I'm a versatile digital content creator focused on storytelling through photos and moving images, with a passion for turning complex messages into clear, engaging visuals. I specialize in political storytelling and social-first video, delivering fast-turnaround content that moves people and communicates the message. Over the years I've collaborated with organizations like the New Hampshire Democratic Party, Framingham Mayor’s Office, NESN, and various universities to craft cohesive messaging and high-impact content. I'm based in the greater Boston area, working as a freelancer and as a digital content specialist.

Benjamin van der Voet

I'm a versatile digital content creator focused on storytelling through photos and moving images, with a passion for turning complex messages into clear, engaging visuals. I specialize in political storytelling and social-first video, delivering fast-turnaround content that moves people and communicates the message. Over the years I've collaborated with organizations like the New Hampshire Democratic Party, Framingham Mayor’s Office, NESN, and various universities to craft cohesive messaging and high-impact content. I'm based in the greater Boston area, working as a freelancer and as a digital content specialist.

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I’m a versatile digital content creator focused on storytelling through photos and moving images, with a passion for turning complex messages into clear, engaging visuals. I specialize in political storytelling and social-first video, delivering fast-turnaround content that moves people and communicates the message.

Over the years I’ve collaborated with organizations like the New Hampshire Democratic Party, Framingham Mayor’s Office, NESN, and various universities to craft cohesive messaging and high-impact content. I’m based in the greater Boston area, working as a freelancer and as a digital content specialist.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Digital Content Manager at Canine Academy of Berwick
August 15, 2021 - July 26, 2024
• Responsible for managing and producing digital media content for the company. • Working within sales talking with clients regularly creating customized plans and estimates to fit their needs • Editing and animating video content and logos to be shared across social media platforms and websites.
Digital Content Specialist at Bridgewater State University
August 29, 2022 - December 27, 2024
• Helping manage institutional social media channels for the BSU's Office of Social Media and Digital Content • Regularly working within Adobe Suite • Involving significant amounts of peer interaction; perfecting social skills within the work field • Photography and videography, from all levels of pre-production, production, and post production
Communications Intern at City of Framingham
May 19, 2025 - September 5, 2025
• Collaborated with multiple city departments to develop cohesive messaging and visual assets for public outreach • Created engaging digital content to inform and involve residents in civic participation with a focus on reaching underrepresented and younger communities • Attended and documented local government meetings and political events
Content Creator at Self, Freelance
May 22, 2023 - Present
• Created animated logo animations for businesses and independent creators to best optimize their online and social media presences and increase follower and client engagement. • Worked frequently with software such as Adobe After Effects, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Premiere, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Lightroom Classic. • Communicated with clients on a regular basis to add revisions to their project within a strict deadline time. • Photographer and videographer for businesses and independent clients
Contract Content Creator at NHDP
January 6, 2025 - Present
• Created digital content for NHDP campaigns, focusing on video and social media strategy to engage and mobilize voters • Work includes video editing, motion graphics, and storytelling tailored to political digital strategy • Collaborate with campaign teams to ensure content aligns with broader communication goals
Digital Content Manager at Canine Academy
December 31, 2024 - September 15, 2025
Led digital content creation including photography and videography; developed social media content strategy and visuals for brand campaigns.
Digital Content Specialist at Bridgewater State University
December 31, 2024 - September 15, 2025
Managed digital content for university channels; produced photos, videos, and web assets; supported institutional communications.
Sole Proprietor - Freelance Videographer/Photographer at Freelance / Self-Employed
January 1, 2022 - Present
Specialize in lifestyle photography and commercial videography; create 3D models and animations; apply visual effects using Adobe After Effects.
Campaign Content Creator at New Hampshire Democratic Party (NHDP)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Created all related digital content for campaign initiatives, including Ray Buckley for Chair and Maura Sullivan for 1st Vice Chair & House; produced photos and video assets.
Communications Intern at City of Framingham
January 1, 2025 - Present
Created engaging content promoting city initiatives; collaborated with multiple city departments to develop cohesive messaging and visual assets for public outreach.
Sole Proprietor - Freelance Videographer/Photographer at Bridgewater State University
January 1, 2022 - Present
Specialize in lifestyle photography and commercial videography. Animating graphics using Adobe After Effects, creating 3D models and animations, and applying visual effects to enhance video projects. Versatile digital content creator with a focus on political storytelling, social-first video, and motion-driven design.
Digital Content Specialist at Bridgewater State University
December 1, 2024 - September 15, 2025
Specialize in lifestyle photography and commercial videography; animating graphics using Adobe After Effects, creating 3D models and animations, and applying visual effects to video projects.
Campaign Content Creator at Bridgewater State University
January 1, 2025 - Present
Created photo and video content for BSU’s institutional social media and websites; established a new, collaborative process involving peers and supervisors to deliver higher-impact, larger-scale projects.
Campaign Content Creator at New Hampshire Democratic Party (NHDP)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Campaign content creator developing all related digital content for campaigns, including photos and videos for Ray Buckley and Maura Sullivan's campaigns; created cohesive messaging and assets for public outreach; collaborated with multiple city departments to plan initiatives; established faster content turnaround processes to deliver high-impact materials.
Digital Content Manager at Canine Academy
December 31, 2024 - September 15, 2025
Head digital content manager, spearheading social media content strategy that tripled engagement; oversaw photography and videography for campaigns; produced lifestyle photography and commercial videography; animated graphics using After Effects and created 3D models and animations to enhance video projects.
Digital Content Specialist at Bridgewater State University
December 1, 2024 - September 15, 2025
Digital Content Specialist supporting campus communications; creating digital content and assets for university channels.
Sole Proprietor - Freelance Videographer/Photographer at Self-employed
January 1, 2022 - Present
Specialize in lifestyle photography and commercial videography; animating graphics using After Effects; creating 3D models and animations; applying visual effects to enhance video projects; focused on political storytelling and social-first content.
Campaign Content Creator at NHD Campaign
January 1, 2025 - Present
Create all related digital content for the campaign; manage social media assets and visuals for Ray Buckley (Chair) and Maura Sullivan (1st Vice Chair) campaigns; serve as house photographer and videographer for events.
Communications Intern at City of Framingham
January 1, 2025 - Present
Create engaging content promoting city initiatives; collaborate with multiple city departments to develop cohesive messaging and visual assets for public outreach.
Digital Content Specialist at Bridgewater State University
December 31, 2024 - September 15, 2025
Led social media video content for BSU’s institutional channels and websites; established a new process to collaborate with peers and supervisors for bigger, better projects.
Sole Proprietor - Freelance Video Photographer / Photographer at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2022 - Present
Specialize in lifestyle photography and commercial videography; create graphics and animations using After Effects, including 3D models and motion effects.
Digital Content Manager at Canine Academy
December 1, 2024 - September 15, 2025
Led digital content strategy and production, building cross-platform assets and processes; tripled social media engagement; collaborated with peers and supervisors to turn complex messages into engaging content for public outreach.
Sole Proprietor - Freelance Video Editor/Photographer at Bridgewater State University
January 1, 2022 - Present
Specialize in lifestyle photography and commercial videography; animate graphics using After Effects; create 3D models and animations; apply visual effects to enhance video projects. Focus on political storytelling, social-first video, and motion-driven design; work with organizations to deliver high-impact content.
Campaign Content Creator at New Hampshire Democratic Party (campaigns for Ray Buckley and Maura Sullivan)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Create all related digital content for campaigns including Ray Buckley for Chair and Maura Sullivan for 1st Vice Chair; produced house photographer and videographer events; promoted city initiatives for public outreach; collaborated with City of Framingham and other departments to develop cohesive messaging and visual assets.
Digital Content Specialist at Bridgewater State University
December 31, 2024 - September 15, 2025
Specialized in lifestyle photography and commercial videography; animated graphics using Adobe After Effects; created 3D models and animations; applied visual effects to enhance video projects. Social media viewer counts tripled; established a new process involving peers and supervisors to collaboratively create better, bigger projects.
Campaign Content Creator at Ray Buckley for Chair / Maura Sullivan Campaigns
January 1, 2025 - Present
Created all related digital content for campaign events, including photography and videography; developed messaging and visuals for campaign communications.
Communications Intern at City of Framingham
January 1, 2025 - Present
Created engaging content promoting city initiatives; collaborated with multiple city departments to develop cohesive messaging and visual assets for public outreach.
Digital Content Manager at Canine Academy
December 31, 2024 - September 15, 2025
Spearheaded a social media content strategy that tripled engagement; managed digital content across platforms and collaborated with teams to optimize reach.
Digital Content Specialist at Bridgewater State University
December 1, 2024 - September 15, 2025
Spearheaded BSU's institutional social media and website content; established new processes with peers and superiors to collaboratively create better, more cohesive projects.
Sole Proprietor - Freelance Videographer/Photographer at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2022 - Present
Specialized in lifestyle photography and commercial videography; animated graphics using Adobe After Effects; created 3D models and animations; applied visual effects to enhance video projects.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Bridgewater State University
August 29, 2022 - December 27, 2024
Major in: Communications Concentration: Video production Minor: Digital Media
Bachelor of Communications, Concentration in Film; Minor in Digital Media at Bridgewater State University
August 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Bachelor of Communications at Bridgewater State University
August 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Bachelor of Communications at Bridgewater State University
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025
Bachelor of Communications, Concentration in Film; Minor in Digital Media at Bridgewater State University
August 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Bachelor's in Film, Minor in Digital Media at Bridgewater State University
August 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024

Qualifications

Bachelor of Communications
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025

Industry Experience

Government, Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Software & Internet