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I'm Kennedy Laylon, a recent graduate of Ithaca College with a degree in Documentary Studies and Production. I bring hands-on storytelling experience and a strong creative foundation. With two short film festival runs under my belt, I've developed a sharp eye for authentic, compelling narratives, and I'm eager to contribute my creativity, technical skills, and collaborative mindset as I begin my career in the entertainment industry.…I'm Kennedy Laylon, a recent graduate of Ithaca College with a degree in Documentary Studies and Production. I bring hands-on storytelling experience and a strong creative foundation. With two short film festival runs under my belt, I've developed a sharp eye for authentic, compelling narratives, and I'm eager to contribute my creativity, technical skills, and collaborative mindset as I begin my career in the entertainment industry.

Kennedy Laylon

Video Editor, Film Director, Director of Photography, +2

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I'm Kennedy Laylon, a recent graduate of Ithaca College with a degree in Documentary Studies and Production. I bring hands-on storytelling experience and a strong creative foundation. With two short film festival runs under my belt, I've developed a sharp eye for authentic, compelling narratives, and I'm eager to contribute my creativity, technical skills, and collaborative mindset as I begin my career in the entertainment industry.…I'm Kennedy Laylon, a recent graduate of Ithaca College with a degree in Documentary Studies and Production. I bring hands-on storytelling experience and a strong creative foundation. With two short film festival runs under my belt, I've developed a sharp eye for authentic, compelling narratives, and I'm eager to contribute my creativity, technical skills, and collaborative mindset as I begin my career in the entertainment industry.

Available to hire

I’m Kennedy Laylon, a recent graduate of Ithaca College with a degree in Documentary Studies and Production. I bring hands-on storytelling experience and a strong creative foundation.

With two short film festival runs under my belt, I’ve developed a sharp eye for authentic, compelling narratives, and I’m eager to contribute my creativity, technical skills, and collaborative mindset as I begin my career in the entertainment industry.

Skills

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro X

Adobe After Effects

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Camtasia

Experience Level

Adobe Premiere Pro

Expert

Final Cut Pro X

Expert

Adobe After Effects

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Intermediate

Camtasia

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Student Representative - Videography and Editing

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Promoted a public tree planting event to Ithaca residents for increased participation. Shot public events on DSLR camera and edited footage into 2-3 minute promotional videos.

Social Media Manager & Content Creator

January 1, 2026 - Present

Wrote, shot, and edited content for student thesis films and social media campaigns.

Documentary Short Film Director and Editor

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Managed production on the documentary short film 'When I’m in the Water'. Co-edited film - rough cut, visual narrative, color grading, transitions. Operated Sony FX-6 camera on easy rig.