Hi, I’m Brian Cole, a film-focused editor and creative lead with over a decade of experience shaping stories from concept to final cut across agency and in-house productions. I love collaborating with directors, producers, designers, and clients to develop compelling concepts and deliver polished video content that meets real marketing objectives. I thrive in cross-disciplinary teams and excel at guiding editorial direction from concept through delivery, staying mindful of budgets and timelines. My work at Digital Kitchen, Victory Studios, and Optimus has taught me to balance creative risk with practical execution and to build strong relationships with clients to bring ideas to life.

Brian Cole

Hi, I’m Brian Cole, a film-focused editor and creative lead with over a decade of experience shaping stories from concept to final cut across agency and in-house productions. I love collaborating with directors, producers, designers, and clients to develop compelling concepts and deliver polished video content that meets real marketing objectives. I thrive in cross-disciplinary teams and excel at guiding editorial direction from concept through delivery, staying mindful of budgets and timelines. My work at Digital Kitchen, Victory Studios, and Optimus has taught me to balance creative risk with practical execution and to build strong relationships with clients to bring ideas to life.

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Hi, I’m Brian Cole, a film-focused editor and creative lead with over a decade of experience shaping stories from concept to final cut across agency and in-house productions. I love collaborating with directors, producers, designers, and clients to develop compelling concepts and deliver polished video content that meets real marketing objectives.

I thrive in cross-disciplinary teams and excel at guiding editorial direction from concept through delivery, staying mindful of budgets and timelines. My work at Digital Kitchen, Victory Studios, and Optimus has taught me to balance creative risk with practical execution and to build strong relationships with clients to bring ideas to life.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Assistant Editor at Victory Studios
August 1, 2005 - October 21, 2025
Edited and assisted on a range of projects, coordinating with project management to deliver on schedule and ensuring high editorial standards across multiple formats.
Senior Film Editor at Victory Studios
February 1, 2007 - October 21, 2025
Led editing for senior film projects, curated footage and music selections for editorial approval, and maintained strong client relationships.
Creative / Editor at Victory Studios
July 1, 2014 - October 21, 2025
Directed editorial and creative efforts for campaigns; collaborated with producers on scheduling and art direction to deliver polished results.
Associate Creative Director at Digital Kitchen
January 1, 2016 - October 21, 2025
Presented creative concepts to internal teams and clients; collaborated with clients to develop marketing objectives; partnered with the creative team from concept to delivery; negotiated creative solutions within budget.
Creative Director / Editor at Self Employed
January 31, 2016 - Present
Conceived and executed film production work with creative agencies; determined production requirements, scheduled projects, and communicated creative direction to teams and clients; visualized and delivered quality results.
Assistant Film Editor at Edit Sweet
September 2, 1999 - October 3, 2001
Associate Creative Director at Digital Kitchen
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Present creative concepts to internal teams and clients; Collaborate with clients to develop their marketing objectives; Effectively partner with creative team from concept to delivery; Negotiate creative solutions within client’s budget.
Creative Director / Editor at Digital Kitchen
February 1, 2016 - November 24, 2025
Creative direction and editorial leadership; oversee production from concept to delivery; collaborate with teams and clients to achieve marketing objectives.
Senior Assistant Editor
August 1, 2005 - August 1, 2005
Senior Film Editor
February 1, 2007 - February 1, 2007
Creative / Editor
July 1, 2014 - July 1, 2014
Contributed to editorial and creative direction across projects; collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver final cuts.

Education

B.F.A. in Media Arts and Animation at The Illinois Institute of Art at Chicago
June 13, 1996 - June 12, 1998
B.F.A. in Media Arts and Animation at The Illinois Institute of Art at Chicago
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other