I am Mark Hayes, Jr., a production and problem-solving professional with strong organizational and time-management skills. I specialize in video production, editing, and promotional campaigns for clients across publishing, retail, and media. I excel in collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality content on tight deadlines, and I’m equally comfortable working independently to drive results. From freelance projects to roles with national magazines and retail promotions, I build media solutions that engage audiences and support business goals. I enjoy shaping concepts, scripting, shooting, and editing video that resonates with customers and boosts revenue.…

Mark Hayes, Jr.

I am Mark Hayes, Jr., a production and problem-solving professional with strong organizational and time-management skills. I specialize in video production, editing, and promotional campaigns for clients across publishing, retail, and media. I excel in collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality content on tight deadlines, and I’m equally comfortable working independently to drive results. From freelance projects to roles with national magazines and retail promotions, I build media solutions that engage audiences and support business goals. I enjoy shaping concepts, scripting, shooting, and editing video that resonates with customers and boosts revenue.…

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I am Mark Hayes, Jr., a production and problem-solving professional with strong organizational and time-management skills. I specialize in video production, editing, and promotional campaigns for clients across publishing, retail, and media. I excel in collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality content on tight deadlines, and I’m equally comfortable working independently to drive results.

From freelance projects to roles with national magazines and retail promotions, I build media solutions that engage audiences and support business goals. I enjoy shaping concepts, scripting, shooting, and editing video that resonates with customers and boosts revenue.

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Work Experience

Video Production Freelancer at Main Dish Media
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2021
Production planning and problem solving for clients; created and produced promotional videos (including Look, Cook, & Eat) and contributed to Kickstarter campaigns and ongoing marketing content; helped grow subscriber base and renewals.
Video Director/Editor at Active Interest Media / August Home Publishing
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2019
Managed video production for award-winning national televised show and launched weekly online woodworking video series, growing subscribers; supported flexible scheduling to meet customer needs and expand revenue via quality content.
Video Producer / Social Media Producer at The Woodsmith Store
April 1, 2021 - April 1, 2026
Designed and produced promotional videos for email campaigns, website, YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram; drove new subscribers and online sales.

Education

B.A. in Graphic Design at Iowa State University
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
B.A. in Art and Design at Iowa State University
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026
Minor in Business at Iowa State University
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services
    paper Sizzle Reel 1

    Employer: August Home Publishing; And Client: Main Dish Media
    This “Sizzle Reel” displays some of my video production work from my time at August Home Publishing/Active Interest Media. from 2003-2019. August Home Publishing/Active Interest Media is a company that produces how-to content for woodworking, cooking, gardening, and DIY for home users. The video content that I and team created was produced for the magazines’ websites, along with DVDs, and other digital products. Some of the content comes from the award winning public TV show, “The Woodsmith Shop.”

    I’ve also included video created for Main Dish Media, a client, for their online marketing videos that promoted their digital magazine, “Look, Cook, & Eat” for people with disabilities.
    I edited this reel to the cadence of a music track.

    paper New Product for Taco Night! Soyrizo! Promo 2

    Client: Meyocks Agency
    Meatless Soy Chorizo pushes the envelope in meat alternative. It cooks up just like ground meat and still has the wonderful taste of chorizo. Check out the taco recipe that makes the grade! Meatless Mondays Meets Taco Tuesday. But you can have tacos ANY day of the week with this yummy recipe!