Hi, I’m Russell Horning, a content editor and digital creator based in Atlanta. I’ve spent eight years crafting viral short-form videos for TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, focusing on tight pacing, compelling hooks, clean captions, and audio syncing that keep viewers watching. I enjoy turning ideas into shareable moments and collaborating with creators and brands to tell authentic stories. I specialize in UGC production, branded storytelling, and platform-optimized edits. I thrive in fast-turnaround environments and love helping influencers and major brands reach new audiences with engaging, high-retention content.

Russell Horning

Hi, I’m Russell Horning, a content editor and digital creator based in Atlanta. I’ve spent eight years crafting viral short-form videos for TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, focusing on tight pacing, compelling hooks, clean captions, and audio syncing that keep viewers watching. I enjoy turning ideas into shareable moments and collaborating with creators and brands to tell authentic stories. I specialize in UGC production, branded storytelling, and platform-optimized edits. I thrive in fast-turnaround environments and love helping influencers and major brands reach new audiences with engaging, high-retention content.

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Hi, I’m Russell Horning, a content editor and digital creator based in Atlanta. I’ve spent eight years crafting viral short-form videos for TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, focusing on tight pacing, compelling hooks, clean captions, and audio syncing that keep viewers watching. I enjoy turning ideas into shareable moments and collaborating with creators and brands to tell authentic stories.

I specialize in UGC production, branded storytelling, and platform-optimized edits. I thrive in fast-turnaround environments and love helping influencers and major brands reach new audiences with engaging, high-retention content.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Content Editor & Digital Creator at The Backpack Kid
January 1, 2017 - November 12, 2025
Edited high-engagement videos across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube for a multi-million-follower audience. Produced viral content with tight pacing, strong hooks, clean captions, and synced audio. Created skits, promos, lifestyle pieces, music clips, and UGC-style videos with fast turnaround. Managed editing workflow including shooting, organizing footage, cutting, sound syncing, and polishing for upload.
UGC Creator & Editor at The Backpack Kid
January 1, 2017 - November 12, 2025
Produced ad-ready videos for brands, handling scripting, filming, editing, and delivery. Shot natural-feeling product demos, lifestyle reviews, and branded storytelling clips. Delivered polished edits optimized for vertical formats and viewer retention.
Influencer Brand Collaborations at The Backpack Kid
January 1, 2017 - November 12, 2025
Worked with major national and global brands through content creation, commercial shoots, appearances, and promotional editing.

Education

High School Diploma at Gwinnett County, GA
January 11, 2030 - November 12, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services