About Evan Nowack
Evan Nowack, a Southern Californian native based in Orange County, emerges as a multifaceted force in filmmaking, boasting a rich repertoire as a film editor and sound designer. Currently navigating the nuanced landscapes of a Film and Television BFA program at Chapman University—renowned as the #4 American film school according to the Hollywood Reporter—an early fascination with storytelling and cinematic creation marks Evan's journey.
Evan is currently a post-production intern with the Television Academy Foundation at Geiger Post, where he is gaining hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of online post-production. He supports the team on high-profile projects by working within Avid Media Composer, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, and NEXIS server environments, developing a deep understanding of post-production workflows and delivery standards.
Previously, Evan interned at Blumhouse Productions, where he collaborated with the post-production team to organize and manage assets, maintain efficient editing workflows, and facilitate clear communication between post-production teams to meet tight deadlines for Blumhouse’s feature films. His responsibilities also included assisting in quality control processes by reviewing deliverables, contributing to stock footage research, and participating in VFX review sessions, all while honing technical expertise in Avid Media Composer, ProTools, and DaVinci Resolve.
Evan's cinematic odyssey began at 7, crafting Lego videos and iMovie trailers, a creative spark that ignited a lifelong passion. His journey into the world of editing commenced at 12, as he delved into the intricacies of Final Cut Pro, later mastering Adobe Premiere in high school. Today, Evan expertly navigates Premiere and DaVinci Resolve for editing and ProTools for sound designing in stereo, 5.1, and Dolby Atmos, seamlessly intertwining technical prowess with an intuitive understanding of the filmmaker's art.
Beyond the confines of filmmaking, Evan is a polymath with a penchant for diverse interests. His love for landscape photography is evident in his ability to capture the essence of the world around him. A practitioner of Transcendental Meditation, Evan finds solace and inspiration in mindfulness practices. His vocal talents extend beyond the cinematic realm, and he boasts proficiency in various dialects, celebrity impersonations, and the art of beatboxing.