Aimie Burns
Fletcher,NC
Summary
Dynamic Senior Producer/Editor with a proven track record at Discovery Education, excelling in creative direction and cross-functional leadership. Spearheaded innovative projects, optimizing budgets and enhancing workflow efficiency. Ability to translate complex subjects into engaging narratives, driving high-visibility deliverables that resonate with diverse audiences.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Producer/ Editor
Discovery Education
09.2019 - Current
- Lead creative strategy and end-to-end production for educational, marketing, and brand storytelling initiatives supporting global clients and partners.
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams including editors, designers, motion artists, and field crews.
- Direct in-house and on-location shoots, ensuring creative excellence and smooth operations.
- Developed and delivered concepts for dozens of projects annually, aligning with client goals.
- Partner with stakeholders to shape messaging, creative direction, and audience experience.
- Translated complex technical and educational subjects into engaging content that enhances audience understanding.
- Introduced AI-enabled tools and workflow innovations to increase speed and scale.
- Launched company-wide media asset management system, establishing metadata standards for streamlined access.
Senior Producer/ Editor
Rock Creek Productions, Inc
07.2007 - 09.2019
- Produced and directed award-winning documentary Peace Through Education: Stealing the Light.
- Led creative vision and client communication from concept to launch, fostering collaboration and ensuring project alignment with client objectives.
- Managed all phases of production: strategy, scripting, budgeting, scheduling, field production, post-production, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with client goals.
- Directed crews and talent across small agile shoots and large-scale productions.
- Produced content for broadcast, digital campaigns, and live events, enhancing audience engagement and brand visibility.
- Led full-cycle production for corporate, government, nonprofit, and commercial clients.
Creative Lead
FUSE
Hendersonville, NC
06.2012 - 01.2017
- Directed international rebranding production in London, delivering impactful results within a tight 5-day turnaround.
- Created video-led campaigns that strengthened organizational identity and fundraising impact.
- Led nonprofit team in creating mission-driven campaigns and compelling brand storytelling that enhanced community engagement.
- Managed small crews, overseeing all creative and logistical aspects to ensure seamless project execution.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies, Film Studies
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05-2005
Bachelor of Science - Technical Photography
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05-2005
Skills
- Production management
- Content strategy
- Creative direction
- Experiential storytelling
- Budget optimization
- Workflow design
- Cross-functional leadership
- Stakeholder partnership
- Team leadership
- High-visibility projects
Selected Impact
- Led dozens of multi-stakeholder productions annually serving Fortune 500 and government clients
- Designed and implemented an enterprise Media Asset Management system improving discoverability and cross-team efficiency
- Directed productions ranging from lean 2-person crews to 100+ talent environments
- Delivered national broadcast and award-winning documentary content
- Integrated AI tools and automation into creative workflows to increase speed and scalability
- Trusted partner to creative, marketing, product, and executive teams to bring complex initiatives to life
Tools And Technology
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Premiere Pro
- After Effects
- DaVinci Resolve
- Avid
- Media Asset Management Systems
- AI-enabled production tools
- DSLR/Cinema cameras
- Lighting & audio systems
Affiliations
- National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences – Southeast
- Former President, AdClub WNC
- Former Board President, The Mountain Community School
Video Project Samples
https://vimeo.com/showcase/12015586
password: AimieReel
Additional samples available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Producer/ Editor
Discovery Education
09.2019 - Current
Creative Lead
FUSE
06.2012 - 01.2017
Senior Producer/ Editor
Rock Creek Productions, Inc
07.2007 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies, Film Studies
Appalachian State University
Bachelor of Science - Technical Photography
Appalachian State University