I build video departments and lead creative teams for enterprise software companies. Over 12 years, I’ve gone from hands-on producer to running full video operations — hiring teams, managing budgets, owning strategy, and shipping the work. I’m as comfortable presenting to an executive team as I am animating in After Effects. Currently exploring interactive animation with Rive, because I believe real-time, interactive content is where this industry is heading.

Clayton Light

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I build video departments and lead creative teams for enterprise software companies. Over 12 years, I’ve gone from hands-on producer to running full video operations — hiring teams, managing budgets, owning strategy, and shipping the work. I’m as comfortable presenting to an executive team as I am animating in After Effects. Currently exploring interactive animation with Rive, because I believe real-time, interactive content is where this industry is heading.

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I build video departments and lead creative teams for enterprise software companies. Over 12 years, I’ve gone from hands-on producer to running full video operations — hiring teams, managing budgets, owning strategy, and shipping the work.

I’m as comfortable presenting to an executive team as I am animating in After Effects. Currently exploring interactive animation with Rive, because I believe real-time, interactive content is where this industry is heading.

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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.
Senior Marketing Video Producer at Conga
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Ran video operations for an enterprise SaaS platform through a major merger. Owned the full rebrand across every video and motion asset. Built standardized production workflows that cut turnaround time by 30%. Managed all vendor relationships and external production partners.
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, 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.
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, 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.
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, 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.
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
Bachelor of Arts in Communications at Vanguard University of Southern California, Costa Mesa, CA
January 11, 2030 - January 24, 2026
Associate of Arts in Music at Central Washington University, Ellensburg, WA
January 11, 2030 - January 24, 2026
Bachelor of Arts at Vanguard University of Southern California, Costa Mesa, CA
January 11, 2030 - January 24, 2026
Associate of Arts at Central Washington University, Ellensburg, WA
January 11, 2030 - January 24, 2026
BA in Communications — Video Production at Vanguard University of Southern California
January 11, 2030 - May 20, 2026
AA in Music — Performance Percussion at Central Washington University
January 11, 2030 - May 20, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Telecommunications
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