An industry veteran with decades of experience across many markets, Vee joins Whitehouse after 11 years at Gramercy Park Studios. She co-founded Gramercy Park Studios in London in 2013, before moving to New York to open the studio’s NYC outpost in 2017. Prior to her time there, Pinot worked at Noughte Films, Hogarth Worldwide, and Problem Child Studios, which she also co-founded.
Vee has teamed with agencies including Ogilvy, BBH, Grey, and VML and worked with esteemed directors such as Martin Werner, Matt Rhodes, Manny Bonnet, and Aoife McArdle. An energetic editor whose work moves and flows with inherent rhythm, Vee’s 17 years of classical dance training is evident in her work for top brands like Coca-Cola, Heinz, British Heart Foundation, Betfair and Mazda. In addition to commercial work, Vee has cut short films, music videos, and longer form content, and her work has been honored at festivals including Cannes, Emmys, British Arrows, Creative Circle, and the UK MVAs.
Vee loves to edit on set whenever the project permits and draws a surprising career parallel to editing. “My goal is to bring my personality into all the work, make it stand out, make it relevant,” says Vee. Like a scientist, I love to experiment and be inspired by the unexpected.” On joining Whitehouse, Vee felt at home from the first conversation. “The people and the highly creative work of editors I have looked up to my entire career drew me,” she says. “I have followed the careers of editors including Heidi Black, Adam Marshall, and Russell Icke for many years and felt inspired. I felt that Whitehouse shares the same values and puts creativity and craft at the forefront.”
“We’ve had our eye on Vee for a little while, admiring her work from afar,” says Whitehouse Executive Producer Ryan Smith. “From the moment we met in person, she felt like family. We just knew we wanted to be a part of her journey, so I’m delighted she’s joining us. With Vee’s wealth of talent, knowledge and experience, I’m excited to see what we conjure up together. I can’t wait!”
See Vee's work reel here: https://whitehousepost.com/editors/vee-pinot/reel/
A Bold Depiction of The Immigrant Struggle and The Cost of The American Dream
Carmona Pictures, a New York-based production company, proudly announces that Chisel, the short film written and directed by Julissa Scopino, has been selected as an official entry at the 2024 Chelsea Film Festival. The film, which powerfully explores the immigrant experience, will screen at the prestigious event, held from October 16-20 at Regal Theaters Union Square in New York City. In Chisel, a jobless teenage immigrant desperately seeks employment, only to be met with cold indifference from fellow laborers on a street corner who are also desperately looking for work. Isolated and longing to fit in, he faces a moral crossroads: follow the right path or get involved in a risky opportunity that promises quick success. The film offers a raw and urgent portrayal of the immigrant struggle, addressing labor exploitation, inequality, and the harsh realities of chasing the American dream. The film's main character is portrayed by actor Nico Bustamante (Riverdale, Gotti, and Bel Canto), who brings an emotional depth and authenticity to the role, capturing the internal struggle and desperation of his character. Chisel draws its power from Scopino’s sharp directorial vision and her dedication to illuminating this untold story of the Latino labor community. Influenced by cinematic giants like Vittorio De Sica (The Bicycle Thief) and Martin Scorsese (Gangs of New York), Scopino captures the emotional and physical toll of working-class life in an unforgiving system. "This film resonates profoundly with me as I witness the pervasive struggles in our New York City streets, where individuals grapple with challenges ranging from theft and violence to homelessness and unemployment," states Scopino. "The impact of inflation has... Read More