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james mungai

@jamesmungai

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Creative visual-first story editor specializing in YouTube storytelling and retention-focused content.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek a collaborative role in video production or story editing where I can shape visual-first narratives, optimize viewer retention, and grow within a creative, data-informed team.

I am a creative Story Editor with 3+ years of experience supporting high-volume YouTube content production through script interpretation and visual structuring. I translate written scripts into retention-focused, visual-first stories that improve engagement and clarity.

I collaborate closely with writers and editors to refine hooks, pacing, and visual beats, and have contributed to projects that reached 12 million views. I work effectively in fast-paced pipelines producing 20+ videos per month.

As a freelance video editor and content creator, I manage end-to-end production, integrate motion graphics and sound design, and execute lighting and camera setups to deliver polished content. I have produced and edited 50+ video projects across social and long-form platforms.

I also bring experience in career advising and medical laboratory roles, demonstrating adaptability, editorial precision, and strong research skills. I prioritize clear storytelling, collaboration, and measurable performance outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Freelance Video Editor

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Self Employed

Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 2 months)

Edited and produced 50+ video projects for social and YouTube platforms, managing end-to-end production, integrating motion graphics and sound design, and maintaining efficient media workflows.

Video Editing Adobe Premiere Pro After Effects Motion Graphics Sound Design Media Management

Current

Nightclub Photographer

Current

Independent Projects

Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 2 months)

Provided event photography and videography services for nightlife events, delivering edited visual assets and managing on-site lighting and camera setups.

Event Photography Videography Lighting Photo Editing Client Coordination

Creative Story Editor

YTMG Ltd

Jul 2025 - Jul 2025 (0 months)

Supported high-volume YouTube production (20+ videos/month) by translating scripts into visual-first stories, developing hooks and visual beats, and contributing to videos including a flagship project that reached 12 million views.

Script To Visual Interpretation Storyboarding Visual Storytelling Adobe Premiere Pro After Effects

Medical Laboratory Technologist

Medihub

Feb 2025 - Apr 2025 (2 months)

Worked as a locum medical laboratory technologist providing diagnostic testing and lab support at Medihub to maintain service continuity during staffing gaps.

Laboratory Safety Quality Control

Career Advisor & CV Editor

Careers Without Borders

May 2024 - Nov 2024 (6 months)

Led CV and LinkedIn optimization projects, producing 180+ tailored CVs and 120+ LinkedIn profile optimizations within six months and contributing to 10 confirmed job placements through targeted rewrites and advisory sessions.

Career Coaching Interview Preparation Market Research Content Editing Advisory

Medical Laboratory Intern

St. Matia Mulumba Mission Hospital

May 2023 - Aug 2023 (3 months)

Completed internship supporting hospital laboratory operations, assisting with sample analysis, routine tests, and maintaining laboratory documentation and quality standards.

Sample Analysis Routine Testing Lab Documents Quality Assurance Laboratory Safety

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Mount Kenya University

Bachelor of Science, Medical Laboratory Science

2020 - 2024

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science with coursework and practical training in clinical laboratory techniques and diagnostics.