Hi, I’m Alex Hayek, a creative video editor and production professional with 7+ years of experience delivering emotionally engaging, story-driven content. I’ve collaborated with major brands and artists to transform raw footage into cohesive narratives that resonate with audiences. I excel at storytelling, pacing, and music integration, and I’m proficient with DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Final Cut Pro. I thrive in fast-paced environments, balancing technical execution with strong creative direction and client collaboration.

Alex Hayek

Hi, I’m Alex Hayek, a creative video editor and production professional with 7+ years of experience delivering emotionally engaging, story-driven content. I’ve collaborated with major brands and artists to transform raw footage into cohesive narratives that resonate with audiences. I excel at storytelling, pacing, and music integration, and I’m proficient with DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Final Cut Pro. I thrive in fast-paced environments, balancing technical execution with strong creative direction and client collaboration.

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Hi, I’m Alex Hayek, a creative video editor and production professional with 7+ years of experience delivering emotionally engaging, story-driven content. I’ve collaborated with major brands and artists to transform raw footage into cohesive narratives that resonate with audiences.

I excel at storytelling, pacing, and music integration, and I’m proficient with DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Final Cut Pro. I thrive in fast-paced environments, balancing technical execution with strong creative direction and client collaboration.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Video Editor at Authentic Human
January 1, 2018 - Present
Creatively splicing footage to create cohesive videos that articulate ideas and evoke emotional responses. Proficient with DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere, and Final Cut Pro to produce content for musical performances, commercials, YouTube, promotional content, and weddings.
Production Coordinator at Authentic Human
September 1, 2017 - May 1, 2020
Coordinated production on 30/45/60 second spots; booked all vendors, crew and talent; liaised between production and client. Created the Pre-Production book detailing shoot schedules, locations, move maps, storyboards, scripts, contact spreadsheets, agency and client contacts, major art department items, set dressings, and weather forecasts. Ensured smooth operation of multi-million dollar television commercials.
Tech Support and Digital Assets Manager at Daft Punk
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
IT support and management for up to 40 devices including Macs; setting up networks and devices (printers, scanners, modems, routers, switches). Managed digital assets and contributed graphic design for marketing materials. Served as right hand to Production Manager.
Actor at Self-Employed
January 1, 2004 - Present
Principal roles in Sprint (commercial), Dell (commercial), Xbox (commercial), Bank of America (commercial); Highway to Havasu (film); Chupacabra Territory (film); Role Models (film).
Digital assets manager and Office Technologies at Daft Punk
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Managed IT infrastructure and support for 40+ devices across multiple locations. Set up and maintained networks, routers, printers, and production systems. Organized and maintained digital assets for marketing and production use. Supported production leadership as a key operational and technical resource.
Actor - Film/TV/Commercial
January 1, 2004 - Present
Featured in national commercials (Sprint, Dell, Xbox, Bank of America) and developed strong on-camera presence and storytelling instincts that inform editing work.

Education

BA in Public Relations at Cal State Fullerton
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2001
Guitar performance, Motion picture scoring, film editing at Berklee School of Music
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1997
Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations at Cal State Fullerton
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2001
Non-degree studies in Guitar Performance, Ear Training, Composition and Film Scoring at Berklee School of Music
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1997

Qualifications

Licensed mortgage officer; passed the NMLS exam
January 11, 2030 - April 28, 2026
Motion picture stunt driving certificate
January 11, 2030 - April 28, 2026
Licensed Mortgage Officer (NMLS Certified)
January 11, 2030 - April 29, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other