I have over 5 years of experience in content production, successfully delivering campaigns globally. My projects include TV commercials, social media campaigns, and branded documentaries. I have also integrated AI technology into various projects, enhancing workflows and creative output. I utilize social media management to interject SEO and AI tech into feeds, managing both on-location and live-streamed shoots. I coordinate remote client feedback in real time and work with international crews and talent. Every shoot I run focuses on efficiency, quality, and creative integrity.

Nicholas Leighton

I have over 5 years of experience in content production, successfully delivering campaigns globally. My projects include TV commercials, social media campaigns, and branded documentaries. I have also integrated AI technology into various projects, enhancing workflows and creative output. I utilize social media management to interject SEO and AI tech into feeds, managing both on-location and live-streamed shoots. I coordinate remote client feedback in real time and work with international crews and talent. Every shoot I run focuses on efficiency, quality, and creative integrity.

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I have over 5 years of experience in content production, successfully delivering campaigns globally. My projects include TV commercials, social media campaigns, and branded documentaries. I have also integrated AI technology into various projects, enhancing workflows and creative output.

I utilize social media management to interject SEO and AI tech into feeds, managing both on-location and live-streamed shoots. I coordinate remote client feedback in real time and work with international crews and talent. Every shoot I run focuses on efficiency, quality, and creative integrity.

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Work Experience

Producer / Director at South Easter Productions
January 1, 2021 - Present
Built, managed and automated a short form content production pipeline for daily client deliveries. Sourced, onboarded and managed a rotating pool of creators and contractors to maintain quality and speed. Directed multi-platform campaigns for brands. Integrated AI tools and API-based video generation into production workflows, reducing turnaround time by 40%. Tracked performance data to refine scripts, hooks and CTAs, increasing targeted engagement. Oversaw contracts, payments and onboarding for contractors, suppliers and UGC creators. Developed collaborations with influencers to expand reach and engagement.
Freelance Cinematographer, Photographer, Editor & Composer
January 1, 2021 - August 8, 2025
Produced brand imagery, campaigns, and documentary footage focusing on cinematic visual quality. Shot, edited and colour graded content. Composed and produced original music scores and sound design for advertising and branded content. Retouched and enhanced images using Adobe Photoshop and manual post-production workflows.
Producer / Director at South Easter Productions
January 1, 2021 - Present
Built, managed, and automated a short-form content production pipeline delivering content daily. Sourced, onboarded, and managed a rotating pool of creators and contractors to maintain quality and speed. Directed multi-platform campaigns for brands. Integrated AI tools and API-based video generation into production workflows, reducing turnaround time by 40%. Tracked performance data to refine scripts, hooks, and calls to action, increasing targeted engagement. Oversaw contracts, payments, and onboarding for contractors and creators. Developed collaborations with influencers to expand reach and engagement.
Freelance Cinematographer, Photographer, Editor & Composer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2021 - August 8, 2025
Produced brand imagery, campaigns, and documentary footage focusing on cinematic visual quality. Shot, edited, and colour graded content. Composed and produced original music scores and sound design for advertising and branded content. Retouched and enhanced images.

Education

BBA, Marketing at IMM Graduate School
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Diploma, Sound Engineering at Cape Audio College
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
BBA, Marketing at IMM Graduate School
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025
Diploma, Sound Engineering at Cape Audio College
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Consumer Goods, Retail