The Elephant Room LTD

Film editing · One feature at a time

Shape the cut.
Finish the film.

Picture editing, color, sound, and delivery support for independent features, shorts, and episodes.

Capacity: one feature at a time. Ask for the next opening; the waitlist does not require payment.

C-043 · Produced, directed, edited and color-graded by Demetris Jones
C-043 · Produced, directed, edited and color-graded by Demetris Jones

The difference the work can make

The pause. The reaction. The cut that changes everything.

Editing is where separate moments become an experience. We shape performances, rhythm and clarity so the audience can follow the story—and feel why it matters.

See the C-043 case study ↗
01

Give performances room

Build the rhythm around the choices and reactions that reveal your characters.

02

Make the story readable

Connect scenes with intention, keeping the audience oriented without explaining away the emotion.

03

Choose the right finish

Picture, color, sound and delivery are distinct needs. Select the package that matches your footage and stage.

Published post-production pricing

Choose the finish your film needs.

$1,500 · $750 deposit

First-Film Feature Edit

For a filmmaker's first feature, self-certified. Up to 100 minutes; locked picture, two revisions, basic color, and temp mix. Limited to three clients.

First 3 slots · $750 deposit; $750 balance due on delivery.

Pay after your written scope and availability are confirmed. Service terms

$2,500 · $1,250 deposit

Feature Edit

Up to 100 minutes; locked picture, two revisions, basic color, and temp mix.

$750 · $375 deposit

Short / Episode

Editing for a short film or episode up to 30 minutes.

$750

Color

A dedicated color pass for an edited project.

$750

Sound Cleanup + Mix

Dialogue cleanup and a practical final mix.

$4,500 · $2,250 deposit

Complete Post

Editing, color, sound, and Distribution-Ready delivery.

$3,500 · $1,750 deposit

First-Film Complete

The complete package for a self-certified first feature.

First-Film Feature Edit: 50% to start and 50% on delivery. Other editing packages: 50% to start and 50% at picture lock. Additional revisions: $250 each. The client supplies organized footage, script, and licensed music.