Jack Esterhuizen
- Editor
- Editorial Department
- Additional Crew
Jack Esterhuizen's love for film and television began in the aisles of a video store. His father was friends with the owner, and Jack spent countless hours surrounded by rows of VHS and Beta tapes, mesmerized by the endless possibilities of storytelling.
Jack pursued his love for editing at AFDA, where he earned a BA Honours degree and worked as a teacher's assistant in the television production department. His talent was recognized early on, winning multiple awards for Best Television Production during his studies.
Now an accomplished editor, Jack has won two SAFTAs for Best Achievement in Editing (Room 9, 2014, and End Game, 2015) and received nominations for his work on Isibaya (2017, 2018) and Love Games (2014, AMVCA). His expertise extends to feature films, serving as the First Assembly Editor on Tremors 5 and Tremors 6.
Beyond his local success, Jack has worked on international productions, bringing his keen eye for storytelling to projects that have reached audiences worldwide. His experience spans a range of genres, from high-energy action films to character-driven dramas, collaborating with filmmakers to craft compelling narratives with global appeal.
Jack has also made his mark in the world of reality television, shaping unscripted stories with the same precision and storytelling instinct that define his scripted work. His expertise in pacing, structure, and emotional beats has contributed to the success of several reality TV productions, helping to captivate audiences with dynamic and engaging storytelling.
With a career built on passion, precision, and storytelling, Jack continues to shape compelling narratives through the art of editing.
Jack pursued his love for editing at AFDA, where he earned a BA Honours degree and worked as a teacher's assistant in the television production department. His talent was recognized early on, winning multiple awards for Best Television Production during his studies.
Now an accomplished editor, Jack has won two SAFTAs for Best Achievement in Editing (Room 9, 2014, and End Game, 2015) and received nominations for his work on Isibaya (2017, 2018) and Love Games (2014, AMVCA). His expertise extends to feature films, serving as the First Assembly Editor on Tremors 5 and Tremors 6.
Beyond his local success, Jack has worked on international productions, bringing his keen eye for storytelling to projects that have reached audiences worldwide. His experience spans a range of genres, from high-energy action films to character-driven dramas, collaborating with filmmakers to craft compelling narratives with global appeal.
Jack has also made his mark in the world of reality television, shaping unscripted stories with the same precision and storytelling instinct that define his scripted work. His expertise in pacing, structure, and emotional beats has contributed to the success of several reality TV productions, helping to captivate audiences with dynamic and engaging storytelling.
With a career built on passion, precision, and storytelling, Jack continues to shape compelling narratives through the art of editing.
