Grey brings over six years of experience as an editor with creative agencies, major online platforms, and documentary production companies. He has worked with high-profile clients like Coca-Cola, The New York Times, Chase, and Meta, among others. His specialized focus and greatest passion lie in documentary filmmaking, where he has earned recognition for emotionally driven storytelling and continues to deepen his craft. He was a selected documentary fellow for the UnionDocs CoLab Fellowship, and his first independent short film was named a finalist at DOC LA. He is also an active member of The Alliance of Documentary Editors, reflecting his ongoing commitment to the documentary community and the evolution of his practice. A trusted resource for distilling complex ideas into focused narratives. He works closely with creatives and directors to quickly shape films from limited information, transforming early stage scripts and loose concepts into cohesive, visually impactful work.

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Grey brings over six years of experience as an editor with creative agencies, major online platforms, and documentary production companies. He has worked with high-profile clients like Coca-Cola, The New York Times, Chase, and Meta, among others. His specialized focus and greatest passion lie in documentary filmmaking, where he has earned recognition for emotionally driven storytelling and continues to deepen his craft. He was a selected documentary fellow for the UnionDocs CoLab Fellowship, and his first independent short film was named a finalist at DOC LA. He is also an active member of The Alliance of Documentary Editors, reflecting his ongoing commitment to the documentary community and the evolution of his practice. A trusted resource for distilling complex ideas into focused narratives. He works closely with creatives and directors to quickly shape films from limited information, transforming early stage scripts and loose concepts into cohesive, visually impactful work.

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Grey brings over six years of experience as an editor with creative agencies, major online platforms, and documentary production companies. He has worked with high-profile clients like Coca-Cola, The New York Times, Chase, and Meta, among others.

His specialized focus and greatest passion lie in documentary filmmaking, where he has earned recognition for emotionally driven storytelling and continues to deepen his craft. He was a selected documentary fellow for the UnionDocs CoLab Fellowship, and his first independent short film was named a finalist at DOC LA. He is also an active member of The Alliance of Documentary Editors, reflecting his ongoing commitment to the documentary community and the evolution of his practice.

A trusted resource for distilling complex ideas into focused narratives. He works closely with creatives and directors to quickly shape films from limited information, transforming early stage scripts and loose concepts into cohesive, visually impactful work.

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Work Experience

Video Editor at Ogilvy New York
January 1, 2025 - Present
Editing high-profile Coca-Cola campaigns, collaborating with agency creatives to craft sizzle reels, concept films, and develop fresh ideas for campaign development and storytelling.
Video Editor / Colorist at Droga5
February 1, 2020 - November 1, 2024
Edited high-profile projects for Paramount, The New York Times, JPMorgan Chase, Airbnb, Facebook, Harley-Davidson, Under Armour, and others. Collaborated with animators, producers, and creatives to deliver polished content tailored to diverse brand voices. Served as an in-house resource for color grading, utilizing DaVinci Resolve to elevate project aesthetics.
Documentary Filmmaker at Union Docs
October 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022
Selected for a prestigious fellowship focusing on innovative approaches to documentary arts. Developed a collaborative project with emerging media artists from the U.S. and abroad, exploring contemporary storytelling methods.
Production Associate at Bophana Center
August 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018
Assisted with restoring audio and video content from field interviews for feature-length documentaries. Transcribed and organized archival footage for multimedia projects. Supported producers in enhancing the Center’s online presence through innovative content strategies.
Assistant Editor at Convicts
October 1, 2017 - May 1, 2018
Filmed and edited projects for Nike, EDITION Hotels, PUBLIC Hotel, The Surf Lodge, Sarah Bahbah, and more. Documented events like the Women’s March, #MeToo Movement, and March for Our Lives with quick-turnaround delivery for online distribution.
Post Production Assistant at Warrior Poets
November 1, 2016 - March 1, 2017
Conducted research for feature documentaries and television series in development. Transcribed footage and provided organizational support for projects from inception to completion.

Education

B.A. in Digital Innovation, Film & Television at Xavier University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016
Workshop at Color Pipeline Workshop
April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024

Qualifications

Color Pipeline Workshop: Setting the Look in Production with Kevin Shaw
April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services