Video Editor • Videographer • Specializing in Brand-Aligned Video Content.

Peter Midwa

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Video Editor • Videographer • Specializing in Brand-Aligned Video Content.

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Video Editor • Videographer • Specializing in Brand-Aligned Video Content.

Work Experience

Freelance Video Editor at Freelance
June 30, 2025 - Present
• Managed end-to-end video projects and edited content alongside marketing teams, producing 10+ high-quality videos weekly to support brand visibility and customer engagement. • Managed the post-production process for a major educational channel (400+ subscribers), resulting in a 30% increase in viewer engagement and a 20% rise in followers. • Developed and implemented innovative motion graphics that improved video quality, contributing to a 25% increase in viewer retention. • Collaborated with executive teams to ensure high production standards, meeting tight deadlines and maintaining brand consistency. • Streamlined the digital asset management process, reducing file retrieval times and improving workflow efficiency. • Researched and implemented advanced AI editing techniques and software, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
Video Editor & Videographer at HAAS Alert
January 3, 2023 - July 29, 2025
Edited product demos and explainers for HAAS Alert, boosting viewer engagement by 30% and strengthening sales enablement. Delivered clear, polished visuals that improved audience retention and simplified complex technology.
Multimedia Video Editor & Videographer at Columbia College Chicago
August 3, 2021 - December 28, 2022
Edited storytelling and interview-based videos that boosted engagement by 25% and improved viewer retention by 20%. Combined interviews with b-roll to create emotional, student-focused content and delivered polished, social-ready edits.

Education

M.A Civic Media at Columbia College Chicago
August 16, 2021 - December 30, 2022
B.A Cinema Arts & Science at Columbia College Chicago
August 7, 2012 - December 30, 2016

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization
    paper [Corporate Brand Video] Rae'Mah Henderson - Techstars

    As part of Techstars’ Flagship Healthcare Accelerator Program, I edited this corporate brand video featuring Rae’Mah Henderson to invite founders working in health, technology, and AI to apply to the program. The piece was used online to show innovators how Techstars supports breakthrough ideas aimed at improving patient care, access, affordability, and quality.

    paper [Corporate Brand Video] Field Trip Health Clinic (Atlanta)

    At Field Trip Health Clinic, healing begins with possibility. I edited this brand video to guide viewers through the clinic’s evidence-based, legal psychedelic therapies—crafted to help people move through anxiety, depression, and emotional barriers with compassion, science, and care. The video offers an inviting, hopeful look at what modern mental wellness can feel like.

    paper [Social Ad Video] Columbia College Chicago_Charlie's Story

    As part of my work with Columbia College Chicago, I captured and edited this story following Charlie Curtis-Beard as he develops his music production craft through access to professional studios, gear, and audio software. Used as a YouTube ad, the goal was to motivate prospective students by showcasing Columbia’s high-level creative facilities and hands-on learning environment.

    paper [Social Ad Video] An Interview with Chase Infiniti-22-Columbia College Chicago

    I edited this feature on Chase Infiniti for Columbia College Chicago, highlighting her breakout role opposite Leonardo DiCaprio in One Battle After Another, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. Anderson described her character as “the heart of the film,” placing her at the center of one of Hollywood’s most anticipated projects. Used as a YouTube ad, the end goal was to inspire prospective students by showing how Columbia training can propel alumni toward career-defining opportunities.

    paper [Instagram Reel] New Climate Futures

    I edited this Climate Week recap for Newlab, highlighting the first annual New Climate Futures event that convened over 1,000 participants and featured 55 climate-tech solutions from startups in the Newlab network. Created as an Instagram Reel, the aim was to distill a massive, multi-day event into a punchy, visually compelling format that builds excitement, widens reach, and communicates Newlab’s leadership in climate innovation.

    paper [Instagram Story] Being a Woman Has Never Been a Limitation

    I edited this Instagram story to elevate Dr. Andi Jean’s message of strength and possibility—celebrating womanhood as her greatest advantage and transforming doubt into determination with every frame.

    paper [Short-Form Documentary] One Chicago

    Produced for Off The Street Club, this campaign piece—which I edited with emotional pacing and narrative intention—became a core asset in their CH1CAGO initiative. It brought online viewers into the reality that two very different childhoods exist in Chicago, urging supporters to help provide safety and community for West Side youth living with the threat of gun violence.

    paper [Product Showcase] Amoeboids

    For this project, I edited an ultra-premium animated explainer crafted for Amoeboids, a trailblazer in the Atlassian ecosystem. This cut combines illustration-driven visuals with smooth animation to create a cohesive, high-taste brand experience. It’s designed not only to introduce the company but to leave viewers with a clear sense of trust and credibility — ultimately guiding them toward taking the next step in learning more.

    paper [Educational Video] I'm 45. If You're in Your 30s Watch This

    I edited this video for Dan Go, crafting a message aimed at busy business owners who want to get lean, energetic, and healthy without sacrificing their lifestyle. The end goal was to direct viewers to his core resources—applying for private coaching at and joining his 480,000-subscriber high-performance newsletter.

    paper [Short-Form Documentary] Martell - Breakthrough

    For Breakthrough—a Chicago-based nonprofit that partners with people to build connections—I edited Martell’s story to highlight his leadership and the impact of community integration and transformative relationships. The film was later featured at the 2022 Annual Benefit.

    paper [Product Demo Video] Safety Cloud - Every Moment

    I edited this demo for HAAS Alert to highlight Safety Cloud®, the digital alerting system that warns drivers of emergency vehicles, roadside crews, and hazards in real time. The goal was to support sales enablement by giving agencies a clear, concise understanding of why adopting Safety Cloud leads to safer roads and fewer collisions.

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