I’m a creative director and videographer with six years of experience in video production and editing, plus a strong background in social media management for multiple organizations. I enjoy shaping visual narratives, coordinating content creation, and delivering engaging stories for sports, brands, and editorial outlets. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, I collaborate with teams to capture moments, build identity, and produce content across platforms—from event coverage and athlete spotlights to editorial pieces and social campaigns.

Davis Rutledge

I’m a creative director and videographer with six years of experience in video production and editing, plus a strong background in social media management for multiple organizations. I enjoy shaping visual narratives, coordinating content creation, and delivering engaging stories for sports, brands, and editorial outlets. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, I collaborate with teams to capture moments, build identity, and produce content across platforms—from event coverage and athlete spotlights to editorial pieces and social campaigns.

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I’m a creative director and videographer with six years of experience in video production and editing, plus a strong background in social media management for multiple organizations. I enjoy shaping visual narratives, coordinating content creation, and delivering engaging stories for sports, brands, and editorial outlets.

Based in Waterloo, Ontario, I collaborate with teams to capture moments, build identity, and produce content across platforms—from event coverage and athlete spotlights to editorial pieces and social campaigns.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director and Videographer/Editor at Next Up Mag
January 1, 2023 - Present
Grew Next Up from a startup to a national media company, partnering with international brands for sponsorship and working with Olympic level athletes and clubs in Canadian Track and Field. Produced and edited photo/video content in the form of event coverage, athlete spotlights, and workout videos. Coordinated the creation, editing, and design of written and photo content for three independently published athletic magazines.
Social Media Manager at Guelph Gryphons Track/Cross Country
September 1, 2023 - Present
Provided photo/graphic editing and editing services at practices and competitions throughout the season. Managed development of engaging content and graphic design for athletic social media platforms. Created a unique team social identity in line with university branding guidelines.
Sports Photographer at University of Waterloo
January 1, 2023 - February 1, 2023
Provided photo graphic services for the track and field team during the indoor season.
Sports Photographer/Videographer at Canadian Track and Field League
June 1, 2022 - August 1, 2024
Attended multiple sports events nationwide to produce live social media content. Documented hundreds of athletes and coaches at various track meets across Canada, including National and Provincial Championships. Produced video interviews with athletes about the event/competition.
Video and Photo Editor at OTBxAir Studios
January 1, 2020 - June 1, 2020
Multimedia editing and shadowing of professional real estate photo/video shoots. Produced 5-8 videos a week, as well as 3-4 batches of photo edits.

Education

Film Studies (BA) at Wilfrid Laurier University
September 1, 2020 - April 1, 2024
High School Diploma at Abbey Park High School
September 1, 2015 - January 1, 2020

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services