Hi, I’m Cole Bennett, a versatile video editor and digital content creator based in Coronado, CA. I specialize in post-production, live-stream management, and event engineering, with hands-on experience using Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve. I’ve led projects for schools, nonprofits, and community initiatives—from script writing and directing in film programs to social media campaigns—delivering compelling multimedia stories from concept to completion. I’m expanding my skills in camera operation and directing through the Coronado School of the Arts film program and related volunteer work. I’m fluent in German and Spanish (California State Seals of Biliteracy) and passionate about blending technical production with education and community outreach.…

Cole Bennett

Hi, I’m Cole Bennett, a versatile video editor and digital content creator based in Coronado, CA. I specialize in post-production, live-stream management, and event engineering, with hands-on experience using Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve. I’ve led projects for schools, nonprofits, and community initiatives—from script writing and directing in film programs to social media campaigns—delivering compelling multimedia stories from concept to completion. I’m expanding my skills in camera operation and directing through the Coronado School of the Arts film program and related volunteer work. I’m fluent in German and Spanish (California State Seals of Biliteracy) and passionate about blending technical production with education and community outreach.…

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Hi, I’m Cole Bennett, a versatile video editor and digital content creator based in Coronado, CA. I specialize in post-production, live-stream management, and event engineering, with hands-on experience using Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve. I’ve led projects for schools, nonprofits, and community initiatives—from script writing and directing in film programs to social media campaigns—delivering compelling multimedia stories from concept to completion.

I’m expanding my skills in camera operation and directing through the Coronado School of the Arts film program and related volunteer work. I’m fluent in German and Spanish (California State Seals of Biliteracy) and passionate about blending technical production with education and community outreach.

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Skills

Experience Level

DaVinci Resolve Studio
Intermediate
Adobe Premiere Pro
Intermediate
Adobe Photoshop
Intermediate
Video Advert
Intermediate
WordPress
Beginner
Pro Tools
Beginner
JavaScript
Beginner
Autodesk Maya
Beginner
Blender
Beginner
GitHub CoPilot
Beginner
3D Design
Beginner
Final Cut Pro X
Beginner
CSS
Beginner
HTML5
Beginner
Illustration
Beginner
Infographic
Beginner
Adobe InDesign
Beginner
Logo
Beginner
Unity
Beginner
Adobe After Effects
Beginner
3D Model
Beginner
Adobe Illustrator
Beginner
Sibelius
Beginner
Web Design
Beginner
Branding
Beginner
Logic Pro
Beginner
Presentation Design
Beginner
Audacity
Beginner
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Language

German
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Live-Stream Manager & Technical Engineer at Stop the Sewage Student Club
January 1, 2023 - November 16, 2025
Managed YouTube live streams, audio, and event visuals.
Eagle Scout at Boy Scouts of America, Troop 801
January 1, 2019 - November 16, 2025
Earned Eagle Scout status and engaged in leadership and community service.
Eagle Scout Lead at Avenue of Heroes
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Produced and recorded audio presentations for Avenue of Heroes on 3rd and 4th Street; led Eagle Scout activities for the program.
Volunteer at Trout Unlimited
June 1, 2025 - November 16, 2025
Environment conservation project involving e-DNA testing on the Kern River.
Broadcast Team Member at KCMS (Coronado Middle School)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Contributed to school broadcast team, coordinating activities and fostering teamwork.
Troop Webmaster at Boy Scouts of America, Troop 801
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Updated website content and maintained troop mailing list to ensure accurate communication.
Patrol Leader at Boy Scouts of America, Troop 801
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Led a scout patrol, coordinated activities, and promoted teamwork.
Volunteer at Trout Unlimited (Kern River Chapter)
June 1, 2025 - November 16, 2025
Collaborated on an environmental conservation project conducting e-DNA testing on the Kern River.
Broadcast Team Member at Coronado Middle School
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Managed and operated the weekly online broadcast system to ensure seamless delivery of services; coordinated visuals and technical elements for live-streamed events.
Volunteer at Ladle Fellowship
January 1, 2023 - November 16, 2025
Provided warm meals, clothing, and phone charging services to low-income and homeless community members every other month.
Lead, Eagle Scout at Avenue of Heroes
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Produced and recorded audio presentations for the Avenue of Heroes on 3rd and 4th Street; coordinated event communications.
Volunteer at Trout Unlimited
June 30, 2025 - June 30, 2025
e-DNA testing project on the Kern River as part of environmental conservation efforts.
Audio Visual (AV) Intern at Coronado Beach Company and Surf's Up Studios
September 1, 2025 - Present
Acted as an Audio Visual Assistant for Coronado City Council meetings; managed live streams, audio, visuals, and post-production coordination; updated website and social content as needed.
Lead Video Editor at Coronado Girl Scouts
September 1, 2025 - Present
Lead video editor for Coronado Girl Scouts, editing and creating quick videos for their YouTube page.
Video Editor at Brickers Foundation
November 1, 2025 - Present
Edited video content and contributed to post-production workflows.
Website Developer & Social Media Marketer at Befriend Your Body: Speaking, Somatic, Coaching, SEP
November 1, 2025 - Present
Updated website content and led social media strategy.

Education

Digital Arts Program at Coronado School of the Arts (CO SA)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
German Language & Culture Study Abroad at Berlin, Germany (Study Abroad)
July 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025
High School at Coronado High School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2026
High School Diploma at Coronado High School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2026
Coronado School of the Arts (CSA) Program at Coronado School of the Arts (CSA)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
German Language & Culture Study Abroad at Berlin, Germany – Study Abroad Program
July 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025
High School Diploma at Coronado High School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2026
CO SA Film Program at Coronado School of the Arts (CO SA)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
German Language & Culture - Study Abroad at Berlin, Germany
July 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025

Qualifications

AP Scholar Award
January 11, 2030 - November 16, 2025
College Board National Recognition Award
January 11, 2030 - November 16, 2025
California State Seal of Biliteracy in German
January 11, 2030 - November 16, 2025
California State Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish
January 11, 2030 - November 16, 2025
AP Scholar Award
January 11, 2030 - November 16, 2025
College Board National Recognition Award
January 11, 2030 - November 16, 2025
California State Seal of Biliteracy in German and Spanish
January 11, 2030 - November 16, 2025
Audience & Judge Choice Award - CSA Extravaganza
January 1, 2024 - November 16, 2025
National Honors Society Member
January 1, 2024 - November 16, 2025
Eagle Scout
January 1, 2019 - November 16, 2025
AP Scholar Award
January 11, 2030 - December 3, 2025
California State Seal of Biliteracy - German
January 11, 2030 - December 3, 2025
California State Seal of Biliteracy - Spanish
January 11, 2030 - December 3, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Professional Services, Software & Internet
    uniE608 Talking head
    A video I made when applying for a job at Aligned HQ with the task being to: "focus on creating a clean, engaging edit with captions, punchy cuts, and retention-driven pacing. Be sure to keep it similar to our brand styling. " with them also wanting me to submit it as either 9:16 or 4:5.…
    uniE608 Decisons
    October 2025. Decisions: C has to make the challenging decision between joining the Military or heading to college.…
    uniE608 Behind the Vegans
    Documentary for the Vegan Project, one of the films made by my school's upperclass students…
    uniE608 Der Teufel 1
    A German language short film I worked on during my time in Germany July 2025, Der Teufel: Jake is heading to class and spots his classmate Cole but something is off.…
    paper Talking head

    A video I made when applying for a job at Aligned HQ with the task being to: "focus on creating a clean, engaging edit with captions, punchy cuts, and retention-driven pacing. Be sure to keep it similar to our brand styling. " with them also wanting me to submit it as either 9:16 or 4:5.

    uniE608 Der Teufel 2
    The 2nd German Language short film I made in Germany. July 2025, Der Teufel 2: Following the murder of his classmate, Jake claims his classmate is the devil and Jake is put on trial.…