Stephen Elliott Rivkin (born May 5, 1955) is an American film editor and music video director. He is best known for his editing work on the Pirates of the Caribbean film series as well as his work with director James Cameron as an editor on Avatar, for which he was nominated for an Academy Award. Rivkin has edited three films for director Norman Jewison; Rivkin has worked extensively with director Gore Verbinski. Rivkin is an elected member of the American Cinema Editors and currently serves as the president of the organization. He was also associate producer on two films.

Early life and career

Rivkin's career started in 1976 on the short film, Ain't We Having Fun?. Rivkin graduated in 1975 from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design.

Personal life

Rivkin's brothers are Richard Share and musicians Bobby Z. and David Z. He is married to Dina Morrone.

Selected filmography

Music videos

Awards and nominations