Hi, I'm Steve Summers, a Video Editor and Motion Graphic Designer with over 10 years of experience. I love bringing stories and ideas to life through dynamic video content, from broadcast to web and social media platforms. My passion lies in every stage of video production, from concept development through to post-production. I have had the privilege to work with amazing clients like FedEx, McDonald's, and Adobe. Besides working in production, I also enjoy teaching and have lectured at DePaul University, sharing my knowledge about video editing and visual design with up-and-coming creatives.…

Steve Summers

Hi, I'm Steve Summers, a Video Editor and Motion Graphic Designer with over 10 years of experience. I love bringing stories and ideas to life through dynamic video content, from broadcast to web and social media platforms. My passion lies in every stage of video production, from concept development through to post-production. I have had the privilege to work with amazing clients like FedEx, McDonald's, and Adobe. Besides working in production, I also enjoy teaching and have lectured at DePaul University, sharing my knowledge about video editing and visual design with up-and-coming creatives.…

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Hi, I’m Steve Summers, a Video Editor and Motion Graphic Designer with over 10 years of experience. I love bringing stories and ideas to life through dynamic video content, from broadcast to web and social media platforms. My passion lies in every stage of video production, from concept development through to post-production.

I have had the privilege to work with amazing clients like FedEx, McDonald’s, and Adobe. Besides working in production, I also enjoy teaching and have lectured at DePaul University, sharing my knowledge about video editing and visual design with up-and-coming creatives.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director & Producer at Cantilever Films LLC
February 1, 2015 - Present
Produced and directed the feature narrative film 'The Glass House' and a 5-part documentary 'War Movie'. Managed creative and organizational process from conceptualization and writing through post-production. Oversaw hiring and directing production teams and crews of 12+, collaborated with actors, organized logistics of schedules and locations, managed budgets, and project timelines. Partnered with editors, colorists, and audio specialists for final broadcast delivery on Amazon and other platforms.
Lecturer at DePaul University
April 30, 2013 - July 10, 2025
Taught classes on Editing, Visual Design, Compositing/Visual Effects, and Product Design to undergraduate and graduate students. Created course content and projects on video editing techniques, historical context, and contemporary cinema. Instructed on best practices using Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
Video Editor & Motion Graphic Designer at Creative Motion
May 1, 2006 - Present
Collaborated with clients and creative teams to produce engaging video campaigns for broadcast, B2B, web, and social media, maintaining brand standards, timeframe, and budget. Independently managed the entire post-production pipeline including editing, motion graphics, animation, color correction, sound mixing, and delivery. Worked with clients such as FedEx, McDonald's, Adobe, Wrangler, and the Green Bay Packers among others.

Education

Master of Fine Arts at The School of The Art Institute of Chicago
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2004
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Kutztown University
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 2000

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Consumer Goods
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