I’m a creative video editor who loves the intersection of music and generative AI. Most recently, I served as the Visual Director for AfroBop, where I translated music tracks into full-scale AI visual narratives using tools like Veo and Kling. I don't just 'prompt and pray', I build consistent visual systems and storyboards that match the rhythm and mood of the song, ensuring the final video feels like a polished, cinematic experience rather than a collection of random AI clips. Beyond the creative side, I understand the mechanics of growing a new YouTube channel because I run two of my own. I know how to edit for retention, how to blend gaming or stock elements with AI to keep viewers engaged, and how to define a channel’s unique visual style from scratch. I’m looking for a collaborative partner where I can bring my technical workflow and creative direction to help turn your tracks into a standout visual brand.

Yemane Gidey

I’m a creative video editor who loves the intersection of music and generative AI. Most recently, I served as the Visual Director for AfroBop, where I translated music tracks into full-scale AI visual narratives using tools like Veo and Kling. I don't just 'prompt and pray', I build consistent visual systems and storyboards that match the rhythm and mood of the song, ensuring the final video feels like a polished, cinematic experience rather than a collection of random AI clips. Beyond the creative side, I understand the mechanics of growing a new YouTube channel because I run two of my own. I know how to edit for retention, how to blend gaming or stock elements with AI to keep viewers engaged, and how to define a channel’s unique visual style from scratch. I’m looking for a collaborative partner where I can bring my technical workflow and creative direction to help turn your tracks into a standout visual brand.

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I’m a creative video editor who loves the intersection of music and generative AI. Most recently, I served as the Visual Director for AfroBop, where I translated music tracks into full-scale AI visual narratives using tools like Veo and Kling. I don’t just ‘prompt and pray’, I build consistent visual systems and storyboards that match the rhythm and mood of the song, ensuring the final video feels like a polished, cinematic experience rather than a collection of random AI clips.

Beyond the creative side, I understand the mechanics of growing a new YouTube channel because I run two of my own. I know how to edit for retention, how to blend gaming or stock elements with AI to keep viewers engaged, and how to define a channel’s unique visual style from scratch. I’m looking for a collaborative partner where I can bring my technical workflow and creative direction to help turn your tracks into a standout visual brand.

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English
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Amharic
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Work Experience

AI Creative Director at Afro Bop
January 1, 2023 - Present
Directed and produced photo-real AI-generated images and cinematic video for portfolio, pitch materials, and client-facing use. Owned projects end-to-end: concept, art direction, AI generation, iteration, refinement, and delivery. Focused on pacing, continuity, mood, and realism in AI-assisted video production. Integrated AI-generated scenes into cohesive narratives for pitches, lifestyle content, and branded visuals. Balanced experimental AI aesthetics with brand-safe realism and narrative intent. Collaborated with Afro Bop’s principal on AI-driven visual storytelling for music and cultural content. Developed visuals across photography-inspired realism, Afro-surrealism, collage art, and diasporic narrative. Produced assets for music videos, digital releases, and social platforms.
Freelance Visual Artist / AI Visual Artist at Afro Bop
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019
Independent freelance artist creating AI-driven visuals and video assets for music and cultural content. End-to-end production including concept, art direction, AI generation, iteration, and delivery. Produced lifestyle visuals, b-roll, and social-ready content rooted in African and diasporic environments.

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services