Hi, I'm Sekou Murray, a seasoned senior video editor with over ten years of experience in crafting compelling video and audio content across various digital and social platforms. My expertise spans documentary projects, branded content, and commercials, and I'm passionate about storytelling that engages audiences deeply. I thrive in fast-paced environments, collaborating closely with creative teams to transform raw footage into polished final products that align with the creative vision. Along with video editing, I specialize in music supervision, audio post-production, and color grading to enhance the viewer's experience. I continuously integrate the latest industry trends and technology into my workflow to deliver standout content. Whether managing multi-project timelines or pioneering creative concepts, I bring dedication and strategic insight to every project I undertake.

Sekou Murray

Hi, I'm Sekou Murray, a seasoned senior video editor with over ten years of experience in crafting compelling video and audio content across various digital and social platforms. My expertise spans documentary projects, branded content, and commercials, and I'm passionate about storytelling that engages audiences deeply. I thrive in fast-paced environments, collaborating closely with creative teams to transform raw footage into polished final products that align with the creative vision. Along with video editing, I specialize in music supervision, audio post-production, and color grading to enhance the viewer's experience. I continuously integrate the latest industry trends and technology into my workflow to deliver standout content. Whether managing multi-project timelines or pioneering creative concepts, I bring dedication and strategic insight to every project I undertake.

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Hi, I’m Sekou Murray, a seasoned senior video editor with over ten years of experience in crafting compelling video and audio content across various digital and social platforms. My expertise spans documentary projects, branded content, and commercials, and I’m passionate about storytelling that engages audiences deeply. I thrive in fast-paced environments, collaborating closely with creative teams to transform raw footage into polished final products that align with the creative vision.

Along with video editing, I specialize in music supervision, audio post-production, and color grading to enhance the viewer’s experience. I continuously integrate the latest industry trends and technology into my workflow to deliver standout content. Whether managing multi-project timelines or pioneering creative concepts, I bring dedication and strategic insight to every project I undertake.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director | BTS Producer | Video Editor at Nike x DTLR Documentary Project
May 1, 2025 - Present
Co-created the core story concept, including the documentary’s title and narrative structure. Led behind-the-scenes video production to capture interviews, B-roll, and on-set moments. Edited teaser content and internal cuts to support project development and brand alignment. Collaborated closely with production team and brand stakeholders to ensure visual and storytelling consistency.
Post Production Creative Director | LED Wall Animation Video Editor at Keri Hilson
July 31, 2024 - July 8, 2025
Designed and edited creative animations and content for LED wall visuals used in live concerts. Collaborated with artists to align visual storytelling with performance requirements.
Podcast Producer | Creative Director | Video & Audio Editor | Music Supervisor at Genius Factor | Gfactor Films
December 31, 2024 - July 8, 2025
Led end-to-end podcast production, from concept development through post-production. Created engaging social media cutdowns and managed multi-platform content distribution.
Video Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing | Music Supervisor at "More Than That" Docuseries (Dentsu Agency | Revolt TV)
October 31, 2023 - July 8, 2025
Edited a 4-episode docuseries, contributing to over 20 million impressions per episode. Ensured broadcast-quality audio and video for widespread distribution.
Creative Director | Video Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing | Music Supervisor at NYC Career & Technical Education (CTE)
February 29, 2024 - July 8, 2025
Produced impactful customer evidence and marketing videos across all five NYC boroughs. Contributed to increased enrollment through dynamic video storytelling campaigns.
Post Production Creative Director | Video Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing | Music Supervisor at DTLR - "Behind The Design" Campaign
October 31, 2023 - July 8, 2025
Edited docuseries and campaign trailer, contributing to a 7% sales lift for the campaign. Managed post-production workflow to meet tight marketing deadlines.
Podcast Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing | Music Supervisor at Cheat Code Unlocked - Urban One Podcast Network
September 30, 2023 - July 8, 2025
Edited weekly podcast episodes, ensuring professional mixing and mastering for Spotify and Urban One platforms. Collaborated closely with hosts to achieve clean pacing and consistent delivery.
Post Production Creative Director | Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing | Music Supervisor at "Swagger" Season 2 | BTS-Apple TV
May 31, 2023 - July 8, 2025
Created behind-the-scenes (BTS) content highlighting crew diversity and inclusion. Delivered high-quality edits compliant with CBS/Apple's stringent production standards.
Video Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing at "Founding In Color" - Comcast/Xfinity
December 31, 2022 - July 8, 2025
Edited BTS content for a docuseries viewed by over 100,000 unique viewers during its exclusive Xfinity run. Achieved over 1 million views on Peacock, supporting featured founders who collectively raised over $1M post-show.
Post Production Creative Director | Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing | Music Supervisor at "Swagger" Season 1 | BTS-Apple TV
September 30, 2023 - July 8, 2025
Created comprehensive behind-the-scenes content highlighting the first season of the show. Maintained and delivered high-quality edits adhering to CBS/Apple's production standards.
Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing | Assistant Music Supervisor | Trailer Editor at "Rise 21" - Aspire TV/Thurgood Marshall Foundation
October 31, 2021 - July 8, 2025
Edited spoken word and performance segments for the series. Produced and cut promotional trailers for Aspire TV.
Video Editor | Music Supervisor | Trailer Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing at "Unapologetically Black" - VA Tourism / Martin Agency
July 31, 2021 - July 8, 2025
Produced compelling visuals that drove a conversion rate (CVR) of 11.24%, significantly exceeding the 0.25% benchmark. Achieved a CVR over 4% in the top Designated Market Area (DMA) of Philadelphia.
Video Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing at Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids
May 31, 2021 - July 8, 2025
Edited and mixed public health videos specifically targeting underserved communities. Ensured clarity and impact of messaging for public awareness campaigns.
Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing at "Raising the Bar: Daisy Henderson" - Comcast/Xfinity
April 30, 2020 - July 8, 2025
Edited a 3-part docuseries spotlighting prominent women in STEM fields. Managed post-production for a complex multi-episode project.
Video Editor | Music Supervisor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing at Icon Talks | Motion Picture Association
October 31, 2020 - July 8, 2025
Edited the premiere of "I Am a Dreamer," a film exploring social justice themes. Handled full video and audio post-production for the release.
Video Editor | Music Supervisor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing at Disney Networks - "Use Your Voice"
November 30, 2020 - July 8, 2025
Produced civic engagement stories featuring youth changemakers. Ensured impactful storytelling for a diverse audience.
Creative Director | BTS Producer | Video Editor at Nike x DTLR Documentary Project
May 1, 2025 - Present
Co-created the core story concept, including the documentary’s title and narrative structure. Led behind-the-scenes video production to capture interviews, B-roll, and on-set moments. Edited teaser content and internal cuts to support project development and brand alignment. Collaborated closely with production team and brand stakeholders to ensure visual and storytelling consistency.
Post Production Creative Director | LED Wall Animation Video Editor at Keri Hilson
July 31, 2024 - July 8, 2025
Designed and edited creative animations and content for LED wall visuals used in live concerts. Collaborated with artists to align visual storytelling with performance requirements.
Podcast Producer | Creative Director | Video & Audio Editor | Music Supervisor at Genius Factor | Gfactor Films
December 31, 2024 - July 8, 2025
Led end-to-end podcast production, from concept development through post-production. Created engaging social media cutdowns and managed multi-platform content distribution.
Video Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing | Music Supervisor at "More Than That" Docuseries (Dentsu Agency | Revolt TV)
October 31, 2023 - July 8, 2025
Edited a 4-episode docuseries, contributing to over 20 million impressions per episode. Ensured broadcast-quality audio and video for widespread distribution.
Creative Director | Video Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing | Music Supervisor at NYC Career & Technical Education (CTE)
February 29, 2024 - July 8, 2025
Produced impactful customer evidence and marketing videos across all five NYC boroughs. Contributed to increased enrollment through dynamic video storytelling campaigns.
Post Production Creative Director | Video Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing | Music Supervisor at DTLR - "Behind The Design" Campaign
October 31, 2023 - July 8, 2025
Edited docuseries and campaign trailer, contributing to a 7% sales lift for the campaign. Managed post-production workflow to meet tight marketing deadlines.
Podcast Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing | Music Supervisor at Cheat Code Unlocked - Urban One Podcast Network
September 30, 2023 - July 8, 2025
Edited weekly podcast episodes, ensuring professional mixing and mastering for Spotify and Urban One platforms. Collaborated closely with hosts to achieve clean pacing and consistent delivery.
Post Production Creative Director | Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing | Music Supervisor at "Swagger" Season 2 | BTS-Apple TV
May 31, 2023 - July 8, 2025
Created behind-the-scenes (BTS) content highlighting crew diversity and inclusion. Delivered high-quality edits compliant with CBS/Apple's stringent production standards.
Video Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing at "Founding In Color" - Comcast/Xfinity
December 31, 2022 - July 8, 2025
Edited BTS content for a docuseries viewed by over 100,000 unique viewers during its exclusive Xfinity run. Achieved over 1 million views on Peacock, supporting featured founders who collectively raised over $1M post-show.
Post Production Creative Director | Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing | Music Supervisor at "Swagger" Season 1 | BTS-Apple TV
September 30, 2023 - July 8, 2025
Created comprehensive behind-the-scenes content highlighting the first season of the show. Maintained and delivered high-quality edits adhering to CBS/Apple's production standards.
Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing | Assistant Music Supervisor | Trailer Editor at "Rise 21" - Aspire TV/Thurgood Marshall Foundation
October 31, 2021 - July 8, 2025
Edited spoken word and performance segments for the series. Produced and cut promotional trailers for Aspire TV.
Video Editor | Music Supervisor | Trailer Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing at "Unapologetically Black" - VA Tourism / Martin Agency
July 31, 2021 - July 8, 2025
Produced compelling visuals that drove a conversion rate (CVR) of 11.24%, significantly exceeding the 0.25% benchmark. Achieved a CVR over 4% in the top Designated Market Area (DMA) of Philadelphia.
Video Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing at Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids
May 31, 2021 - July 8, 2025
Edited and mixed public health videos specifically targeting underserved communities. Ensured clarity and impact of messaging for public awareness campaigns.
Editor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing at "Raising the Bar: Daisy Henderson" - Comcast/Xfinity
April 30, 2020 - July 8, 2025
Edited a 3-part docuseries spotlighting prominent women in STEM fields. Managed post-production for a complex multi-episode project.
Video Editor | Music Supervisor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing at Icon Talks | Motion Picture Association
October 31, 2020 - July 8, 2025
Edited the premiere of "I Am a Dreamer," a film exploring social justice themes. Handled full video and audio post-production for the release.
Video Editor | Music Supervisor | Audio Post-Production & Mixing at Disney Networks - "Use Your Voice"
November 30, 2020 - July 8, 2025
Produced civic engagement stories featuring youth changemakers. Ensured impactful storytelling for a diverse audience.

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