Australian Screen Editors (ASE) was founded in 1995 by a group of Screen Editors who gathered at the Harold Park Hotel in Sydney to discuss working conditions and schedules being badly affected by the perceived efficiencies of the new non-linear editing systems being introduced, and issues arising from the funding bodies dictating crewing.Film Editor Henry Dangar became its first president and Jenny Ward became Vice President. The guild is "dedicated to the pursuit and recognition of excellence in the arts, sciences and technology of motion picture and televisual post production. It aims to promote, improve and protect the role of editor as an essential and significant contributor to all screen productions."ASE: Who we are
The current President of ASE is Scott Walmsley. Immediate past presidents include Danielle Boesenberg, Fiona Strain, Deborah Peart, Dany Cooper, Jason Ballantine, Karen Pearlman, Lindi Harrison and Peter Whitmore. It currently has over 1000 members in all Australian states, predominantly in NSW and Victoria.
Membership Applications for ASE membership are invited from professional screen editors, assistant editors, students of screen editing and associated film industry professionals. Applicants must have a folio of significant editorial work in film and/or television. There are three types of memberships: Full members, associate members and student members. Some notable members such as Jill Bilcock are members of both the Australian Screen Editors and American Cinema Editors. Members are not permitted to use the acronym "ASE" after their names on screen credits until they obtain ASE accreditation.
Accreditation ASE accreditation is like an honorary degree given to members who have made a significant contribution to editing. There are currently 46 accredited members. Accreditation is presented at the annual ASE awards night and are given under the following guidelines.
It is an acknowledgement of a very strong body of work over a period of time. It is given by editing peers and therefore has a high value attached to it. It is an acknowledgement of an editor who has continued to pass on the craft of editing to those who want to learn. It is an acknowledgement of an editor who has continued to work actively in promoting the values of good editing and editing practices.
Guild structure The ASE has an executive committee based in Sydney (New South Wales) and sub committees in Melbourne (Victoria), Brisbane (Queensland), Perth (Western Australia) and Adelaide (South Australia), who meet monthly to discuss issues and organise events such as talks by industry professionals, technical events and screenings.
Resources ASE owns and operates both "Editsearch", an online based bulletin board for ASE members providing information on editorial related jobs, and a mentor scheme, where younger or less experienced members can gain work experience with senior industry professionals. In addition, ASE also provides a wealth of resources such as an online forum, technical articles and information about Australian editing culture as well as the history of editing. A newsletter is also published quarterly and distributed to members.
Awards ASE awards and accreditation nights are held annually in Sydney. Eligible members are presented with their ASE accreditation during this ceremony.
The ASE Award itself is called an "Ellie" and is a crystal rectangle with a corner that has been "cut" off. The front of the award an engraving of an elephant with the winners information engraved on its side. The elephant is a reference to the previous award that was an elephant cast in solid bronze.
It is presented in the following thirteen categories:
Comedy Commercials Documentary & Documentary Series Documentary Feature Drama Drama Feature Drama Short Factual Entertainment Music Video Open Content Reality TV Technical Excellence Trailers & Promos
Complementing the Ellie awards are two Emerging Editor categories that recognise early career practitioners.
Emerging Editor - Student Emerging Editor - Early Career
Best Editing in a Feature Film
Year Title Recipient(s) 2021NitramNick FentonI Met a GirlPhillip HornThe FurnaceMerlin EdenJune AgainMark Warner 2020The Invisible ManAndy CannyHearts and BonesPhillip HornTrue History of the Kelly GangNick FentonUnsoundScott Walmsley 2019Ladies in BlackMark WarnerI Am MotherSean LahiffJudy and PunchDany CooperSequin in a Blue RoomTim Guthrie 2018BreathDany CooperJirgaNikki StevensJungleSean LahiffSweet CountryNick MeyersUpgradeAndy Canny 2017LionAlexandre de FranceschiDance Academy: The MovieGeoffrey LambDon't TellPeter CarrodusHounds of LoveMerlin Eden 2016TannaTania NehmeThe DaughterVeronika JenetGirl AsleepKarryn de CinqueA Month of SundaysKen SallowsRestorationCindy Clarkson 2015Holding the ManDany CooperIs This the Real WorldBen JossOne Eyed GirlDavid NgoPaper PlanesNick Meyers 201452 TuesdaysBryan MasonThe Little DeathChristian GazalThe Railway ManMartin Connor 2013The RocketNick MeyersThe Great GatsbyJason Ballantine, Jonathan RedmondGoddessMark Warner 2012Burning ManMartin ConnorMentalJill BilcockThe SapphiresDany CooperWish You Were HereJason Ballantine2011Oranges and SunshineDany CooperBlameMeredith Watson JeffreyMad BastardsClaire FletcherTomorrow, When the War BeganMarcus D'Arcy2010Beneath Hill 60Dany CooperAnimal KingdomLuke DoolanBaliboNick MeyersBright StarAlexandre de FranceschiCoffin RockAdrian Rostirolla 2009Samson & DelilahRoland GalloisAustraliaDody Dorn, Michael McCuskerBeautiful KateVeronika JenetTwo Fists, One HeartDeborah Peart, Milena Romanin 2008The Painted VeilAlexandre de FrancheschiThe Black BalloonVeronika JenetMen's GroupStuart MorleyRogueJason Ballantine2007Romulus My FatherSuresh AyyarClublandScott GrayLucky MilesHenry DangarWestRoland Gallois 2006CandyDany CooperThe Caterpillar WishJason BallantineThe LibertineJill Bilcock
Best Editing in a Documentary Feature 2014: Once my Mother, Denise Haslem 2013: Show Me The Magic, Scott Walton 2012: Paul Kelly: Stories of Me, Sally Fryer 2011: Girls Own War Stories, Antoinette Ford 2010: My Asian Heart, Andrew Arestides 2009: A Good Man, Nicholas Beauman 2008: The Cars That Ate China, Andrew Arestides 2007: Choir of Hard Knocks, Steve Robinson 2006: Unfolding Florence, Nick Beauman
Best Editing in a Documentary Program 2014: Cronulla Riots – The Day That Shocked the Nation, Melanie Annan 2013: Buckskin, David Banbury 2012: A Law Unto Himself, Andrea Lang
Best Editing in a Documentary Series 2014: Kakadu – Ep 4, Caspar Mazzotti 2013: Desert War Ep 1, ‘Tobruk’, Lawrence Silvestrin 2012: Australian Story, ‘Streets with No Names’, Steven Baras-Miller
Best Editing in Television Drama 2014: Redfern Now: Where the Heart Is, Nicholas Holmes 2013: Devil's Dust Part 2, Katrina Barker 2012: The Slap, Episode 1 ‘Hector’, Mark Atkin 2011: Spirited, Series 1, Episode 2, Martin Connor 2010: Packed to the Rafters, Episode 44, James Manche 2009: Underbelly: A Tale of Two Cities, Episode 4, Deborah Peart 2008: Underbelly, Episode 9, Peter Carrodus 2007: Bastard Boys, Veronika Jenet 2006: The Society Murders, Ken Sallows
Best Editing in a Television Comedy 2014: The Moodys – Ep 1, Paul Swain
Best Editing in Television Factual 2014: Taking on the Chocolate Frog – Ep 1, Marcos Moro 2013: Kings Cross ER, Series 2, Ep 1, Bob Burns 2012: Go Back To Where You Came From, Series 2, Episode 1, Orly Danon 2011: On Trial, Episode 1, Denise Haslem 2010: The Science of Teens, Episode 4: Moods, Fiona Strain 2009: Bondi Vet, Episode 12, Dave Redman 2008: Charlotte & Jordans Runway to LA, Episode 2, Philippa Rowlands 2007: Jamie's Kitchen, Australia, Episode 5, Philippa Rowlands
Best Editing in a Commercial 2014: RACQ ‘Rescue Me’, Sue Schweikert 2013: John West ‘Running with the Bears’, David Whittaker 2012: Volkswagen Tiguan ‘Cross Country’, Drew Thompson 2011: AB ‘3 Year Olds’, Bernard Garry 2010: ANZ ‘The Chase’, Peter Whitmore 2008: Toyota ‘Earth's Greatest 4WD’, Drew Thompson
Best Editing in a Music Video 2014: Belle Roscoe ‘Let Me Cut in’, Scott Walmsley 2013: ‘Come into My Head’ Kimbra, John Gavin 2012: Angus Stone ‘Bird on the Buffalo’, Peter Barton 2011: Schvendes ‘Lay the Noose’, Matt Osborne 2010: The Thomas Oliver Band ‘Goin’ Home’, Katie Hinsen
Best Editing in a Short film Year Title Recipient(s) 2014Godel IncompleteGwendalina SputoreRabbitPatrick McCabeI am EmmanuelAdrian RostirollaThe LandingDerryn Watts 2013No QuarterAlexandre GuterresTimeScott WalmsleyAll God's CreaturesKelly Cameron & Mary Elizabeth HutsonCargoShannon Longville2012The WildingAnthony CoxDave's DeadAnnabelle JohnsonPeekabooKatie FlaxmanSpineMelanie Annan 2011Something FishyMelanie AnnanFully FamousBrad HurtKissDanielle BoesenbergOstia – La Notte FinaleAdrian Chiarella 2010The Love Song of Iskra PrufrockAdrian ChiarellaDrivenFiona StrainDrowningAdrian RosirollaEntanglement TheoryKaren Pearlman2009BleedersZen RosenthalPlasticAnn Foo & Vladimir JovičićSaltLindi Harrison & Ingunn JordansenBoundlessChristopher Mill 2008The Ground BeneathAdrian RostirollaJerrycanJack HutchingsFourZen RosenthalA Natural TalentKatrina Barker200725 centsRichard GreenhalghMeditations on a NamePeter CrombieLen's Love StoryJodie GallacherPension DayTrevor Holcomb2006BrotherHayley LakeA Message From FallujahAdam WillsSexy ThingMilena RomaninVendJC Frugaard
Best Editing in Open Content 2014: Canon, Jessica Mutascio 2013: Fragments of Friday Ep 5, Ann Foo 2012: Event Zero, Episode 4, Julian Harvey
Accreditations 2014: Karin Steininger 2013: Christopher Branagan, Deborah Peart
Lifetime Membership Award 2014: Nicholas Beauman 2013: Mike Honey
See also American Cinema Editors
External links Official Website of the ASE
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