JESSE LAMAR HIGH
Director • Lead Video Editor • Creative Producer
I’m an AWARD-WINNING FILMMAKER with 12+ years of visual storytelling experience directing, filming, editing, and producing video content for industry-leading brands, top record labels, and high-profile advertising agencies. I possess an excellent eye for detail and an unparalleled track record of client satisfaction. I’m recognized as a highly collaborative Creative Producer who enjoys each step of the process while meeting deadlines with ease using unique and outside-of-the-box creative solutions.
SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
General Skills: Creative Direction | Art Direction | Branding & Marketing | Creative Team Leadership | Creative Project Management | Film Production | Cinematography | Visual Effects | Film Editing | Social Media Content | Commercials | Trailer Editing | Music Videos | Creative Problem Solving | Cross-Functional Collaboration | Digital Campaign Strategy | Generative AI Creation
Technical Expertise: Multiple Camera Systems (RED, Arri, Blackmagic) | Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Photoshop, AE) | MS Office | Project Management Software (Slack, Trello, Frame.io)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Lead Video Editor | Krafton Studios | Los Angeles, CA | Oct 2022- Present
• Crafted targeted editorial ad campaigns alongside Krafton’s global studios that converted 20M+ views into direct sales
• Partnered with internal creatives across US / Korean gaming markets to build cohesivity within the organization
• Edited high-impact trailers for AAA video game launches that premiered at top industry events (Gamescom, IGN Live, TGA)
• SELECTED PRESS: VICE • NME • IGN • DIGITAL TRENDS
Lead Video Editor | Rivian Automotive | Los Angeles, CA | Jul 2021 – Oct 2022
• Engaged a 1.2M+ fanbase by driving the direction, creation, and delivery of several social media video assets
• Generated 1M+ views that led to YouTube channel monetization adding additional revenue streams for the company
• Helped brand the company with unique content that led to the largest IPO since Facebook ($12B+)
• SELECTED PRESS: MOTORTREND • INSIDE EVs • THE VERGE
Director | Doomsday Entertainment | Los Angeles, CA | Jun 2020 - Present
• Led creative direction and execution of an MTV commercial that aired during the iconic MTV Video Music Awards
• Developed artist identities in collaboration with record labels via targeted music video content and social rollouts
• Reached 3M+ on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert by designing live concert visuals for Columbia Records
• SELECTED PRESS: COMMUNICATION ARTS • HYPEBEAST • THRASHER • DIRECTOR’S NOTES
Director / Creative Producer | LAMAR+NIK | Los Angeles, CA | Jan 2011 - Present
• Directed multiple award-winning pieces of work highlighted by several high-profile film festivals and publications
• Coached and mentored high-performing creative crews of 30+ employees in Thailand, Paris, LA, and London
• Created memorable branded content in partnership with several big-name ad agencies, including Ogilvy & Mather
• SELECTED PRESS: THE DRUM • 1.4 • NO FILM SCHOOL • VULTURE • SPIN • ROLLING STONE
Marketing and Media Specialist | University of Oklahoma | Norman, OK | Jan 2012 – Jul 2021
• Delivered $150K+ in annual savings by aiding in the creation of a high-performing in-house video team
• Led creative direction and production on over 100+ projects, including our yearly televised commercials on ESPN
• Connected with 1M+ followers, working with the Marketing Director to deliver high-impact paid content across social media
• Instrumental in pivoting the video team into internal paid client work, earning the university an additional 200K+ a year
EDUCATION
The University of Oklahoma, Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Creative Media Production
Oklahoma City Community College, Associate of Arts (AA) - Digital Cinema Production
HONORS AND AWARDS
Best Music Video (Won) - Leeds International Film Festival
Best Music Video (2x Nominated) – South by Southwest Film Festival (SXSW)
Best Hip-Hop Video (Won) - UK Music Video Awards