KANIL WARD

kanilw@gmail.com

(917) 340-4374

SKILLS

Video Editing, Motion Graphics, Graphic Design, Sound Editing, DSLR Camera, Photography, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, CSS/HTML, Javascript, Cinema 4D, Windows, Capture One

EDUCATION

Columbus College of Art & Design

BA Time Based Media Studies

HISTORY

2024-2024 PEPSI Project Manager/ Producer

- Led production of branded content for Pepsi Studio, ensuring strategic alignment.

- Managed cross-functional teams and external partners to deliver projects on time and within budget.

- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and status reports for clear communication.

2022-2023 REVLON Producer (Freelance)

- Oversaw production of all Elizabeth Arden video content.

- Managed budgets, schedules, and resources.

- Collaborated with creative teams and external vendors for high-quality deliverables.

2021-2022 Peloton Interactive, Producer (Freelance)

- Managed workflow for photo retouching and product renders.

- Oversaw budget and freelancer hours.

- Coordinated timelines for creative reviews and feedback.

- Produced product animations and stills for TV, social, digital, and print platforms.

2021 Deutsch NY, Senior Producer (Freelance)

- Managed production for Celestial Seasonings and PNC Bank accounts.

- Supported department head in execution approaches and timelines.

- Negotiated compensation and usage with real-people talent.

- Handled multiple project campaigns with high volumes of deliverables.

2020-2021 HOGARTH WORLD WIDE, Content Producer

- Led production from start to finish, including pitching, storyboarding, and post-production.

- Maintained continuity and accountability throughout projects.

- Suggested directors and hired crews for shoots.

2016-2018 OKAYAFRICA, Content Producer

- Scaled audience growth within six months.

- Created strategic partnerships with brands like Nike and Absolut Vodka.

2014-2016 LIQUIDTHREAD, Content Producer/Manager

- Led strategy and content development for brands like Bounty, Gillette, Pampers, and Pantene.

- Blended media partner voice with brand messages.

- Acted as primary client contact and liaison for partner agencies and media partners.

2012-2014 ROOFTOP 2 MEDIA, Freelance Content Producer

- Developed updated stadium graphics.

- Led video production and editing for the NJ Devils and NY Rangers.

2010-2012 DEF JAM/UNIVERSAL, Content Producer

- Conceptualized and produced digital content for NE-YO.

- Served as producer and post-production specialist on NE-YO’s team.

2009-2010 CAMPARI, Content Producer

- Produced and directed the reality TV competition, Campari’s Caribbean Poster Girl Search.

2007-2010 TEMPO NETWORKS, Content Producer

- Produced and edited top shows, Tempo News and Cross Caribbean Countdown.

- Maintained websites and promoted original and sponsored content.

- Created content strategy for Tempo Turns 3 music festival.