I am a creative and innovative digital storyteller specializing in high-impact video and multimedia production. I drive brand growth through compelling visual narratives across internal and external channels, collaborating with C-suite and senior leadership to deliver strategic, results-driven content. I’m an award-winning Director of Photography and Video Editor who leads creative teams, modernizes production workflows, and elevates brand reputation. I have led global multimedia initiatives across professional services and media brands, and I’m passionate about harnessing AI and modern tools to streamline production and storytelling.

Dan Coles

I am a creative and innovative digital storyteller specializing in high-impact video and multimedia production. I drive brand growth through compelling visual narratives across internal and external channels, collaborating with C-suite and senior leadership to deliver strategic, results-driven content. I’m an award-winning Director of Photography and Video Editor who leads creative teams, modernizes production workflows, and elevates brand reputation. I have led global multimedia initiatives across professional services and media brands, and I’m passionate about harnessing AI and modern tools to streamline production and storytelling.

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I am a creative and innovative digital storyteller specializing in high-impact video and multimedia production. I drive brand growth through compelling visual narratives across internal and external channels, collaborating with C-suite and senior leadership to deliver strategic, results-driven content.

I’m an award-winning Director of Photography and Video Editor who leads creative teams, modernizes production workflows, and elevates brand reputation. I have led global multimedia initiatives across professional services and media brands, and I’m passionate about harnessing AI and modern tools to streamline production and storytelling.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Multimedia Production Lead at Crowe LLP
March 1, 2022 - Present
Lead visual storyteller responsible for conceiving, producing, and delivering multimedia content across all digital channels. Advance the firm’s brand through innovative content, campaigns, and visual strategy. Partner with executives to create tailored video content supporting business-unit goals. Drive consistency in messaging and high production value across corporate communications and marketing.
Vice President of Multimedia at BNY Mellon
March 1, 2020 - March 1, 2022
Core member of the Brand, Creative, and Content Strategy Leadership team, accelerating business growth through creative and outcome-driven multimedia innovation. Directed high-level visual storytelling projects across lines of business and corporate functions, partnering with Executives, Leadership, Marketing, and Communications. Modernized and implemented new best practices for global in-person and virtual production, elevating brand aesthetics, storytelling quality, and operational efficiency. Collaborated with Technology to scale multimedia infrastructure supporting future enterprise growth.
Manager, Corporate Communications / Lead Videographer & Editor at KPMG
September 1, 2014 - February 1, 2020
Produced executive-level content to increase brand awareness and support business development across internal and external channels. Managed full video production lifecycle, including studio operations at 345 Park Avenue. Trained executives and employees on on-camera performance and communications best practices. Designed a firmwide visual “look book” establishing a unified aesthetic across the brand. Earned 15 Telly Awards for digital storytelling, cinematography, and editing.
Videographer & Editor at QVC
January 1, 2011 - August 1, 2014
Collaborated with Creative Directors to film and edit product content for national television broadcast. Developed distinct visual styles for various product lines, enhancing brand consistency and viewer engagement.

Education

B.S. in Television/Radio, Concentration in Video Production at Ithaca College
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2004

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Financial Services, Professional Services, Retail