Hi, I’m Ryan O’Farrell, a versatile video editor and storyteller with 5+ years of hands-on experience in corporate training videos, sports content, and live event coverage. I have a strong eye for storytelling and post-production detail, and I enjoy turning complex ideas into clear, engaging visuals using Final Cut Pro, Premiere, and After Effects. I’m energized by fast-paced broadcast and digital media environments and thrive collaborating with teams to plan, shoot, and deliver high-quality media for internal and external audiences. My background spans freelance work, sports production, and corporate eLearning, which helps me stay adaptable and deadline-driven.

Ryan OFarrell

Hi, I’m Ryan O’Farrell, a versatile video editor and storyteller with 5+ years of hands-on experience in corporate training videos, sports content, and live event coverage. I have a strong eye for storytelling and post-production detail, and I enjoy turning complex ideas into clear, engaging visuals using Final Cut Pro, Premiere, and After Effects. I’m energized by fast-paced broadcast and digital media environments and thrive collaborating with teams to plan, shoot, and deliver high-quality media for internal and external audiences. My background spans freelance work, sports production, and corporate eLearning, which helps me stay adaptable and deadline-driven.

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Hi, I’m Ryan O’Farrell, a versatile video editor and storyteller with 5+ years of hands-on experience in corporate training videos, sports content, and live event coverage. I have a strong eye for storytelling and post-production detail, and I enjoy turning complex ideas into clear, engaging visuals using Final Cut Pro, Premiere, and After Effects.

I’m energized by fast-paced broadcast and digital media environments and thrive collaborating with teams to plan, shoot, and deliver high-quality media for internal and external audiences. My background spans freelance work, sports production, and corporate eLearning, which helps me stay adaptable and deadline-driven.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Video Producer & Technology Specialist at Freelance
September 1, 2021 - Present
Filmed and edited wedding videos using Vegas Pro; Created short-form videos for professional social media pages; Set up and troubleshooted computer devices for clients. Maintained project files and delivered final edits on tight timelines to meet client expectations.
Video Production Crew at Saginaw Spirit Hockey Club
September 1, 2022 - April 1, 2025
Edited highlight reel video packages with Adobe Premiere; Showed replays for the live show; Operated the show control board and video cameras to deliver engaging game-day coverage.
Network Intern at Ascension Technologies
February 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019
Configured and installed Avaya network devices; Troubleshot network, computer, and cellular devices; Patched and activated network ports.
Multimedia Designer (Contract) at Nexteer Automotive
July 1, 2017 - November 1, 2017
Edited videos using Final Cut Pro and designed flyers on Microsoft Word; Captured video and photos for employee events; Tracked employee training and updated information on a shared database using Microsoft Excel.
eLearning Developer (Contract) at The Dow Chemical Company
July 1, 2016 - June 1, 2017
Designed training courses on Lectora Inspire and reviewed courses from other designers; Migrated over 200 courses to the Diamond Learning LMS; Trained employees on Lectora Inspire and the Diamond Learning LMS.
Media Training Specialist (Contract) at Xalt Energy
September 1, 2015 - June 1, 2016
Designed courses on Articulate Storyline using ADDIE and reviewed them with SMEs; Filmed training videos and edited them using Final Cut Pro; Set up and administered the Cornerstone LMS.

Education

AS Network Administration at Delta College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
AS Electronic Media Broadcasting at Delta College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

Become an Instructional Designer — LinkedIn Learning
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026
Dow BPSC Operational Reliability Star
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026
CIW Network Technology Associate
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026
CIW Internet Business Associate
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026
Microsoft Office Specialist Excel 2016
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026
Microsoft Office Specialist Word 2016
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026
Microsoft Office Specialist PowerPoint 2016
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Education, Manufacturing, Professional Services