Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Baxter Stapleton

Baxter Stapleton

San Francisco,CA

Summary

Experienced video producer and operational leader with over 10 years experience of driving end-to-end production strategy, partner management, and scalable content systems across global creative campaigns. Skilled in aligning creative direction with production operations to deliver high-impact video across corporate communications, product marketing, and internal messaging. Adept at managing vendors, building production frameworks, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver consistent, high-quality content at scale. Passionate about building content that elevates brand identity and connects with audiences across platforms.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Video Producer and Editor

Baxter Stapleton
08.2012 - Current
  • Directed and produced video content for global brands (Apple, HBO, Honest Co., Disney on Broadway)
  • Built scalable content systems for international distribution and multi-format delivery
  • Designed production standards, creative briefs, budget protocols, and partner onboarding guides
  • Managed vendor contracts and coordinated timelines across multiple teams and deliverables
  • Created educational and promotional videos used for internal training, product launches, and brand campaigns

Video Producer and Editor

BC Ventures
06.2024 - Current
  • Lead video operations for high-growth media brand with 1.5M+ subscribers
  • Scaled short-form content output; optimized editing pipelines and performance metrics
  • Created and managed workflows that added 120K new subscribers through video strategy
  • Cinematography, photography, editing, color grading, audio mixing, and final delivery for content across channels (web, broadcast, social)

Video Director

L.A. Dance Project
03.2023 - 06.2024
  • Enhanced video production quality by implementing innovative filming techniques and equipment.
  • Managed and directed a live multi-camera setup using wireless transmission to achieve unique visual storytelling.
  • Championed creative vision from concept to completion, resulting in a cohesive final product that effectively communicated clients'' intended messaging.
  • Managed union teams in world class venues including the Walt Disney Concert Hall.

Creative Content Producer

will.i.am
05.2013 - 12.2017
  • Oversaw video content operations for product and campaign launches; managed production for retail partner Apple
  • Led day to day studio operations, collaborating with cross-functional teams across music, fashion, and tech verticals
  • Co-producer and cinematographer for global music video premiere across Apple Store network

Creative Producer

Thread International
04.2013 - 11.2014
  • Filmed and edited branded content for brands like Coca-Cola, Fergie, and the i.am.angel Foundation
  • Developed scalable workflows and editorial systems for a team of 4 editors

Member Services Manager

Five Seasons Family Sports Club
05.2006 - 08.2012
  • Hired, trained and managed a team of 20 staff members to enhance the experience for members at the private sports club facility

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Wright State University
Dayton, Ohio
05.2011

Skills

  • Video Ops & Systems: Scalable Workflow Design, Cross-Functional Coordination, Budget & Timeline Oversight
  • Production Tools: Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Da Vinci Resolve, Photoshop, Lightroom, Capture One, Frameio, Google Workspace
  • Creative Strategy: Storyboarding, Scriptwriting, Motion Integration, Narrative Direction
  • On-Set Gear: Lighting, Cameras, Audio, and Grip equipment
  • Vendor & Partner Management: Contracting, Scoping, International Production Coordination
  • Quality Control: Brand Guidelines, Asset Delivery, Format Optimization

Accomplishments

  • Designed and implemented scalable video production workflows used by brands like Apple, HBO, Carnival Cruise Line and the Honest Company
  • Built and managed vendor networks across international markets; oversaw productions in the U.S., Australia, Nigeria, UAE, and Singapore
  • Co-Produced & Premiered music video in 500+ Apple Stores globally, contributing to a 20% increase in sales
  • Managed short-form video operations and editorial strategy for 1.5M-subscriber channel with 3M+ weekly views, adding 120K new subscribers via reels
  • MTV VMA Winner – “Best Social Impact Video” (Taboo feat. Shailene Woodley); 300M+ total views across music video portfolio
  • Developed content for performance marketing, product tutorials, brand campaigns, and internal communications

Certification

  • MTV VMA Winner, “Fight the System” – Best Social Impact Video
  • Webby Award Winner, “Experimental Music Interface”
  • TEDx Speaker, “Flexing Your Empathy Muscle”

Timeline

Video Producer and Editor

BC Ventures
06.2024 - Current

Video Director

L.A. Dance Project
03.2023 - 06.2024

Creative Content Producer

will.i.am
05.2013 - 12.2017

Creative Producer

Thread International
04.2013 - 11.2014

Senior Video Producer and Editor

Baxter Stapleton
08.2012 - Current

Member Services Manager

Five Seasons Family Sports Club
05.2006 - 08.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Wright State University