I’m Ari Joel Golub, a Washington, DC–based video producer and photographer who loves turning complex ideas into clear, engaging media. I collaborate with researchers, economists, and high-level stakeholders to tell compelling stories for the World Bank and other international clients, producing on-location shoots, campaigns for e-learning, and social content. Whether in the studio or on the road, I handle end-to-end production—from storyboarding and scripting to lighting, sound, and post-production. I’m proficient with Premiere Pro, After Effects, and color grading, and I pride myself on delivering assets across time zones and platforms while building long-term client relationships.

Ari Joel Golub

I’m Ari Joel Golub, a Washington, DC–based video producer and photographer who loves turning complex ideas into clear, engaging media. I collaborate with researchers, economists, and high-level stakeholders to tell compelling stories for the World Bank and other international clients, producing on-location shoots, campaigns for e-learning, and social content. Whether in the studio or on the road, I handle end-to-end production—from storyboarding and scripting to lighting, sound, and post-production. I’m proficient with Premiere Pro, After Effects, and color grading, and I pride myself on delivering assets across time zones and platforms while building long-term client relationships.

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I’m Ari Joel Golub, a Washington, DC–based video producer and photographer who loves turning complex ideas into clear, engaging media. I collaborate with researchers, economists, and high-level stakeholders to tell compelling stories for the World Bank and other international clients, producing on-location shoots, campaigns for e-learning, and social content.

Whether in the studio or on the road, I handle end-to-end production—from storyboarding and scripting to lighting, sound, and post-production. I’m proficient with Premiere Pro, After Effects, and color grading, and I pride myself on delivering assets across time zones and platforms while building long-term client relationships.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Video Producer & Photographer at The World Bank
October 1, 2023 - Present
Develops high-quality video and photo content for the Development Impact Group, translating complex economic research into accessible media. Independently shoots and edits videos and photos on international diplomatic missions. Collaborates with economists and stakeholders to storyboard, script, and direct media projects. Plans multimedia campaigns and produces e-learning courses, including a 48-part series. Manages $30,000 in professional audiovisual equipment and coordinates global video workflows to ensure timely delivery across time zones.
Freelance Video Producer & Photographer at Welcome To The Jungle
April 1, 2025 - Present
Produces corporate video and photo content for international clients, focusing on workplace culture and employer branding. Directs international shoots and collaborates with editorial and creative teams to create stories for global distribution.
Video Producer & Photographer (Owner) at Lightcraft Media LLC
February 1, 2017 - Present
Delivers diverse content for web, social, and exhibitions, including corporate, editorial, documentary, and promotional media for various clients. Builds long-term client relationships and manages end-to-end production—concept, budgeting, gear prep, shooting, lighting, editing, and delivery—across multiple projects under tight deadlines.
Staff Photographer/Video Producer at The GW Hatchet
August 31, 2022 - July 25, 2025
Produced fast-turnaround visuals for breaking news, features, and sports, capturing over 20,000 quality images annually. Streamlined post-production workflows using Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, and Photo Mechanic under tight editorial deadlines. Received awards as a finalist in Breaking News Photography and COVID-19 Still Photography.
Curator Intern at Gallery 102
January 31, 2021 - July 25, 2025
Coordinated with over 75 artists to manage eight exhibitions, handled correspondence and logistics, designed promotional materials and zines using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator, and provided curatorial support ensuring representation of diverse artistic voices.
Photo Services Intern at Smithsonian Institution – Hirshhorn Museum
December 31, 2018 - July 25, 2025
Digitized and archived over 12,000 historical images adhering to FADGI cultural heritage imaging standards. Enhanced archival photographs for publication and research, exported metadata to the Smithsonian’s DAM system, and created structured metadata including copyright, captions, and exhibition history.
Video Producer & Photographer at The World Bank
October 1, 2023 - Present
Develop high-quality video and photo content for the Development Impact Group by transforming complex economic research into accessible media. Responsibilities include recording, lighting, shooting video projects, collaborating with talent and stakeholders to storyboard, script, and direct creative outputs. Work independently on international diplomatic mission locations and strategically plan multimedia campaigns for e-learning and social content. Edit footage using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects with color grading and motion graphics. Create social media content to amplify initiatives, deliver live event coverage, and produce e-learning courses. Oversee $30,000 of audiovisual equipment and coordinate global video workflows for timely delivery across platforms and time zones.
Freelance Video Producer & Photographer at Welcome To The Jungle
April 1, 2025 - Present
Produce corporate video and photo content for international clients focusing on workplace culture and employer branding. Direct international shoots and collaborate with editorial and creative teams to create compelling stories for global distribution.
Video Producer & Photographer (Owner) at Lightcraft Media LLC
February 1, 2017 - Present
Deliver dynamic content tailored for web, social, and exhibitions. Produce corporate, editorial, documentary, and promotional media for clients including embassies and galleries. Build long-term client relationships by delivering high-impact media on deadline. Prepare bespoke creative briefs and manage all production stages—concept, budgeting, prep, lighting, editing, and delivery across simultaneous projects with tight turnarounds.
Staff Photographer/Video Producer at The GW Hatchet
August 31, 2022 - July 25, 2025
Delivered fast-turnaround visuals for breaking news, features, and sports while capturing over 20,000 high-quality images annually with metadata-rich archives. Streamlined post-production workflows using Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, and Photo Mechanic to meet editorial deadlines. Earned awards as a finalist in breaking news and COVID-19 still photography.
Curator Intern at Gallery 102
January 31, 2021 - July 25, 2025
Coordinated with over 75 artists to manage eight exhibitions, handled correspondence and logistics, designed promotional materials and style guides using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator, and provided curatorial support to represent diverse artistic voices effectively.
Photo Services Intern at Smithsonian Institution – Hirshhorn Museum
December 31, 2018 - July 25, 2025
Digitized and archived over 12,000 historical images according to cultural heritage imaging standards. Enhanced photographs for publication, exported metadata to the DAM system, and created structured metadata for copyright, captions, and exhibition history.
Global Video Producer & Photographer at The World Bank
October 1, 2023 - Present
Develops high-quality video and photo content for the Development Impact Group; records, lights, mics, and shoots video projects; collaborates with talent and high-level stakeholders to storyboard, script, and direct outputs; shoots on location during international diplomatic missions; plans multimedia campaigns for e-learning and social content; edits footage in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects with color grading, sound design, and motion graphics; creates social media content to amplify The World Bank’s initiatives; delivers live event coverage and media packages; produces e-learning courses including a 48-part Government Analytics series; oversees and maintains $30,000 of professional audiovisual equipment; coordinates global video workflows for timely asset delivery.
Video Producer & Photographer at Lightcraft Media LLC
February 1, 2017 - Present
Delivers dynamic content for web, social, and exhibition use; produces corporate, editorial, documentary, and promotional media; builds long-term client relationships and delivers on deadline; crafts bespoke briefs and shot lists; manages end-to-end media projects across multiple client engagements.
Staff Photographer/Video Producer at The GW Hatchet
August 1, 2018 - August 1, 2022
Delivered fast-turnaround visuals for breaking news, features, and sports; captured over 20,000 images annually; streamlined post-production workflows using Lightroom, Photoshop, and Photo Mechanic; earned two Society of Professional Journalists awards as a Finalist for Breaking News Photography and COVID-19 Still Photography.
Curator Intern at Gallery 102
August 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Coordinated with 75+ artists to manage eight exhibitions; handled correspondence and logistics for seamless execution; designed promotional materials, zines, and a bespoke style guide using InDesign and Illustrator; provided curatorial support.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at The George Washington University, Corcoran School of the Arts & Design
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts at The George Washington University, Corcoran School of the Arts & Design
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photojournalism at The George Washington University, Corcoran School of the Arts & Design
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2022

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Government, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Other