I’m a video producer and motion designer who blends storytelling, motion design, and strategy to turn complex ideas into engaging, polished visuals. For more than a decade I’ve shaped video and motion experiences for SaaS, tech, and enterprise brands. Whether I’m animating UI for a product demo or directing a full video campaign, my philosophy is the same: clarity, craft, and connection.

Kahl Payne

I’m a video producer and motion designer who blends storytelling, motion design, and strategy to turn complex ideas into engaging, polished visuals. For more than a decade I’ve shaped video and motion experiences for SaaS, tech, and enterprise brands. Whether I’m animating UI for a product demo or directing a full video campaign, my philosophy is the same: clarity, craft, and connection.

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I’m a video producer and motion designer who blends storytelling, motion design, and strategy to turn complex ideas into engaging, polished visuals. For more than a decade I’ve shaped video and motion experiences for SaaS, tech, and enterprise brands. Whether I’m animating UI for a product demo or directing a full video campaign, my philosophy is the same: clarity, craft, and connection.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Sr Video Producer & Editor at Apollo.io
December 20, 2023 - October 12, 2025
Collaborated with the creative team to conceptualize and develop video and animation ideas aligned with Apollo's brand and marketing objectives. Created storyboards and visual representations of video and animation concepts to guide production. Designed and produced animations using various tools and software, ensuring high-quality and visually appealing motion graphics. Edited and enhanced video and animation content, adding effects, music, sound, and graphics to create polished and engaging final products. Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including marketing, design, and content, to ensure video and animation content aligned with overall marketing strategies. Managed the final stages of post-production, including color correction, sound design, and final rendering of video and animation projects. Optimized video content for social media, websites, and campaigns.
Sr UX Designer & Video Producer at Emtrain
May 20, 2016 - October 12, 2025
Developed storyboards and animated visuals to guide production. Updated UX design with the latest techniques, software, and technology, ensuring cutting-edge and relevant designs. Led the final stages of post-production, ensuring deliverables met brand standards and client expectations.
Sr UX Designer & Video Producer at Three29
July 20, 2019 - October 12, 2025
Collaborated with clients to translate business goals into compelling designs. Led a high volume of campaign-oriented projects for retainers, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with brand objectives. Guided visual design across web and video assets and managed client expectations.
Sr Video Producer & Editor at Contract Service Now
November 20, 2020 - October 12, 2025
Applied creative and artistic skills to produce visually compelling and engaging videos for internal and external initiatives. Produced marketing materials, managed live shoots, directed, and handled post-production to ensure high-quality outputs. Coordinated with stakeholders and teams to deliver projects on time.
Sr. Video Producer & Editor at Apollo.io
December 31, 2023 - October 12, 2025
Responsible for conceptualizing, directing, and producing video and animation concepts aligned with Apollo's brand and marketing objectives; created storyboards and visual representations; developed animations; edited and enhanced video and motion content with effects, music, sound, and graphics; collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with marketing strategies.
Video Producer & Editor at ServiceNow
November 30, 2020 - October 12, 2025
Managed full end-to-end video production, including pre-production planning, live shooting, directing, and post-production; produced internal promotional videos and live-action tutorials; organized footage library and QA.
Video Producer & Editor at VSP Global
August 31, 2017 - October 12, 2025
Drove on-location shoots for EyeIcon and Eyefinity brands; produced product demos, promotional videos, and training materials; managed video asset library and collaboration with marketing teams.
Sr. UX Designer & Video Producer at Emtrain
May 31, 2016 - October 12, 2025
Led UX design and video production for Emtrain’s learning management system; conducted user research, designed interfaces, and produced training videos to support enterprise clients.
Video Producer & Editor at Mering Carson (Sacramento area)
February 28, 2018 - October 12, 2025
Created video content and production assets for various client projects; led pre- and post-production activities and collaborated with marketing teams.
Sr. Video Producer at Apollo.io
December 1, 2023 - October 12, 2025
Collaborated with the creative team to conceptualize and develop video and animation ideas aligned with Apollo's brand and marketing objectives. Created storyboards and visual representations to guide production; produced high-quality motion graphics; edited and enhanced video content with effects, music, and sound; managed post-production and optimization for social media, websites, and campaigns.
Video Producer & Editor at Contract Services Now
November 1, 2020 - October 12, 2025
Applied creative and artistic skills to produce visually compelling videos; created detailed storyboards; produced various video content including messaging, training assets, testimonials; edited and enhanced footage with effects, music, sound; collaborated with marketing, design, and content teams; oversaw post-production including color correction and final renders; optimized content for platforms and campaigns.
Video Producer & Editor at VSP Global
August 1, 2017 - October 12, 2025
Managed pre-production, production, and post-production for a variety of internal and external projects, ensuring brand integrity; produced on-location shoots; edited and assembled footage; created promotional and training videos; collaborated with stakeholders to deliver high-quality output.
Sr. UX Designer & Video Producer at Emtrain
May 1, 2016 - October 12, 2025
Provided strategic UX consulting to clarify capabilities and optimize use of UX resources; maintained design principles and interaction guidelines; conducted usability testing and validated designs with end-users to ensure effective UI; led design initiatives and collaborated with developers; produced instructional and marketing video content for learning management systems.
Video Producer & UX Designer at Merin g Carson
February 1, 2018 - October 12, 2025
Led video production and UX design for marketing and product content; collaborated with cross-functional teams to create engaging visuals; developed storyboards, shot lists, and assets; produced final videos for campaigns and online platforms; organized footage for reuse and archival.
Video Producer & UX Designer at WebSauce Studio
July 1, 2019 - October 12, 2025
Provided end-to-end video production and UX design for multiple clients; developed storyboards, assets, and animations; shot and edited footage; collaborated with marketing and design teams; managed asset library and final delivery of video content for websites and campaigns.
Freelance Video Producer & Brand Strategist at Kahl Payne
January 1, 2023 - Present
End-to-end production for SaaS, tech, and product-based brands. Manage everything from pre-production and storyboarding to final motion design and delivery. Collaborate directly with marketing and design teams to ensure narrative and visual alignment.
Sr. Video Producer (Contract) at Apollo.io
January 1, 2023 - Present
Partnered with creative, product, and marketing teams to conceptualize and produce motion-driven campaigns, brand launches, and explainers.
Video Producer & Editor (Contract) at Doximity
December 31, 2022 - October 14, 2025
Developed motion assets and live-action videos for internal training and platform communications.
Video Producer (Contract) at ServiceNow
December 31, 2020 - October 14, 2025
Produced internal and external demos, learning assets, and campaign content for enterprise audiences.
Video Producer & UX Designer at Websauce Studio / Three29 / MeringCarson
December 31, 2019 - October 14, 2025
Blended video production and UX design to build cohesive marketing experiences for regional and national brands.
Freelance Video Producer & Brand Strategist at kahlpayne.com
January 1, 2023 - Present
End-to-end production for SaaS, tech, and product-based brands. Manage everything from pre-production and storyboarding to final motion design and delivery. Collaborate directly with marketing and design teams to ensure narrative and visual alignment.
Sr. Video Producer (Contract) at Apollo.io
December 31, 2023 - October 14, 2025
Partnered with creative, product, and marketing teams to conceptualize and produce motion-driven campaigns, brand launches, and explainers.
Video Producer & Editor (Contract) at Doximity
December 31, 2022 - October 14, 2025
Developed motion assets and live-action videos for internal training and platform communications.
Video Producer (Contract) at ServiceNow
December 31, 2020 - October 14, 2025
Produced internal and external demos, learning assets, and campaign content for enterprise audiences.
Video Producer & UX Designer at Websauce Studio / Three29 / MeringCarson
December 31, 2019 - October 14, 2025
Blended video production and UX design to build cohesive marketing experiences for regional and national brands.
Video Producer & Media Strategist at Contactor
January 1, 2023 - November 16, 2025
End-to-end production for SaaS, tech, and product-based brands. Manage everything from pre-production and storyboarding to final motion design and delivery. Collaborate directly with marketing and design teams to ensure narrative and visual alignment.
Sr. Video Producer (Contract) at Apollo.io
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Partnered with creative, product, and marketing teams to conceptualize and produce motion-driven campaigns, brand launches, and explainers.
Video Producer & Editor (Contract) at Doximity
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Developed motion assets and live-action videos for internal training and platform communications.
Video Producer (Contract) at ServiceNow
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Produced internal and external demos, learning assets, and campaign content for enterprise audiences.
Video Producer & UX Designer at Websauce Studio / Three29 / Mering
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Blended video production and UX design to build cohesive marketing experiences for regional and national brands.

Education

High School Diploma at Casa Roble High School
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2004
Bachelor of Science in Business Marketing at California State University, Long Beach
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009
High School Diploma at Casa Roble High School, Orangevale, CA
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2004
Bachelor of Science in Business Marketing at California State University, Long Beach
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009
General Education at Casa Roble High School
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2004
Bachelor of Science in Business Marketing at California State University, Long Beach
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009
B.S. Business Marketing at California State University, Long Beach
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009
General Education at Casa Roble High School
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2004
B.S. in Business Marketing at CSU Long Beach
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009
General Education at Casa Roble High School
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2004
B.S. Business Marketing at CSU Long Beach
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009
General Education at Casa Roble High School
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2004

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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