I am a creative and detail-oriented video editor with over 20 years of international experience producing short-form, educational, and family-friendly video content for social media. I specialize in YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and TikTok, using Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, and After Effects to craft visually engaging stories with accurate captions and accessible visuals. I thrive on turning complex topics into clear, compelling narratives and delivering content that resonates with diverse audiences. Collaborating with remote production teams, I manage end-to-end video workflows, apply brand-safe guidelines, and optimize videos for audience retention and platform algorithms. I’m passionate about making educational content approachable for children and families while maintaining editorial and ethical standards.

KAARMANBEK KULUEV

I am a creative and detail-oriented video editor with over 20 years of international experience producing short-form, educational, and family-friendly video content for social media. I specialize in YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and TikTok, using Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, and After Effects to craft visually engaging stories with accurate captions and accessible visuals. I thrive on turning complex topics into clear, compelling narratives and delivering content that resonates with diverse audiences. Collaborating with remote production teams, I manage end-to-end video workflows, apply brand-safe guidelines, and optimize videos for audience retention and platform algorithms. I’m passionate about making educational content approachable for children and families while maintaining editorial and ethical standards.

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I am a creative and detail-oriented video editor with over 20 years of international experience producing short-form, educational, and family-friendly video content for social media. I specialize in YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and TikTok, using Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, and After Effects to craft visually engaging stories with accurate captions and accessible visuals. I thrive on turning complex topics into clear, compelling narratives and delivering content that resonates with diverse audiences.

Collaborating with remote production teams, I manage end-to-end video workflows, apply brand-safe guidelines, and optimize videos for audience retention and platform algorithms. I’m passionate about making educational content approachable for children and families while maintaining editorial and ethical standards.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Digital Producer at Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (Current Time Asia)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Edited and produced short-form social media videos (30–90 seconds) generating over 60 million monthly views. Created educational explainers and visual storytelling content optimized for YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and TikTok. Added accurate captions and subtitles to all videos; ensured compliance with accessibility standards. Designed simple animations and infographics to improve viewer engagement and retention. Managed the video production workflow, version control, and collaborative remote post-production. Ensured content consistency with editorial and ethical standards for youth and family audiences.
Independent Media Consultant & Video Trainer at Independent Media Consultant & Video Trainer
January 1, 2017 - October 12, 2025
Produced educational video series and training materials for civic and youth audiences. Delivered over 30 trainings on mobile video production, social media editing, and content optimization. Advised NGOs and broadcasters on child-safe communication and digital learning strategies.
Communications Associate at United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office (UN RCO)
September 1, 2016 - October 12, 2025
Produced multimedia and social-first content for UN peacebuilding and education campaigns. Created motion-graphic explainers and accessible visuals for online audiences, including youth. Maintained video and graphic quality aligned with UN brand guidelines.
Acting General Director at Yntymak Public TV and Radio
September 1, 2013 - October 12, 2025
Supervised community-oriented TV production, including children’s educational programming. Introduced mobile-first video editing workflows and subtitling standards for broadcast and social media. Coordinated cross-functional production teams and ensured timely delivery of weekly content.
Senior Digital Producer at Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (Current Time Asia)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Edited and produced short-form social media videos (30–90 seconds) generating over 60 million monthly views. Created educational explainers and visual storytelling content optimized for YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and TikTok. Added accurate captions and subtitles to all videos; ensured compliance with accessibility standards. Designed simple animations and infographics to improve viewer engagement and retention. Managed the video production workflow, version control, and collaborative remote post-production. Ensured content consistency with editorial and ethical standards for youth and family audiences.
Independent Media Consultant & Video Trainer at Self-employed / Independent
January 1, 2017 - October 12, 2025
Produced educational video series and training materials for civic and youth audiences. Delivered over 30 trainings on mobile video production, social media editing, and content optimization. Advised NGOs and broadcasters on child-safe communication and digital learning strategies.
Communications Associate at United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office (UN RCO), Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
September 30, 2016 - October 12, 2025
Produced multimedia and social-first content for UN peacebuilding and education campaigns. Created motion-graphic explainers and accessible visuals for online audiences, including youth. Maintained video and graphic quality aligned with UN brand guidelines.
Acting General Director at Yntymak Public TV and Radio, Osh, Kyrgyzstan
September 30, 2013 - October 12, 2025
Supervised community-oriented TV production, including children’s educational programming. Introduced mobile-first video editing workflows and subtitling standards for broadcast and social media. Coordinated cross-functional production teams and ensured timely delivery of weekly content.
Senior Digital Producer at Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (Current Time Asia)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Edited and produced short-form social media videos (30–90 seconds) generating over 60 million monthly views. Created educational explainers and visual storytelling content optimized for YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and TikTok. Added accurate captions and subtitles; ensured accessibility. Designed simple animations and infographics to improve viewer engagement and retention. Managed the video production workflow, version control, and collaborative remote post-production. Ensured content consistency with editorial and ethical standards for youth and family audiences.
Independent Media Consultant & Video Trainer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2017 - October 12, 2025
Produced educational video series and training materials for civic and youth audiences. Delivered over 30 trainings on mobile video production, social media editing, and content optimization. Advised NGOs and broadcasters on child-safe communication and digital learning strategies.
Communications Associate at United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office (UN RCO)
September 1, 2016 - October 12, 2025
Produced multimedia and social-first content for UN peacebuilding and education campaigns. Created motion-graphic explainers and accessible visuals for online audiences, including youth. Maintained video and graphic quality aligned with UN brand guidelines.
Acting General Director at Yntymak Public TV and Radio
September 1, 2013 - October 12, 2025
Supervised community-oriented TV production, including children’s educational programming. Introduced mobile-first video editing workflows and subtitling standards for broadcast and social media. Coordinated cross-functional production teams and ensured timely delivery of weekly content.
Senior Digital Producer at Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (Current Time Asia)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Edited and produced short-form social media videos (30–90 seconds) generating over 60 million monthly views. Created educational explainers and visual storytelling content optimized for YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and TikTok. Added accurate captions and subtitles; ensured accessibility. Designed simple animations and infographics to boost engagement and viewer retention. Managed the video production workflow, version control, and remote post-production collaboration. Maintained content consistency with editorial and ethical standards for youth and family audiences.
Independent Media Consultant & Video Trainer at Central Asia and Eastern Europe
December 31, 2017 - October 12, 2025
Produced educational video series and training materials for civic and youth audiences. Delivered over 30 trainings on mobile video production, social media editing, and content optimization. Advised NGOs and broadcasters on child-safe communication and digital learning strategies.
Communications Associate at United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office (UN RCO)
September 30, 2016 - October 12, 2025
Produced multimedia and social-first content for UN peacebuilding and education campaigns. Created motion-graphic explainers and accessible visuals for online audiences, including youth. Maintained video and graphic quality aligned with UN brand guidelines.
Acting General Director at Yntymak Public TV and Radio
September 30, 2013 - October 12, 2025
Supervised community-oriented TV production, including children’s educational programming. Introduced mobile-first video editing workflows and subtitling standards for broadcast and social media. Coordinated cross-functional production teams and ensured timely delivery of weekly content.
Senior Digital Producer at Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (Current Time Asia)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Edited and produced short-form social media videos (30–90 seconds) generating over 60 million monthly views. Created educational explainers and visual storytelling content optimized for YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and TikTok. Added accurate captions and subtitles to all videos; ensured compliance with accessibility standards. Designed simple animations and infographics to improve viewer engagement and retention. Managed the video production workflow, version control, and collaborative remote post-production. Ensured content consistency with editorial and ethical standards for youth and family audiences.
Independent Media Consultant & Video Trainer at Self-employed / Independent
January 1, 2017 - October 12, 2025
Produced educational video series and training materials for civic and youth audiences. Delivered over 30 trainings on mobile video production, social media editing, and content optimization. Advised NGOs and broadcasters on child-safe communication and digital learning strategies.
Communications Associate at United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office (UN RCO), Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
September 30, 2016 - October 12, 2025
Produced multimedia and social-first content for UN peacebuilding and education campaigns. Created motion-graphic explainers and accessible visuals for online audiences, including youth. Maintained video and graphic quality aligned with UN brand guidelines.
Acting General Director at Yntymak Public TV and Radio, Osh, Kyrgyzstan
September 30, 2013 - October 12, 2025
Supervised community-oriented TV production, including children’s educational programming. Introduced mobile-first video editing workflows and subtitling standards for broadcast and social media. Coordinated cross-functional production teams and ensured timely delivery of weekly content.

Education

MSc in Media, Communications and Development at London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
MSc in Media, Communications and Development at London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
BA in Public Administration at Kyrgyz National University, Kyrgyzstan
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
MSc at London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
BA at Kyrgyz National University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
MSc in Media, Communications and Development at London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
BA in Public Administration at Kyrgyz National University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
MSc in Media, Communications and Development at London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
BA at Kyrgyz National University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

Chevening Scholar
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
OSCE Regional Video Award Winner
January 1, 2009 - October 12, 2025
Chevening Scholar (UK FCDO)
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
OSCE Regional Video Award Winner (2009)
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
RFE/RL Performance Award (2024)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Chevening Scholar (UK FCDO)
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
OSCE Regional Video Award Winner
January 1, 2009 - October 12, 2025
Chevening Scholar (UK FCDO)
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
OSCE Regional Video Award Winner
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
RFE/RL Performance Award
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Chevening Scholar (UK FCDO)
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
OSCE Regional Video Award Winner
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
YouTube Gold Creator Award
January 11, 2030 - October 12, 2025
RFE/RL Performance Award
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

Industry Experience

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