As a seasoned videographer, director, producer, editor, and photographer, I’ve worked with clients in industries such as music, engineering, cyber security, higher-ed, non-profit organizations, and finance. I’m passionate about storytelling through video and photography, delivering high-quality content that engages audiences and supports organizational goals. I thrive in collaborative environments, proficient with a wide range of production tools, and adept at leading creative projects from concept to delivery.

William Jordan Patterson

As a seasoned videographer, director, producer, editor, and photographer, I’ve worked with clients in industries such as music, engineering, cyber security, higher-ed, non-profit organizations, and finance. I’m passionate about storytelling through video and photography, delivering high-quality content that engages audiences and supports organizational goals. I thrive in collaborative environments, proficient with a wide range of production tools, and adept at leading creative projects from concept to delivery.

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As a seasoned videographer, director, producer, editor, and photographer, I’ve worked with clients in industries such as music, engineering, cyber security, higher-ed, non-profit organizations, and finance.

I’m passionate about storytelling through video and photography, delivering high-quality content that engages audiences and supports organizational goals. I thrive in collaborative environments, proficient with a wide range of production tools, and adept at leading creative projects from concept to delivery.

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Work Experience

Video Producer/Director at Capital Records
January 1, 2023 - Present
Creative directed Leon’s social video campaigns including behind the scenes footage, show footage, and the production of high-quality daily storytelling reels. Directed, produced, and edited a 4-part documentary recapping Leon’s tour and artist journey over a four month period (Mutt: The Journey on YouTube). Produced video, photo, and content campaigns that aligned with Leon’s fanbase and demographic. Campaigns led to over 2M+ views on videos posted.
Video Producer/Editor at HitBoy/SurfClub
January 1, 2025 - Present
Creative directed, shot, and edited social-facing content, long-form videos, and working on a documentary for HitBoy.
Video Producer/Photographer at Street College
January 1, 2022 - Present
Creative director and training instructor for Street College online course video modules. Instructed staff on how to shoot, edit, color, and manage learning modules. Direct, film, and edit high-impact visual narratives (video & photo) that showcased program success and drove engagement with donors and stakeholders. Instrumental in raising $400K+ in 2024.
Video Producer/Director at NCSA @ University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Worked with Business Development Leader to produce video campaigns promoting NCSA’s major science and engineering breakthroughs resulting in $10 Million+ in new research funding. Directed and edited a video campaign with NCSA’s media division highlighting the history of NCSA that is currently leveraged during client presentations and campaign efforts (link).
Marketing and Design Strategist at Acxiom
December 31, 2021 - April 7, 2023
Reproduced cyber security digital and video marketing campaigns and webinars with Chief Security Compliance Officer, resulting in a 200% increase in employee webinar attendance and email click-through rate. Analyzed Acxiom’s existing minority vendor efforts and collaborated with Acxiom’s DEI team to develop and roll out a video campaign that significantly increased employee net promoter score.

Education

Master's in Emerging Media Design & Development at Ball State University
January 11, 2030 - June 24, 2026
Bachelor's in Business Management at North Central College
January 11, 2030 - June 24, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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