Video editor with a filmmaking background dating back to age 16, experienced across narrative shorts, branded content, and short-form social video. Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Final Cut Pro X, with hands-on work from raw footage through color, sound, and delivery.

IYE COAKLEY

Video editor with a filmmaking background dating back to age 16, experienced across narrative shorts, branded content, and short-form social video. Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Final Cut Pro X, with hands-on work from raw footage through color, sound, and delivery.

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Video editor with a filmmaking background dating back to age 16, experienced across narrative shorts, branded content, and short-form social video. Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Final Cut Pro X, with hands-on work from raw footage through color, sound, and delivery.

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Work Experience

CEO and Founder at Upstart Verticals
January 1, 2026 - Present
Founded a vertical-film platform connecting filmmakers and editors with audiences through community-driven story voting. Led product development, marketing strategy, and business operations from concept to launch. Directed social media content strategy across Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, X, and Facebook; recruited and coordinated freelance editors, designers, and content producers.
Social Media Manager at Courial
August 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Designed and edited short-form videos and promotional graphics using Adobe Creative Suite and Canva. Created and scheduled video-driven content across multiple social platforms, developing content calendars aligned with campaigns. Monitored analytics and engagement metrics to optimize video content performance and support audience growth.
Co-founder / Video Editor at Pax Media
August 1, 2020 - Present
Edit and deliver finished client videos from raw footage, handling cuts, color, audio, and export for final delivery. Co-founded the company and built brand presence to grow online engagement and client inquiries. Manage a team of creative artists on shoot-to-edit project delivery, ensuring consistent workflow and on-time delivery.

Education

Film and Video (Major) at Georgia State University
January 1, 2021 - August 9, 2026
Film Minor: Drama (Major) at DeKalb School of the Arts
January 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Film and Video (Major) at Georgia State University
January 1, 2021 - August 9, 2026
Film Minor: Drama (Major) at DeKalb School of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2021

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization