Grant Duff
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
I am a video editor with strong skills for creating engaging social media content. My expertise lies in video editing and content curation, with a deep understanding of current social media trends. I excel in working under tight deadlines, am data-driven, and thrive in a social-first environment. I'm passionate about my work and strive to make videos that have a deep impact.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Video Artist
Pretty Damn Sweet
05.2023 - Current
- Executed end-to-end editing for various video formats, including news, educational, and commercial content.
- Edited content for multiple platforms (TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter) to maximize online engagement.
- Optimized video pacing and employed trending audio and captivating hooks for audience engagement.
- Applied best practices for social media formats across TikTok, IG static posts, IG Reels, and Facebook/YouTube videos and stayed updated on latest social media trends and design tools.
- Continually pushed creative boundaries to deliver innovative, on-trend content that resonated with our audience.
- Regularly analyzed performance of produced content and adapted style accordingly.
- Actively contributed ideas for content formats and engagement strategies based on current social trends.
Multimedia Specialist
VHC Medical Brigade
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Filmed, produced, and edited videos, including promotional content, event highlights, short documentaries, and educational material, using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.
- Designed and executed social media strategy for LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Youtube.
- Created engaging advertisements for Facebook and Google Ads, utilizing graphics, animations, and video content to drive traffic and increase conversions
- Produced short-form video content optimized for social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn, that helped increase social media engagement and grow non-profit's online presence
- Produced high-quality graphics and edited pictures for use on website and social media platforms, utilizing Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to create visually appealing and informative content
- Designed and developed company website from scratch, utilizing HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to create visually appealing and user-friendly interface.
Video Editor
Self-employed
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Provided expert video editing services for a diverse range of clients across various industries, including corporate, educational, and non-profit organizations, utilizing Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro to create visually compelling and engaging video content.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their video editing needs and objectives, ensuring that the final product met their expectations while staying within budget and timeline constraints.
- Managed post-production workflows, including video editing, color grading, sound mixing, and delivery, ensuring that final content was optimized for various platforms and devices, including social media, websites, and broadcast television.
Communications Intern
Refugee Rights Turkey
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Developed and executed communication strategies to increase awareness of refugee rights in Turkey, utilizing social media, newsletters, and other digital channels to disseminate informative and engaging content
- Conducted research on refugee-related issues and developments in Turkey, producing reports and briefs to inform policy and advocacy efforts of organization
- Coordinated events and campaigns aimed at promoting rights and well-being of refugees.
Education
BA in International Studies/Minor in Journalism & Mass Comms -
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM01.2020
Skills
- Video Editing
- Motion Graphics and Animation
- Audio Editing
- Formatting
- Music Composition
- Color Grading
- Superb Attention to Detail
- 2D Design
- DaVinci Resolve
- Adobe Photoshop
Websites
Languages
Turkish
Limited Working
Arabic
Limited Working
Timeline
Junior Video Artist
Pretty Damn Sweet
05.2023 - Current
Multimedia Specialist
VHC Medical Brigade
05.2022 - 08.2023
Communications Intern
Refugee Rights Turkey
09.2021 - 01.2022
Video Editor
Self-employed
01.2020 - 05.2022
BA in International Studies/Minor in Journalism & Mass Comms -
University of New Mexico
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