IYE COAKLEY
Lithonia,GA
Summary
Video Editor and Creative Director with extensive experience in producing engaging branded and narrative content. Proven ability to lead creative teams, manage post-production workflows, and deliver impactful content across platforms, including TikTok and Instagram. Expertise in short-form storytelling, motion graphics, and enhancing brand visibility.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO & Co-Founder
UPSTART VERTICALS
Atlanta, GA
11.2025 - Current
- Led creative direction and content strategy, enhancing engagement for vertical storytelling platform.
- Oversaw post-production and social content across TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and Facebook, driving audience growth.
- Directed freelance editors, designers, and content producers, aligning brand and visual strategy with overall goals.
Co-Founder & Executive Video Producer
PAX MEDIA LLC
Atlanta, GA
08.2021 - Current
- Co-founded video production company, overseeing projects from production to final delivery, ensuring alignment with client vision.
- Led creative teams and managed revisions to uphold quality and brand consistency across all deliverables.
- Edited client projects, enhancing narrative and promotional content through effective use of color, sound, graphics, and B-roll.
Video Editor & Videographer
FREELANCE
Remote
05.2025 - 08.2026
- Edited diverse video content including commercials, promotions, weddings, events, and social media to meet client needs.
- Repurposed long-form footage into high-retention 9:16 Reels, TikToks, and YouTube Shorts.
- Managed post-production processes, enhancing audio, graphics, captions, and revisions for polished final exports.
Photographer & Videographer
REAL ESTATE MEDIA
Atlanta, GA
05.2023 - 01.2025
- Produced professional photography and video that enhanced visual appeal of residential real estate listings.
- Managed capture, editing, color correction, and delivery, ensuring high-quality results within 24-48 hour turnarounds.
- Captured high-quality real estate images using professional photography equipment.
- Edited and retouched photos to enhance visual appeal and clarity.
- Collaborated with real estate agents to understand property features and requirements.
Social Media Manager
COURIAL
Remote
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Created social video assets and managed content strategy, enhancing brand visibility and engagement.
- Developed engaging social media content aligned with brand messaging and objectives.
- Managed social media accounts across multiple platforms for effective audience engagement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create integrated marketing campaigns.
Video Editing & Production Intern
MOUNTAIN TOP PRODUCTIONS
Atlanta, GA
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Supported editors in managing multi-camera footage, creating rough cuts, syncing audio, organizing media, and preparing final deliveries.
- Assisted production team in daily operations and workflow management.
- Operated various production equipment and tools safely and efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion.
Skills
- Videography
- Content editing
- Post-Production Workflows
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- After Effects
- Photoshop
- Multi-Cam Editing
- B-Roll
- Color grading
- Sound Design
- Motion Graphics
- Captions
- Social Media Content
Editing Reel
Editing Reel
Timeline
CEO & Co-Founder
UPSTART VERTICALS
11.2025 - Current
Video Editor & Videographer
FREELANCE
05.2025 - 08.2026
Photographer & Videographer
REAL ESTATE MEDIA
05.2023 - 01.2025
Social Media Manager
COURIAL
03.2022 - 05.2023
Co-Founder & Executive Video Producer
PAX MEDIA LLC
08.2021 - Current
Video Editing & Production Intern
MOUNTAIN TOP PRODUCTIONS
05.2021 - 08.2022