Video editor and storyteller with over 5 years of experience shaping raw footage into emotionally engaging stories for brands, podcasts, and social media platforms. My background in cinematography and direction allows me to approach editing not only technically, but narratively — crafting rhythm, tone, and emotion into every frame. I specialize in creating attention-grabbing short-form content for TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube — where hooks, pacing, and emotion meet precision and strategy.

Emiliano Leon Bigio

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Video editor and storyteller with over 5 years of experience shaping raw footage into emotionally engaging stories for brands, podcasts, and social media platforms. My background in cinematography and direction allows me to approach editing not only technically, but narratively — crafting rhythm, tone, and emotion into every frame. I specialize in creating attention-grabbing short-form content for TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube — where hooks, pacing, and emotion meet precision and strategy.

Available to hire

Video editor and storyteller with over 5 years of experience shaping raw footage into emotionally engaging stories for brands, podcasts, and social media platforms. My background in cinematography and direction allows me to approach editing not only technically, but narratively — crafting rhythm, tone, and emotion into every frame.

I specialize in creating attention-grabbing short-form content for TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube — where hooks, pacing, and emotion meet precision and strategy.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Content Producer and Editor at AO GLOBE LIFE
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030
Produced and delivered weekly content in editorial style for digital branding, combining aesthetic lighting with a consistent studio look.
Production and Cinematography at American Income Life - Seattle USA (remote)
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Filmed short-form testimonials and lifestyle visuals in 4 cities, adapting each shoot to its local context while maintaining a cohesive visual identity.
Production and Cinematography at HSBC Documentary Series
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030
Filmed short-form testimonials and lifestyle visuals in 4 cities, adapting each shoot to its local context while maintaining a cohesive visual identity.
Production and Cinematography at CASUAL FILMS - Mexico
January 1, 2024 - January 11, 2030
Shot stylized lifestyle sequences with real people, product close-ups, and artistic framing, all self-directed.
Production and Cinematography at MONERA FILMS - Mexico
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Visual Storyteller & Remote Producer at ROSETTA STONE
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Produced and filmed more than 10+ explainer videos featuring speakers of 10 countries. Worked remotely with own equipment, adapting shoots to lifestyle-oriented visual references and brand tone.
Cinematographer at COLGATE “BRIGHT FUTURES”
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030
Corporate film shot across Ecuador, Colombia, and the USA featuring young talents supported by social initiative.
Cinematographer at WHISKY FILMS
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Filmed spontaneous but composed short-form stories for web campaigns, using minimalist gear for mobile-like output with cinematic results.
Senior Creative Producer at SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT / AXN NETWORK
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2007
Senior Creative Producer for Promos and Branding / Editor creating branding promos and trailers for the brand.
Content Producer and Editor at AO GLOBE LIFE
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Produced and delivered weekly content in editorial style for digital branding, combining aesthetic lighting with consistent studio look.
Production and Cinematography at American Income Life
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Filmed short-form testimonials and lifestyle visuals in 4 cities, adapting each shoot to its local context while maintaining a cohesive visual identity.
Production and Cinematography at CASUAL FILMS
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Shot stylized lifestyle sequences with real people, product close-ups, and artistic framing, all self-directed.
Senior Creative Producer at SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT / AXN NETWORK
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2007
Senior Creative Producer for Promos and Branding / Editor Creating branding promos and trailers for the brand.
Visual Storyteller & Remote Producer at ROSETTA STONE
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Produced and filmed more than 10+ explainer videos featuring speakers of 10 countries. Worked remotely with own equipment, adapting each shoot to lifestyle-oriented visual references and brand tone.
Cinematographer at COLGATE
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Corporate film shot across Ecuador, Colombia, and the USA featuring young talents being supported by social initiative.
Cinematographer at WHISKY FILMS
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Filmed spontaneous but composed short-form stories for web campaigns, using minimalist gear for mobile-like output with cinematic results.
Senior Creative Producer at FOGG Contenidos
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015
Senior Creative Producer for Promos and Branding / Editor creating branding promos and trailers for the brand.
Creative Director / Visual Storyteller at Independent
January 1, 2025 - October 20, 2025
Lead and execute end-to-end creative campaigns for clients in fintech, impact, wellness, and tech sectors. Blend strategy, creative, and production in one boutique studio model—from brand pillars to final videos. Manage multidisciplinary teams (designers, editors, writers, animators) with agile frameworks. Deliver high-converting storytelling across web, social, paid, events, and internal channels. Work with fast-scaling startups and NGOs in the UK, Germany, USA, Mexico, and Latin America.
Content Producer & Editor at AO Global Life
January 1, 2023 - October 20, 2025
Produced weekly promotional content, social clips, and branded videos for corporate retreats and lifestyle campaigns across destinations.
Director, Producer & Editor at HSBC Mexico Series
December 31, 2024 - October 20, 2025
Branded documentary pieces focusing on accessibility and inclusion, aligning narrative to HSBC’s global communications strategy.
Visual Storyteller & Remote Producer at Rosetta Stone
December 31, 2020 - October 20, 2025
Produced and filmed more than 10 explainer videos across 10 countries; translated concepts into social-friendly short-form edits aligned with brand messaging.
Creative Director / Visual Storyteller at Independent
January 1, 2025 - October 20, 2025
Lead and execute end-to-end creative campaigns for clients in fintech, impact, wellness, and tech sectors. Blend strategy, creative, and production in one boutique studio model—from brand pillars to final videos. Manage multidisciplinary teams (designers, editors, writers, animators) with agile frameworks. Deliver high-converting storytelling across platforms: web, social, paid, events, internal. Work with fast-scaling startups and NGOs in UK, Germany, USA, Mexico, and LatAm.
Content Producer & Editor at Global Life
January 1, 2023 - October 20, 2025
Produced weekly promotional content, social clips, and branded videos for corporate retreats and lifestyle campaigns across destinations. Created internal communication videos using graphic templates, animation, and varied footage sources to update teams on workflows and company initiatives.
Visual Storyteller & Remote Producer at Rosetta Stone
December 31, 2020 - October 20, 2025
Produced and filmed more than 10 explainer videos featuring speakers from 10 countries. Planned, wrote, shot and edited Tenerife Island, regrouping more than 12 scenarios from around the globe.
Director, Producer & Editor at HSBC Mexico Series
December 31, 2024 - October 20, 2025
Produced branded documentary series focused on accessibility and inclusion, aligning narration to tone and visuals with HSBC's global communications strategy.
Content Producer & Editor at Colors for Good
January 1, 2025 - October 20, 2025
Delivered social media campaigns for Colors for Good in Mexico (2025). Created narrative-driven content across multi-platform channels.

Education

MA in Filmmaking & Cinematography at THE LONDON FILM SCHOOL
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2010
MA in Film Direction at ESCAC. Barcelona, España
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008
BA in Literature and Arts at UCAB- Universidad Católica Andrés Bello
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2003
MA in Filmmaking & Cinematography at London Film School
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
MA in Filmmaking Direction at ESCAC, Barcelona
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
BA in Literature and Arts at Universidad Católica Andrés Bello
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2003
BA in Literature and Arts at Universidad Católica Andrés Bello
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2003
Main Film Direction at ESCAC
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Main Filmmaking & Cinematography at The London Film School
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010

Qualifications

PROMAX AWARDS World Gold Class Award Creativity for “BestCreative Pack”
June 1, 2025 - June 13, 2025
ASCENSO FILM FESTIVAL Best Cinematography/ Best Edit /Best Original Soundtrack
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2025
BCN SPORT FILM FESTIVAL Special Festival Selection “Sports and Poetry” Selection
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2025
STORYHUNTER STAFF PICKS Best Commercial of 2020
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Financial Services, Consumer Goods, Travel & Hospitality, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Software & Internet
    uniE608 American Colors -
    Full commercial for American Colors. My role was to convey the dimension of colors into dynamic visuals. Enjoy the ride!
    uniE608 Visual Storyteller & Cinematographer Reel
    Cinematography and Visual Storyteller Reel. This is what has been keeping me busy for the last years.