Technique - Editor
A six-hour DVD heralded in academic journals: “The nature and scope of this work is a unique contribution to the study, not only of Michael Chekhov, but the art of acting itself." " The workshop classes have been edited with great care and sensitivity to both the material and to maintain high production values."
Over 35 Feature Length and Short Form Documentaries, including:
Ballot Measure 9 - Editor, Associate Producer
Documentary on civil and human rights issues. Awarded the Sundance Film Festival Audience Award and the Berlin Film Festival Teddy Bear (Journalist) Award. Theatrically released in 1995. Aired nationally on Cinemax & the Sundance Channel.
Diary: Black Minnesotans - Editor
One of a series of documentaries for PBS, exploring issues concerning people of color. Regional Emmy award winner for editing.
The Great Flood of 1993 - Editor
A one-hour documentary produced for the PBS series, Nova.
The Dakota Conflict - Editor
The Story of an incident formerly known as the Sioux Uprising of 1862. For PBS.
Toys – Editor, Amy - Editor, Co-Producer
One of three short works produced for PBS, in collaboration with the artisan subjects.
Sticky Shoes - Editor
A theatrical policy trailer.
A Dozen Feature Length and Short Form Fictional Works, including:
The Simian Line (Independent Feature) - Editor
Romantic comedy with all-star cast including Lynn Redgrave, William Hurt, Tyne Daly, Eric Stoltz and Harry Connick Jr. Shot in Panavision. Released theatrically in the fall of 2001.
Butter – Editor
Short narrative about two girls who are just plane bored one Saturday morning.
The Occupant (Short Subject) - Associate Editor
A dramatic piece about two brothers (one autistic) and their Brooklyn landlord.
Television Series include:
Half hour comedy series for Bravo. Featuring comedian Reno. The series depicts the inseparability of her everyday life and her comedy.
Alive TV
A series presenting short subject pieces by international artists. Nationally syndicated on PBS.
Newton's Apple - Co-Principal Editor
An Emmy award winning science series. Nationally syndicated on PBS.
