I'm an award-winning video producer and editor with 10+ years of experience across digital, live, and brand environments. I translate marketing objectives into compelling videos designed to grow audiences and strengthen brand impact. I blend creative storytelling with data-driven execution. I excel at concept pitching, scriptwriting, and driving emotionally resonant narratives that engage audiences across Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok while delivering content that aligns with relevant moments and drives performance.

Robert A. Hairston

I'm an award-winning video producer and editor with 10+ years of experience across digital, live, and brand environments. I translate marketing objectives into compelling videos designed to grow audiences and strengthen brand impact. I blend creative storytelling with data-driven execution. I excel at concept pitching, scriptwriting, and driving emotionally resonant narratives that engage audiences across Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok while delivering content that aligns with relevant moments and drives performance.

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I’m an award-winning video producer and editor with 10+ years of experience across digital, live, and brand environments. I translate marketing objectives into compelling videos designed to grow audiences and strengthen brand impact. I blend creative storytelling with data-driven execution.

I excel at concept pitching, scriptwriting, and driving emotionally resonant narratives that engage audiences across Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok while delivering content that aligns with relevant moments and drives performance.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Video Producer at St. John’s University
January 1, 2023 - Present
Edit video campaigns translating institutional marketing priorities into emotionally engaging content to drive audience growth and visibility. Develop paid and organic digital video assets optimized for engagement, with strong narrative hooks and adaptable formatting for cross-channel distribution. Collaborate with academic stakeholders to translate university goals into cohesive storytelling strategies and deliver multi-format outputs (vertical, square, landscape). Oversee student workers and the full production process, including scripting, storyboarding, filming, editing, motion graphics, and publishing.
Video Producer at Better Angle Productions
October 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023
Led creative ideation and video execution for brand rollouts, interview-driven storytelling, and promotional campaigns aligned to client objectives and audience growth. Translated strategic brand messaging into cohesive content to strengthen engagement and elevate digital presence. Managed multiple client production timelines, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining creative integrity and technical quality. Supervised production logistics including location coordination, talent scheduling, equipment setup, and workflow management; employed motion graphics, sound design, and visual enhancements to differentiate brands.
Video Producer at Interactive One Digital
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Generated and pitched original digital video concepts for online magazine audiences, produced promotional content supporting film releases, music launches, and book campaigns; oversaw live stream production operations including camera direction, technical execution, and talent coordination; edited short-form promotional segments under tight deadlines and adapted storytelling to evolving digital formats; coordinated talent scheduling and on-set workflow to maximize efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Broadcasting at LIU Post
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
Certifications and Training in 3D Rendering, Screenplay Writing at St. John’s University
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2026

Qualifications

Communicator Awards of Distinction
January 1, 2024 - March 28, 2026
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education