I am a dynamic freelance video editor with 7+ years of experience across film, theatre, and communications. I specialize in producing high-quality long-form videos that blend live action with animation, and I bring documentary storytelling, archive research, and sound design expertise to every project. I love collaborating with creators and production teams to elevate content, ensure brand tone, and translate complex ideas into accessible visuals. I’m passionate about science content and am excited to contribute to Astrum's mission as a remote production team member with advanced video editing and motion graphics skills.…

Reuben Kinyuru Kimani

I am a dynamic freelance video editor with 7+ years of experience across film, theatre, and communications. I specialize in producing high-quality long-form videos that blend live action with animation, and I bring documentary storytelling, archive research, and sound design expertise to every project. I love collaborating with creators and production teams to elevate content, ensure brand tone, and translate complex ideas into accessible visuals. I’m passionate about science content and am excited to contribute to Astrum's mission as a remote production team member with advanced video editing and motion graphics skills.…

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I am a dynamic freelance video editor with 7+ years of experience across film, theatre, and communications. I specialize in producing high-quality long-form videos that blend live action with animation, and I bring documentary storytelling, archive research, and sound design expertise to every project.

I love collaborating with creators and production teams to elevate content, ensure brand tone, and translate complex ideas into accessible visuals. I’m passionate about science content and am excited to contribute to Astrum’s mission as a remote production team member with advanced video editing and motion graphics skills.

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English
Fluent
Swahili
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Film Editor at Backdrop Agency
December 1, 2021 - Present
Edited and produced high-quality long-form videos and short-form digital campaigns, demonstrating strong documentary storytelling and expertise in video editing software. Directed post-production workflows, managing over 5TB of raw footage and ensuring elevated overall quality and efficient delivery.Collaborated with creative teams and clients, integrating feedback to ensure accurate, informative, and engaging visual content. Trained junior editors on advanced editing techniques and motion graphics, enhancing team capabilities in digital content creation. Maintained brand integrity by applying quality control measures, ensuring all content met industry and client standards.
Head of Media Production at Kenyans.co.ke
September 1, 2021 - October 13, 2025
Produced 200+ digital video stories, increasing online engagement and strengthening the brand's online presence through compelling visual storytelling. Managed a production team of 12, overseeing daily assignments and ensuring timely delivery of accurate, informative, and engaging content for publication. Coordinated video coverage of national events, managing logistics and ensuring high-quality visual outputs. Worked with remote journalists and editors, streamlining post-production practices and reducing turnaround time for publishing. Mentored staff on advanced editing, camera operations, and storytelling techniques, raising overall production quality.
Editor & DIT at HOTSUN Films
July 1, 2018 - October 13, 2025
Edited and DIT for various projects, ensuring high-quality footage and efficient on-set to post-production workflows, including color correction, media management, and asset delivery.
Cinematographer and Film Video Editor at LOIS Events Managers (Freelance)
June 1, 2017 - October 13, 2025
Cinematography and video editing for events and productions; captured and edited footage, coordinating with clients to deliver polished videos that meet expectations.
Production Manager at KU TV
December 1, 2014 - October 13, 2025
Production management for campus TV; oversaw scheduling, logistics, and post-production workflows.
Cinematographer and Film Video Editor at LOIS Events Managers
June 1, 2017 - October 13, 2025
Cinematographer and Film Video Editor providing camera work and editing services for events and projects.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Film and Theatre Production at Kenyatta University
September 11, 2012 - March 26, 2016

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

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