I'm Clayton Light, a motion designer and video production leader with 20+ years of experience shaping critical motion assets for global brands. I excel at leading cross-functional teams, aligning creative output with business objectives, and delivering results under tight deadlines. I bring a sharp eye for detail, design, and motion, and I stay ahead of trends in animation, 3D, AR/VR, and immersive environments. I value collaboration and emotional intelligence to mentor teams and maintain high quality standards across complex productions.…

Clayton Light

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I'm Clayton Light, a motion designer and video production leader with 20+ years of experience shaping critical motion assets for global brands. I excel at leading cross-functional teams, aligning creative output with business objectives, and delivering results under tight deadlines. I bring a sharp eye for detail, design, and motion, and I stay ahead of trends in animation, 3D, AR/VR, and immersive environments. I value collaboration and emotional intelligence to mentor teams and maintain high quality standards across complex productions.…

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I’m Clayton Light, a motion designer and video production leader with 20+ years of experience shaping critical motion assets for global brands. I excel at leading cross-functional teams, aligning creative output with business objectives, and delivering results under tight deadlines.

I bring a sharp eye for detail, design, and motion, and I stay ahead of trends in animation, 3D, AR/VR, and immersive environments. I value collaboration and emotional intelligence to mentor teams and maintain high quality standards across complex productions.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Marketing Video Manager at Conga
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Led comprehensive video operations for an enterprise software company following a major merger, established standardized workflows increasing production efficiency by 40%, collaborated with executive leadership to shape video strategy, and oversaw vendor relationships and external production partnerships.
Video Marketing Manager at Apttus
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Built and managed a new video marketing department, developed end-to-end strategy for planning, production, and distribution, led cross-functional teams, implemented project management systems that reduced production timelines by 30%, and managed annual video budgets to ensure on-budget delivery.
Motion Graphics Producer at Rdio
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Supervised the motion graphics pipeline for a consumer music platform, coordinated production workflows across UX, social, web, and broadcast channels, managed freelance talent and external partnerships, and established quality control processes ensuring brand consistency across video content.
Co-founder / Producer at SplendidLight
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Co-founded and operated a full-service video production company, managed Fortune 500 client relationships (e.g., Toshiba America, Robert Mondavi, McDonnell Douglas) and led creative teams of 5–25 professionals on high-visibility projects. Built and scaled business operations, including workflow systems, equipment procurement, and facility management, growing revenue to seven figures.
Senior Marketing Video Manager at Conga
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Lead all motion graphics projects for social and web, providing thought-provoking feedback and guidance across creative works. Managed complete rebranding initiative across all video assets and marketing materials, establishing a consistent motion design language. Established standardized workflows that increased production efficiency by 40%. Collaborated with executive leadership to develop video strategy supporting company-wide initiatives, leveraging key insights to align content with objectives. Oversaw vendor relationships and external production partnerships, advising on CG workflows including animation and visual effects.
Video Marketing Manager at Apttus
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2022
Built and managed video marketing department from ground up. Developed comprehensive video strategy encompassing planning, production, and distribution. Led cross-functional teams including designers, writers, and external contractors. Implemented project management systems that reduced production timelines by 30%.
Motion Graphics Producer at Rdio
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Supervised motion graphics pipeline for consumer music platform. Coordinated production workflows across UX, social media, web, and broadcast channels.
Co-founder / Producer at SplendidLight
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2015
Founded and operated full-service video production company. Managed client relationships with Fortune 500 companies including Toshiba America, Robert Mondavi, McDonnell Douglas, Carl’s Jr., Harcourt Brace Publications. Led creative teams of 5-25 professionals on high-visibility projects.

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Communications - Emphasis in Video Production at Vanguard University of Southern California, Costa Mesa, CA
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Associate of Arts, Music - Emphasis in Performance Percussion at Central Washington University, Ellensburg, WA
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Bachelor of Arts, Communications - Emphasis in Video Production at Vanguard University, Costa Mesa, CA
January 11, 2030 - December 16, 2025
Associate of Arts, Music - Emphasis in Performance Percussion at Central Washington University, Ellensburg, WA
January 11, 2030 - December 16, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services
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