Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Work
Editor Samples
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Taylor Blaylock

Sugar Hill,GA

Summary

Creativity and storytelling, technology and trailblazing, learning and collaborating, processes and efficiency – these things are the heartbeat of motivation. Video editing has been a professional pursuit for more than ten years, including five years of overseeing other editors. Learning new ways to make Editing faster and easier is a profound passion, only equal to sharing those insights with fellow editors.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Production

REMEDY
09.2022 - 12.2023
  • Primary point of contact for clients during production, ensuring their needs and feedback are effectively communicated to the production team.
  • Oversaw the end-to-end production process, from concept to final delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
  • Delivered high-quality video content for various marketing campaigns, driving brand awareness and customer engagement.
  • Streamlined communication between departments, fostering a collaborative work environment that maximized productivity.
  • Championed creative brainstorming sessions to generate fresh ideas for client projects, consistently exceeding expectations.

Director of Post Production

REMEDY
10.2018 - 09.2023
  • Managed all Post Production projects simultaneously, overseeing multiple editors' projects, while also operating as a Senior Editor.
  • Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining post-production workflows and implementing new software tools.
  • Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on best practices in post-production techniques and technologies.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Maintained clear communication with clients throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment on objectives and expectations.

Senior Video Editor

REMEDY
05.2018 - 10.2018
  • Lead Editor for all agency work, including sound mixing, color correction/grading, and motion graphics/animation.
  • Collaborate with Producers and Directors to ensure creative vision is achieved
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines
  • Research and stay up-to-date on industry trends and technology

Commercial Director & Associate Wedding Director

Light Cannon Films
01.2017 - 05.2018
  • Oversee all commercial productions from pre-production to final product
  • Develop editing templates/processes for consistency across all employees
  • Train new employees on second shooting and multiple editing processes
  • Organize and compile footage from multiple cameras to edit and develop creative wedding film

Videographer & Editor

Light Cannon Films
11.2015 - 01.2017
  • Assisted with preparation, setup, and breakdown of wedding shoots
  • Responsible for live operation of cameras and recording systems
  • Organized compilation of footage from multiple cameras for Director
  • Edited wedding ceremony and reception portions of wedding films

Education

North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC

Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC

Skills

  • Video Editing
  • Animation and Motion Graphics
  • Color Grading
  • Audio Mixing/Sound Design
  • Story Development
  • Post-production Supervision
  • Teaching/Training Staff
  • Directing
  • Team Leadership
  • Strong Organization and Process Implementation
  • Proficient Post Production Software Knowledge (Adobe Suite, Davinci Resolve)

Volunteer Work

YOUNG LIFE | RALEIGH, NC
Volunteer & Student Staff | September 2010 – April 2015
• Successfully planned and organized 100+ events for up to 300 people
• Trained high school students to perform summer work at Young Life camps
• Mentored 50+ students at Garner Magnet High School by building personal relationships and creating adventurous, life-changing experiences to encourage and develop students’ faith and personal growth

Editor Samples

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9XGd1fL4NVChjCqFojIQd2YQBTuI73wA

Timeline

Head of Production

REMEDY
09.2022 - 12.2023

Director of Post Production

REMEDY
10.2018 - 09.2023

Senior Video Editor

REMEDY
05.2018 - 10.2018

Commercial Director & Associate Wedding Director

Light Cannon Films
01.2017 - 05.2018

Videographer & Editor

Light Cannon Films
11.2015 - 01.2017

North Carolina State University

Cape Fear Community College
Taylor Blaylock