I’m Omar Farlow, a video editor and producer with 20+ years of experience shaping news, corporate, and creative content. I thrive in fast-paced environments, excel at asset management, and collaborate across departments to deliver polished stories on time. From newsroom desks to studio sets, I lead projects from concept through delivery, balancing technical excellence with a friendly, team-first approach. I’ve overseen editorial workflows for major brands, driven audience engagement, and built efficient processes that keep media moving smoothly.

Omar Farlow

I’m Omar Farlow, a video editor and producer with 20+ years of experience shaping news, corporate, and creative content. I thrive in fast-paced environments, excel at asset management, and collaborate across departments to deliver polished stories on time. From newsroom desks to studio sets, I lead projects from concept through delivery, balancing technical excellence with a friendly, team-first approach. I’ve overseen editorial workflows for major brands, driven audience engagement, and built efficient processes that keep media moving smoothly.

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I’m Omar Farlow, a video editor and producer with 20+ years of experience shaping news, corporate, and creative content. I thrive in fast-paced environments, excel at asset management, and collaborate across departments to deliver polished stories on time.

From newsroom desks to studio sets, I lead projects from concept through delivery, balancing technical excellence with a friendly, team-first approach. I’ve overseen editorial workflows for major brands, driven audience engagement, and built efficient processes that keep media moving smoothly.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Video Editor at E.W. Scripps News (Morning Rush)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Edited and managed content across broadcast, digital, and internal platforms using SAN workflows; collaborated with newsroom staff, field crews, and producers to ensure editorial quality and timely delivery; increased Morning Rush viewership by 73% between Dec 2023 and Sept 2024; monitored media storage systems to boost efficiency; oversaw file formats, ingest protocols, and delivery standards across departments.
Photojournalist / Motion Graphics Editor at DCTV DeKalb County
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Shot and edited government-related news and event content using Adobe Creative Suite; delivered multiple editorial packages daily under deadline; applied post-production techniques including audio mixing, color correction, and VFX integration.
Executive Producer / Photographer / Video Editor at Omar Farlow Photography
January 1, 2015 - Present
Produced, shot, and edited creative content for commercial and cultural brands; directed high-end studio, corporate, and live event visuals for brands including Ford, ADP, Points Bet, and ONE Musicfest; managed all project logistics from pre-production to final delivery.
Lead Editor / Associate Producer at WSB - TV (ABC Affiliate)
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2018
Edited packages, teases, and segments for top-rated local and national broadcasts; oversaw editorial planning and media archival workflows; partnered with producers and control room teams to deliver nightly news broadcasts.

Education

Bachelor of Arts – Mass Communications (Radio, Television & Film) at Morris Brown College
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026

Qualifications

Adobe Certified (Premiere, After Effects – self-trained)
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services