ZHENYA TOWNLEY
Queens,NY
Summary
Innovative Producer with 10 years of experience in all aspects of video production. Visionary creator, editor, storyteller and business operations manager with demonstrated to take an idea from concept to delivery to produce entertaining and inspiring pieces. Collaborative in working closely with strategic and creative teams to develop and produce quality video content. Expertise in preproduction logistics, planning, production, custom graphics composition, special effects, and asset management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Videographer
Self-employed
08.2014 - Current
- Directed or served as Director-of-Photography for several documentary projects, short films, commercials and visual elements from initial concept development to final distribution
- Managed budgets , schedules, and logistics, ensuring each project stayed within scope and on budget
- Oversaw talent and crew of up to 30 people, handled production design, and worked with post-production teams to craft the final narrative
- Created and executed distribution plans for each project, leading to multiple festival submissions and online premieres
- Operated camera for 50+ projects ranging in documentary, short film and commercial projects in collaboration with directors and producers
Photographer
Self-employed
05.2013 - Current
- Specialized in portraiture, behind-the-scenes coverage, documentary, product, and fine art photography for 30+ clients and companies
- Mastered advanced lighting techniques to enhance composition and quality
- Edited and organized large collections of photos efficiently using Adobe Lightroom
Director & Editor
Noom
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Directed, produced, and edited over 100 videos for Noom's learning management system and online presence, ensuring alignment with brand messaging and engagement strategies resulting in a 15% engagement increase
- Successfully managed a $90,000 budget, delivering high-quality content on time and within scope
- Efficiently edited over 12 hours of raw footage into polished educational and lifestyle content tailored to user needs
- Collaborated closely with internal teams and clients to conceptualize, produce, and finalize impactful visual narratives
Director, Producer, DP, and Editor
Largely a Painter
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Directed and edited a short documentary exploring the life and art of Chelsie Sunde
- Managed all aspects of production, including budgeting, scheduling, and team leadership
- Executed filming, lighting, and sound design to ensure high production quality
- Edited over 20 hours of footage into an 8-minute narrative for festival submission and streaming
Director of Photography (DP)
End of Season
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Designed and executed the visual style, lighting, and cinematography for the film
- Partnered with the director to craft a compelling narrative through visual storytelling
- Supervised the camera team of 5 and ensured the final color grade aligned with creative vision
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication And Research
05.2018
- Emphasis in Political Science.
- Served as President of the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ - Augusta Chapter), increasing membership by 15%.
- Spearheaded community events promoting journalism, shining a light on both local and national issues.
Skills
- Video Production & Editing
- Photography & Cinematography
- Content Development & Creative Direction
- Graphics Creation for Social Media & Digital Campaigns
- Project Management
- Budgeting
- Scheduling
- Resource Allocation
- Editing Software
- Camera Equipment
- Graphics Tools
- Lighting Tools
Timeline
Director & Editor - Noom
10.2023 - 08.2024
Director, Producer, DP, and Editor - Largely a Painter
08.2023 - 06.2024
Director of Photography (DP) - End of Season
08.2022 - 10.2022
Videographer - Self-employed
08.2014 - Current
Photographer - Self-employed
05.2013 - Current
Augusta University - Bachelor of Arts, Communication And Research
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