I’m a versatile video editor and digital content producer with over 15 years of experience delivering high-quality video and visual content for television, digital platforms, and social media. I craft compelling stories through editing, motion graphics, and branding for multilingual, multi-platform audiences, working efficiently under tight deadlines in fast-paced environments. I’m proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro X, and Adobe Photoshop, with a strong eye for visual storytelling and brand consistency. I enjoy collaborating with teams and freelancers, designing engaging visuals, and building scalable workflows that keep production moving smoothly.

Shadab Arzi

I’m a versatile video editor and digital content producer with over 15 years of experience delivering high-quality video and visual content for television, digital platforms, and social media. I craft compelling stories through editing, motion graphics, and branding for multilingual, multi-platform audiences, working efficiently under tight deadlines in fast-paced environments. I’m proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro X, and Adobe Photoshop, with a strong eye for visual storytelling and brand consistency. I enjoy collaborating with teams and freelancers, designing engaging visuals, and building scalable workflows that keep production moving smoothly.

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I’m a versatile video editor and digital content producer with over 15 years of experience delivering high-quality video and visual content for television, digital platforms, and social media. I craft compelling stories through editing, motion graphics, and branding for multilingual, multi-platform audiences, working efficiently under tight deadlines in fast-paced environments.

I’m proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro X, and Adobe Photoshop, with a strong eye for visual storytelling and brand consistency. I enjoy collaborating with teams and freelancers, designing engaging visuals, and building scalable workflows that keep production moving smoothly.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Video Editor & Motion Graphics Producer at Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty
January 1, 2022 - March 31, 2025
Edited and produced 4K educational and explainer content for social platforms and YouTube. Developed scripts, coordinated voiceovers, selected royalty-free music and visuals. Optimized output for YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook with platform-specific formatting. Delivered up to 20 short-form videos per month under strict editorial deadlines. Maintained content archive in Google Drive and supported remote editorial teams via Zoom.
Video Editor & Motion Graphics Producer at Volant Media
September 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Created branded content, stream overlays, and promos tailored for social platforms. Produced video cover designs for web and mobile, matched to brand guidelines. Assisted in scriptwriting and ideation, especially for short-form educational pieces. Participated in regular remote team meetings and project planning sessions.
Video Editor & Motion Graphics Producer at BBC World Service
September 1, 2016 - August 31, 2020
Edited cross-platform educational and documentary content in fast-paced newsroom setting. Created animated graphics and visuals to support learning-driven storytelling. Developed templates for social repurposing of long-form segments. Collaborated across editorial and production teams based in different time zones.
Video Editor & Motion Graphic Producer at Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty
March 1, 2025 - October 3, 2025
Edited explainer videos and livestream recaps with high audience engagement. Delivered fast-turnaround 4K content for digital/social platforms. Incorporated motion graphics and ensured consistent branding across videos. Collaborated remotely with international teams to align with editorial vision using Fame.io, Canvas, and Teams.
Video Editor & Motion Graphic Designer at Volant Media (Iran International TV)
December 1, 2021 - October 3, 2025
Produced short-form digital-native content with motion overlays. Tailored edits for YouTube and social platforms to maximize retention. Managed concurrent deadlines while maintaining high-quality output.
Video Editor & Visual Storyteller at BBC World Service
August 1, 2020 - October 3, 2025
Edited documentaries and news features for YouTube and broadcast. Designed branded intros, lower-thirds, and visual explainers. Collaborated with editorial teams to enhance narrative-driven storytelling.
Video Editor & Motion Graphic Producer at Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty
March 1, 2025 - October 3, 2025
Edited explainer videos and livestream recaps with high audience engagement. Delivered fast-turnaround 4K content for digital/social platforms. Incorporated motion graphics and ensured consistent branding across videos. Collaborated remotely with international teams to align with editorial vision using Fame.io, Canvas, and Teams.
Video Editor & Motion Graphic Designer at Volant Media (Iran International TV)
December 1, 2021 - October 3, 2025
Produced short-form digital-native content with motion overlays. Tailored edits for YouTube and social platforms to maximize retention. Managed concurrent deadlines while maintaining high-quality output.
Video Editor & Visual Storyteller at BBC World Service
August 1, 2020 - October 3, 2025
Edited documentaries and news features for YouTube and broadcast. Designed branded intros, lower-thirds, and visual explainers. Collaborated with editorial teams to enhance narrative-driven storytelling.
Digital Content Producer, Video Editor at Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) – Radio Farda
March 1, 2025 - October 13, 2025
Produced high-quality video content, including news packages, documentaries, and promotional videos for digital platforms. Designed motion assets and animated explainers to enhance storytelling and reinforce brand identity. Developed editing workflows and templates; reviewed freelance and junior editors’ work; created social media visuals and presentation decks. Managed organization and archiving of video assets for accessibility and consistency.
Video Editor at Volant Media (Iran International TV)
November 1, 2021 - October 13, 2025
Edited documentaries, news reports, and promotional content for TV and digital. Created motion graphic packages and visual content assets. Coordinated with production teams to deliver brand-consistent design across formats.
Video Editor at BBC World Service
August 1, 2020 - October 13, 2025
Produced promos, documentaries, and features for international audiences. Designed and animated branding elements for multilingual broadcasts. Created visual materials for campaigns and digital media.
Video Editor at Manoto TV Network
November 1, 2015 - October 13, 2025
Produced TV promos, ads, news packages, and documentaries. Designed visual assets for program branding and marketing. Streamlined workflows and ensured consistent visual quality.
Photographer, Photo Editor at Shargh & Etemaad Newspapers
November 1, 2008 - October 13, 2025
Captured and edited photojournalistic content. Designed page layouts, graphics, and infographics for print. Maintained archives for quick editorial consistency.

Education

B.A. at Soureh Art University
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014
B.A. at Soureh Art University
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025
B.A. in Graphic Design at Soureh Art University
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Graphic Design at Soureh Art University, Tehran
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2004

Qualifications

FCP X Course for Video Editing
January 1, 2017 - October 13, 2025
Self-Camera Shooting Course
January 1, 2017 - October 13, 2025
Adobe After Effects Courses
January 1, 2014 - October 13, 2025
Video Editing Course
January 1, 2010 - October 13, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization