I’m Elmer Blaikie, a video editor and content creator who works end-to-end—from filming and editing to publishing. I’m experienced in producing institutional and documentary-style content as well as running my own desert-exploration YouTube/TikTok channel, where I write, shoot, edit, design thumbnails, and analyze performance to keep improving retention and pacing. I’m comfortable across both short-form and long-form workflows, using tools like Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects to craft engaging storytelling and clean audio/color. Over the past year, my independently produced channel has generated 370K+ combined views and 500+ watch hours, and my professional background includes helping teams and students create effective media at California State University, San Marcos.…

Elmer Blaikie

I’m Elmer Blaikie, a video editor and content creator who works end-to-end—from filming and editing to publishing. I’m experienced in producing institutional and documentary-style content as well as running my own desert-exploration YouTube/TikTok channel, where I write, shoot, edit, design thumbnails, and analyze performance to keep improving retention and pacing. I’m comfortable across both short-form and long-form workflows, using tools like Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects to craft engaging storytelling and clean audio/color. Over the past year, my independently produced channel has generated 370K+ combined views and 500+ watch hours, and my professional background includes helping teams and students create effective media at California State University, San Marcos.…

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I’m Elmer Blaikie, a video editor and content creator who works end-to-end—from filming and editing to publishing. I’m experienced in producing institutional and documentary-style content as well as running my own desert-exploration YouTube/TikTok channel, where I write, shoot, edit, design thumbnails, and analyze performance to keep improving retention and pacing.

I’m comfortable across both short-form and long-form workflows, using tools like Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects to craft engaging storytelling and clean audio/color. Over the past year, my independently produced channel has generated 370K+ combined views and 500+ watch hours, and my professional background includes helping teams and students create effective media at California State University, San Marcos.

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Work Experience

Media Production Specialist at California State University, San Marcos
March 1, 2022 - Present
Shoot and edit creative and educational video content; photograph faculty, students, and events with artistic direction. Train students and faculty on creative software and media tools. Design visual materials and tutorials to support learning, and lead workshops on digital storytelling and media literacy.
Classroom & AV Support Technician at California State University, San Marcos
February 1, 2016 - March 1, 2022
Supported creative classrooms and digital learning environments using multimedia and AV systems. Collaborated with faculty on technology integration and maintained classroom/digital media support for teaching and learning.

Education

Master of Art and Technology at University of Oklahoma, Norman
January 11, 2030 - September 28, 2026
Master of Arts in Humanities at California State University, Northridge
January 11, 2030 - September 28, 2026
Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts at California State University, San Marcos
January 11, 2030 - September 28, 2026

Qualifications

Adobe Creative Cloud (self-trained + on-the-job mastery)
January 11, 2030 - September 28, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education