Jared Thompson Email & Phone Number

Zug, Zug, CH

Develop and execute cohesive, inspiring, high-impact, and technically substantive multimedia contenta strategy that positions NEAR as the leading force behind Chain Abstraction and AI in Web3.

New York, NY, US

• Strategic Content Creation: I lead the development of diverse marketing content for global campaigns, targeting digital media, product promotion, and social media to boost brand visibility and engagement.
• Team and Resource Management: Managing a dynamic video production team, I excel in coordinating with external freelancers, vendors, and agencies, optimizing resources and controlling costs without sacrificing quality.
• Project Leadership: I direct all phases of creative marketing campaigns, from scoping and budgeting to delivery, focusing on driving company growth and market presence with compelling visual content.
• Leveraging AI for Marketing Efficiency: I integrate AI tools to streamline the marketing process, enhancing creative decision-making and automating repetitive tasks for improved productivity and insights.
• Marketing and Business Goals Alignment: Skilled in crafting marketing content that aligns with organizational strategies, I ensure every production supports and advances business objectives.
• Global Efficiency: By leveraging international vendors, I optimize global video production, achieving up to 20% cost reduction and improved efficiency, while maintaining strict quality standards.

New York, NY, US

• Created engaging content for social media and digital platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and MetLife.com, driving audience growth and brand visibility.
• Conceptualized, filmed, and edited customer-centric mini-documentary video series that effectively connected personal stories with the brand's values and messaging.
• Collaborated with marketing teams, vendors, and agencies to conduct in-depth research, develop creative concepts, and pitch compelling video and photography ideas to elevate brand presence.

New York, NY, US

• Expertly script, storyboard, shoot, and edit videos that showcase a consistent MetLife brand, voice, and tone, demonstrating mastery in all aspects of execution and production.
• Filmed internationally, generating a global video library with over 1,000 video clips, reducing video licensing costs by over $250K and enhancing content diversity.
• Served as the lead photographer for the 2018 U.S. marketing campaign for Voluntary Benefits, capturing impactful visuals to boost brand recognition and campaign effectiveness.

New York, NY, US

• Directed, shot, and edited diverse creative content, including branding videos, documentary films, stop motion, time-lapse, interviews, multi-camera, live broadcasts, and various photo shoots for internal teams.
• Oversaw daily operations of the NYC in-house video and photo studio, ensuring smooth and efficient workflows.
• Partnered with senior executives to develop strategic solutions for high-profile video content for the EG team in Communications, Marketing, Thought Leadership, HR, and IT.
• Negotiate rates, book, and manage all parties & elements of the production and manage productions on set with assistance of hired freelance production crew.

Saint Paul's, England, GB

• Managed end-to-end video production process, including project management, directing, editing, and post-production, using Adobe Creative Suite and overseeing in-house production studios.
• Assembled and supervised large crews, streamlined workflows, and executed numerous high-quality videos for top-tier finance companies and institutions.
• Designed and implemented a multi-camera studio, managed budgets, and ensured the delivery of top-quality video content for panel discussions, interviews, and conferences.

London, GB

• Managed end-to-end video production, from concept development and direction to shooting, post-production, and delivery, crafting custom content for a diverse clientele.
• Demonstrated expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro and extensive experience with Canon, Sony, DSLR, and RED cameras, ensuring high-quality visuals and smooth production processes.