Brandon Hunt

Social Media Consultant and Manager @MEDIAVANDAL

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Award-winning Creative Director | Social Media Content Producer and Manager | Video Editor | Film Director | Writer Brandon Hunt is a seasoned media professional with a rich background spanning over a decade. As the Director of Social for Layer Media, he spearheaded the creative endeavors, driving innovative strategies for client campaigns. His expertise lies in developing engaging social media content and advising on platform strategies to maximize impact. Prior to his Director of Social role at Layer Media, Brandon served as Creative Director, where he led the production of captivating video game trailers and supplementary content. His tenure at IGN also saw him excel as a Social Branded Producer, where he collaborated with brands on content pitches, developed social-first opportunities, and managed high-value projects. With a Bachelor's degree in Cinema from San Francisco State University, Brandon brings a blend of creativity and technical skill to his work. His proficiency in Adobe Suite tools like Premiere and Photoshop, coupled with his experience in scriptwriting and content ideation, makes him a versatile asset in the media landscape. Brandon's career journey includes stints at General Motors, Mastiff Games, and Lazy Panda Studios, where he honed his expertise in video production and motion graphics. His ability to manage teams, develop content strategies, and adapt to evolving social trends has earned him recognition as a leader in the industry. Driven by a passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail, Brandon is committed to delivering exceptional results in every project he undertakes. His collaborative approach, coupled with his knack for innovation, makes him a valuable addition to any creative team. Connect with Brandon on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonleehunt/) to learn more about his journey and expertise in the field of media and content creation.

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Work Background

MEDIAVANDALOwner

Jun. 2024Walnut Creek, California, United States

LayerDirector of Social

Sep. 2023 - May. 2024Redwood City, California, United States

Layer MediaCreative Director

Feb. 2021 - Feb. 2024Redwood City, California, United StatesCreative development Script writing Pitch development Project Management

IGN EntertainmentSocial Branded Producer

Mar. 2019 - Feb. 2021San Francisco Bay AreaBRANDED CONTENT ●Participate in RFP brainstorms, representing the social team in content pitches,developing social first opportunities ●Develop and streamline vetting processes to target high value RFPs with potential for natural social alignment ●Develop and streamline filtering processes to prevent expenditure of social resources on RFPs that are either unlikely to sell through or whose asks would compromise our social voice and tone ●Research new opportunities to maximize platform performance and test and integrate them into the workflow. ●Act as liaison between the Social team and the Sales, Integrated Marketing, Editorial teams to safeguard the voice and S&Ps of Social content throughout the process of ideating, pitching, and developing branded content ●Translate client asks in RFPs into concrete branded deliverables, and communicate or assign those deliverables to the Social team ●Maintain relationships with 2nd and 3rd party contacts and clients and assure projects move forward smoothly to completion ●Develop and produce, or oversee and assure the quality of, social content with a Sales/Integrated Marketing focus ●Oversee platform-specific administration duties to make sure they are properly integrated into the workflow of other teams that require their services ●Track all projects, creating benchmarks and case studies for sales teams ●Proactively support sales, branded and IM teams with social data and any requests that support KPIs of the social team. CORE “SOCIAL FIRST” CONTENT ●Brainstorm content for feeds based on social listening to what’s happening on the internet ●Develop custom content for Instagram stories LIVE EVENT COVERAGE ●Brainstorm and develop “social first” ideas for red carpets, junkets, openings, and fan events ●Travel to events to produce custom short-form videos and/or IG stories to enhance IGN partnerships ●Work with editorial to adapt and optimize their live event coverage for a social audience

IGN EntertainmentSocial Media Producer

Apr. 2016 - Mar. 2019San Francisco Bay Area• Produce original content across all major IGN social pages and external platforms. • Develop growth strategies for Facebook/Twitter/Instagram/Snapchat that result in exponential growth for each platform monthly. • Collaborate with sales and integrated marketing teams to assure successful sponsored content campaigns with the biggest, highest-profile advertisers in gaming and entertainment. • Provide support in ideation, creation, and production for incoming RFPs and client/studio projects. • Host and lead content for IGN’s O&O platforms, as well as, Instagram Stories and our Discover Snapchat channel seen by over 5,000,000 unique viewers daily. • Facilitate live social media coverage during the biggest events in gaming. • Coordinate directly with Facebook to jump-start new shows that are being broadcast on the platform and help maintain their presence and user interaction on their respective show pages.

IGN EntertainmentProducer

Sep. 2015 - Apr. 2016IGN.comMy main duties in the Producer role were to produce, shoot and edit IGN's Daily Fix starring Naomi Kyle. • Assess the day's top news and manage and oversee the script-writing process in the morning with our writer. • Prepare the studio and shoot the episode for the day, grab pickups if needed later on, shoot additional needed content such as sponsored pieces, special features, and additional spots. • Edit the episode(s) for the day and/or weekend. • Upload and publish the episode on our O&O and social platforms. Additional duties: • Work with integrated marketing teams to incorporate sponsored content into the Fix. • Maintain online presence by moderating and replying to comments on O&O and social platforms. • Strategize adjustments to content according to trends and viewership numbers.

IGN EntertainmentAssociate Video Editor

Sep. 2014 - Feb. 2015• Provide edits for IGN content including but not limited to features, conversations, previews, reviews, podcasts, unboxings, interviews, etc. • Record voiceover with talent for the edits • Capture and/or manage assets within our Avid CMS to acquire the right content for the project.