I’m a versatile video editor and documentary producer focused on crafting authentic, emotionally engaging stories for the private sector and non-profit organizations. My work blends creative storytelling with hands-on production to turn hours of raw footage into concise, compelling narratives that resonate with audiences and drive impact. Over the past decade, I’ve led creative teams through tight deadlines, delivering long-form TV programs and documentary-style content for broadcast and digital platforms, including YouTube. I’m passionate about compelling, creative storytelling that informs and inspires while moving hearts.…

Angela Rae Smith

I’m a versatile video editor and documentary producer focused on crafting authentic, emotionally engaging stories for the private sector and non-profit organizations. My work blends creative storytelling with hands-on production to turn hours of raw footage into concise, compelling narratives that resonate with audiences and drive impact. Over the past decade, I’ve led creative teams through tight deadlines, delivering long-form TV programs and documentary-style content for broadcast and digital platforms, including YouTube. I’m passionate about compelling, creative storytelling that informs and inspires while moving hearts.…

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I’m a versatile video editor and documentary producer focused on crafting authentic, emotionally engaging stories for the private sector and non-profit organizations. My work blends creative storytelling with hands-on production to turn hours of raw footage into concise, compelling narratives that resonate with audiences and drive impact.

Over the past decade, I’ve led creative teams through tight deadlines, delivering long-form TV programs and documentary-style content for broadcast and digital platforms, including YouTube. I’m passionate about compelling, creative storytelling that informs and inspires while moving hearts.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Broadcast Production Manager / Video Editor at Love A Child, Inc.
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2023
Produced long-form weekly documentary-style television program for a non-profit Christian organization for global broadcast and YouTube distribution using Adobe Premiere Pro; Added a creative storytelling and artistic touch to hundreds of hours of raw A- and B-roll digital video footage and photographs; Supervised and led team of video editors and graphic designers to raise money for food, housing, and medical care for the people of Haiti; Exported final timeline into various formats for broadcast and YouTube distribution; Created motion graphics within Adobe Premiere Pro; Edited audio using keyframes; Produced short-form web and social media content, including Facebook and loveachild.com; Adhered to tight deadlines and managed distribution of program to various networks; Worked closely with network distributors and donors; Created monthly TV schedules and analyzed weekly donation reports; Assisted with website content using WordPress
Editor / Co-writer at Web Series “Duplicitous”
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Edited approximately 10 hours of raw footage down to a two-episode original web series; Advised on filming and shot list; Worked closely with creator, writer, and videographer
Editor / Co-writer at Documentary, The Coachman
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015
Edited approximately 20 hours of raw footage down to a long-form film focusing on the genealogy of an African-American family in rural Virginia; Co-wrote script, including voiceover; Received an Honorable Mention at the 2015 Northern Virginia International Film Festival
Editor / Co-writer at Documentary, School’s Out!
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Edited approximately 12 hours of raw footage down to a short film focusing on the homeschooling processes and adventures of one family in rural Virginia; Conducted all interviews with family members; Co-wrote on-screen text and organized shot list; Chose and applied appropriate music for film
Promotions Coordinator / Promotions Assistant at Beasley Media Group
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Promotions Coordinator / Promotions Assistant; Worked alongside Promotions / NTR Director to plan and execute events and fundraisers; Utilized company software to organize and maintain promotional materials and calendars; Worked closely with on-air talent to promote station image; Produced remote broadcasts for ESPN 99.3 FM Radio show “Shemon & Sheppard”; Supervised, trained, scheduled, and interviewed Street Team employees; Organized and maintained promotions equipment and storage areas
Promotions Assistant / Street Team Member at Sun Broadcasting Inc. / Fort Myers Broadcasting Co.
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
Interacted with listeners at station remote promotional events; Worked closely with on-air talent to promote station image; Assisted with event preparation, setup, breakdown, and equipment maintenance
Writer / Copy Editor / Consultant at Untitled Autobiography by Keli Kryfko
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Ghostwrote and edited Miss Kryfko’s autobiography about her personal and professional transformation; Worked closely with author to best tell her story in her own voice
Writer / Copy Editor / Consultant at 1787: The Signing by Stewart Hanley
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Ghostwrote and edited stage play about the Constitutional Convention of 1787; Worked closely with author to tell story in character voice of appropriate time period
Copy Editor / Marketing Consultant at Accelerated Intelligence, Inc.
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Edited product packaging copy; Consulted on text placement
Co-writer / Consultant at Website ghostwriting project
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Wrote instructional articles based on existing videos on how to create and drive traffic to personal websites and forums
Marketing Consultant / Volunteer at Palace Roller Rink, Inc.
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015
Created, designed, wrote copy for, and launched website; Created, designed, and wrote copy for promotional flyers for distribution; 100% increase in attendance within one year
Editor / Co-writer at The Coachman (Documentary)
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Edited approximately 20 hours of raw footage into a long-form film focusing on the genealogy of an African-American family in rural Virginia; co-wrote script including voiceover; received an Honorable Mention at the 2015 Northern Virginia International Film Festival.
Editor / Co-writer at School’s Out! (Documentary)
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
Edited approximately 12 hours of raw footage into a short film about homeschooling processes and adventures; conducted all interviews; co-wrote on-screen text and organized shot list; chose and applied appropriate music.
Marketing Consultant | Volunteer at Palace Roller Rink, Inc.
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Created, designed, and launched website; wrote copy for promotional materials; achieved attendance increase.
Writer / Copy Editor / Consultant at Website ghostwriting project
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Co-wrote instructional articles based on existing videos on how to create and drive traffic to personal websites and forums.

Education

Bachelor of Science at Virginia Commonwealth University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2008
Bachelor of Science at Virginia Commonwealth University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2008

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Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services

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