Videographer, editor, and director with hands-on experience creating story-driven content for social media platforms and marketing teams, as well as creative narrative films and music videos. Skilled in post-production workflows, camera operation, lighting, sound, and creative brainstorming. Dedicated to collaborating with an inspiring team and creating inclusive, accessible projects that serve our artistic communities.

Leah Kay

Videographer, editor, and director with hands-on experience creating story-driven content for social media platforms and marketing teams, as well as creative narrative films and music videos. Skilled in post-production workflows, camera operation, lighting, sound, and creative brainstorming. Dedicated to collaborating with an inspiring team and creating inclusive, accessible projects that serve our artistic communities.

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Videographer, editor, and director with hands-on experience creating story-driven content for social media platforms and marketing teams, as well as creative narrative films and music videos. Skilled in post-production workflows, camera operation, lighting, sound, and creative brainstorming. Dedicated to collaborating with an inspiring team and creating inclusive, accessible projects that serve our artistic communities.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Videographer & Editor at Northern Arizona University - University Marketing
October 25, 2023 - May 15, 2025
Produced digital promotional materials, including professional interviews, documentary-style B-roll, story-driven advertisements, and scripted content; collaborated daily with team members and operated camera, lighting, and audio equipment; communicated effectively with clients, talent, and internal stakeholders.
Photographer's Assistant at Arizona State University
July 1, 2022 - July 31, 2022
Vice President at NAU UTV Studios
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Leadership role overseeing studio operations, project planning, and team coordination within the university's studio program.
Vice President & Founding Officer at Women and Nonbinary Individuals in Film (WANBIF), Northern Arizona University
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Founding leadership position advocating for inclusive programming and opportunities for women and nonbinary individuals in film.
Founding Officer at Queer Cinema Series, Flagstaff, AZ
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Founded a campus/community film series highlighting LGBTQ+ cinema and storytelling.
Edge Leadership Experience at Northern Arizona University
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Participated in leadership development program focused on teamwork, communication, and project management.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Creative Media and Film, Emphasis in Independent Filmmaking; Minor in Art History at Northern Arizona University
August 1, 2022 - May 10, 2025
Summer Film Making Intensive at FAMU International, Prague, Czechia
June 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025

Qualifications

Rocky Mountain Emmy Awards 2022 - Best Student Production in Multimedia Journalism
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Nominated for Best Nonfiction Short Form
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Rocky Mountain Emmy Awards 2022 - Nominated for Best Fiction Short Film
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Los Angeles Independent Shorts Award 2025 - Silver Award for Best Student Short (Hot Asphalt)
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Outstanding Senior Award, Creative Media & Film Program, Northern Arizona University
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Mentor of the Year, NAU Film Festival
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Certified in Adobe Premiere Pro
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization