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Hi, I’m Shiyu Zhou, a filmmaker and visual storyteller with a passion for turning ideas into immersive screen experiences. Creative Video Producer & SVA MFA Director (GPA 3.9) specializing in cinematic storytelling and data-driven growth (4K+ followers). Expert in the full production cycle, from AI-product demos and video making to high-retention narrative editing. A self-driven creator focused on translating complex concepts into high-end visual content in remote, results-oriented environments.…Hi, I’m Shiyu Zhou, a filmmaker and visual storyteller with a passion for turning ideas into immersive screen experiences. Creative Video Producer & SVA MFA Director (GPA 3.9) specializing in cinematic storytelling and data-driven growth (4K+ followers). Expert in the full production cycle, from AI-product demos and video making to high-retention narrative editing. A self-driven creator focused on translating complex concepts into high-end visual content in remote, results-oriented environments.

Shiyu Zhou

Film Director, Film Producer, Video Editor, +2

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Hi, I’m Shiyu Zhou, a filmmaker and visual storyteller with a passion for turning ideas into immersive screen experiences. Creative Video Producer & SVA MFA Director (GPA 3.9) specializing in cinematic storytelling and data-driven growth (4K+ followers). Expert in the full production cycle, from AI-product demos and video making to high-retention narrative editing. A self-driven creator focused on translating complex concepts into high-end visual content in remote, results-oriented environments.…Hi, I’m Shiyu Zhou, a filmmaker and visual storyteller with a passion for turning ideas into immersive screen experiences. Creative Video Producer & SVA MFA Director (GPA 3.9) specializing in cinematic storytelling and data-driven growth (4K+ followers). Expert in the full production cycle, from AI-product demos and video making to high-retention narrative editing. A self-driven creator focused on translating complex concepts into high-end visual content in remote, results-oriented environments.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Shiyu Zhou, a filmmaker and visual storyteller with a passion for turning ideas into immersive screen experiences. Creative Video Producer & SVA MFA Director (GPA 3.9) specializing in cinematic storytelling and data-driven growth (4K+ followers). Expert in the full production cycle, from AI-product demos and video making to high-retention narrative editing. A self-driven creator focused on translating complex concepts into high-end visual content in remote, results-oriented environments.

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Work Experience

Freelance Creative Producer & Editor

February 1, 2025 - Present

Remote freelance work focusing on social media branding and growth, AI-driven content strategies, and narrative editing. Social Media Branding & Growth (IG): Launched and managed a stylized music/visual brand on Instagram; grew followers to 4,000+ by curating atmospheric mood-piece content and narrative-driven Reels. AI Product Content (Piano Tech): Led the visual strategy for an AI-powered piano fingering tool (customizable for beginners). Produced Demo Reels and Motion Graphics videos for YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram, translating complex AI algorithms into intuitive visual tutorials. Designed Technical Postings & Product Updates for Instagram, using a blend of graphic design and copywriting to explain feature updates and UI enhancements. Short-Form Narrative Editing: Independently handled rough to final cuts for 5 short series; focused on narrative pacing, performance selection, and high-retention structural editing to meet platform-specific delivery standards. Film Festival Strate

Video Producer & Editor & YouTube Content Strategist at Boston Global Education

July 1, 2025 - October 11, 2025

Remote marketing role: High-Impact Content: Produced 9 long-form videos and 13 YouTube Shorts, consistently achieving over 1,000 views per Short and peaking at 3,700+ views on a single deep-dive educational video. Trend Analysis: Launched the '2026 Best US Colleges Ranking' video, gaining 3,200+ views in a short period by leveraging SEO and high-retention editing techniques.

Post Production Department: Assistant Video Editor, Colorist, Sound Editor at Col Media Corporation

October 1, 2024 - February 11, 2025

Streamlined post-production workflows for short series using Frame.io for real-time stakeholder feedback. Executed professional color grading in DaVinci Resolve to ensure visual consistency across episodes. Prepared technical deliverables (VFX plates) ensuring seamless cross-department collaboration.

Marketing Department: Video Editor, Producer, Photographer at ONEDOR Inc.

October 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023

Independently managed full production cycle for hair product commercials, including lighting design (GVM equipment), cinematography (Sony A7 IV), and post-production. Enhanced brand visual identity by integrating motion graphics and commercial color grading.