Sharon Shen - Film Editor & Assistant Editor
Based in LA

Sharon is a cinematic visionary with an analytical heart, seamlessly bridging the realms of visual storytelling and sociological insight. A UCLA graduate, she has merged her passion for Sociology and Film into a distinct approach to narrative creation, characterized by empathy and depth.
Having earned her MFA in Editing from the American Film Institute, Sharon continues to pursue stories that resonate with authenticity and substance. She has edited over a dozen narrative shorts, including a project for the AFI Directing Workshop for Women (DWW+), and has received multiple awards for her impactful work. Sharon’s storytelling brings nuanced perspectives on identity and resilience and explores complex themes with fresh perspectives and emotional resonance.
Education
Awards
2022 - 2024
American Film Institute | Film Editing MFA
2024
"The Good Mother" - Screamfest Horror Film Festival
2021 - 2022
Chapman University | Film Editing MFA
2024
"Martha, Martha" - Zions Indie Film Fest (ZIFF)
2016 - 2020
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Minor in Film
2024
2024
"Diana" - Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival
"Made in USA" - LA Shorts International FIlm Festival
2022
"Eggman" - Cannes Short Film Corner 2023