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Hi, I’m Michael Carey, a Virginia-based, award-winning end-to-end video creator, filmmaker, and storyteller with more than 15 years of experience crafting compelling narratives for small businesses, Fortune 500s, and non-profits worldwide.
I specialize in leading projects from concept through post-production, including video, photography, motion graphics, and post-production. I’m dedicated to telling stories that matter and helping brands connect with audiences through engaging visuals and thoughtful storytelling.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Freelance Videographer and Creator at Life Anyone Media
June 1, 2018 - PresentDeliver end-to-end production services, specializing in video, photography, motion graphics, and graphic design. Led post-production for the feature film The Haunting of Cottonwood, including editing, sound design, color correction, and trailer production. Provided creative consultation and specialized training to help organizations and independent artists refine their narrative and visual storytelling techniques.
Senior Video Editor at The CoStar Group
January 1, 2024 - February 1, 2026Produced and edited hundreds of videos showing neighborhoods and cities around the United States for Homes.com. Curated detailed shot lists to aid photographers in capturing material that best fit what was needed for the final video. Performed detailed photo curation and editing to showcase neighborhoods, properties, and active listings. Worked with a leadership team, providing feedback on their work and assistance when requested. Used AI tools to create and curate SEO-centric captions, improving our digital reach.
Marketing Producer, Video Editor, and Editor at Lead Foot City
June 1, 2020 - September 1, 2022Wrote, produced, and edited all promotional and internal video media for a portfolio of automotive brands and specialized events. Managed high-volume content capture, filming hundreds of hours of interviews and event recaps for weekly, monthly, and annual productions. Balanced concurrent projects for multiple brands and podcasts, maintaining high production standards under tight deadlines.
Creative Arts & Media Director at Community Hope Church
June 1, 2013 - August 1, 2015Directed all technical and media operations, including graphic design, signage, and live stream production. Produced weekly sermon video bumpers, podcasts, and event promotions from concept to completion. Recruited, trained, and led a volunteer team of camera operators, sound engineers, and technical directors.
Digital Media Editor/Producer at Palm Beach Atlantic University
August 1, 2015 - June 1, 2018Oversaw production and recording of chapel services, concerts, graduations, and events. Worked on a team to film and edit videos for the university to use internally and externally. Created videos for training purposes in addition to training on-site.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Cinema/TV Production at Palm Beach Atlantic University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
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