Creative Video Editor & Content Producer with 20+ Years Experience

Nick Thiel

West Hills, CA Phone: 310-***-**** Email: ***************@*****.*** Portfolio: https://vimeo.com/nickvideoeditor LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nickthiel

Professional Summary

Creative Video Editor & Content Producer with 20+ years of experience delivering high-impact content for entertainment, digital, and corporate brands. Skilled in editing, motion graphics, and production workflows that drive engagement and elevate brand presence. Proven track record developing trailers, social-first campaigns, and corporate videos that boost visibility and business growth. Returning to full-time work with refreshed creative vision and polished storytelling expertise. Core Skills

Editing & Post-Production: Premiere Pro, Final Cut, DaVinci Resolve, After Effects, Audition

Motion Graphics & Design: Photoshop, Illustrator, Basic Animation, LUTs

Production & Capture: DSLR, GoPro, Gimbals, Lighting Kits, Audio Capture

Digital Platforms: YouTube Studio, Vimeo Pro, TikTok, Instagram Reels, WordPress, HTML/CSS

Workflow & Project Tools: Trello, Notion, Slack, Frame.io, Microsoft Office, Zoom Professional Experience

Editor / Web Designer - Crystal Lake Entertainment, Encino, CA — 2018 – Present

Edited trailers and promotional content for horror franchise projects with Director Sean S. Cunningham, strengthening fan loyalty and broadening audience reach.

Designed and maintained branded websites with WordPress/HTML, enhancing usability and sustaining web traffic during off-release cycles.

Created YouTube and Instagram content that boosted fan engagement and measurable growth across channels. Household Operations & Freelance Projects - West Hills, CA — 2018 – Present

Coordinated complex family scheduling, budgeting, and childcare with focus on development and emotional well-being, applying strong organizational leadership.

Balanced full-time caregiving with freelance editing projects, consistently meeting deadlines while preserving professional creative skills.

Production Crew / Editor - Dynamic Video Communications, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA — 2017 – 2020

Filmed and edited training videos and branded trailers for Taco Bell, streamlining employee onboarding and strengthening internal communications.

Partnered with marketing and training teams to deliver polished content ahead of schedule under tight deadlines. Editor / Videographer - CASETabs, Santa Monica, CA — 2017 – 2020

Produced explainer videos and social media content that showcased product capabilities and contributed to CASETabs’ acquisition by HST Pathways.

Delivered client-facing content that increased brand trust and supported company growth. Editor / Videographer - Lakeshore Entertainment, Beverly Hills, CA — 2017 – 2019

Created behind-the-scenes content and celebrity interviews for The Wedding Year, fueling online buzz and media coverage.

Produced platform-specific promotional reels that increased trailer views and follower counts. Lead Editor - Integrity Media / Legal Corporation, Irvine, CA — 2011 – 2017

Edited high-impact videos for healthcare, fitness, and legal industries, supporting client retention and repeat business.

Enhanced raw footage with professional-level sound design, motion graphics, and color correction, elevating production value.

Delivered campaigns for America’s Next Top Model and NYX Cosmetics, reinforcing brand image. Lead Editor / Videographer - Chapman Media Group, Anaheim Hills, CA — 2005 – 2012

Directed multi-camera livestreams of bodybuilding events such as The Arnold Classic and Mr. Olympia, with global audiences in the hundreds of thousands.

Produced branded content for Bodybuilding.com, leading to a 25% increase in traffic and engagement.

Created highlight reels and athlete promos that expanded brand presence across fitness-focused media channels. Education & Awards

Associate of Science in Video and Film Production from Art Institute of California, Los Angeles. Graduated with Honors; Outstanding Achievement Award; Best Director at Digi-Fest; Multiple Editing & Production Awards References

Available upon request.

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