Brian M Suggs

Brian M

Videographer | Multimedia Designer

Raleigh, NC
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Award-winning videographer and marketing creative specializing in end-to-end video production, content strategy, and visual storytelling. Published photographer with a track record of translating business objectives into high-impact creative that strengthens engagement and brand presence. Experienced in leading cross-functional initiatives across brand, product, and corporate communications. Combines expertise in video, photography, and design with marketing strategy to deliver scalable, results-driven content.

Experience

2022 Jul - 2026 Apr
Multimedia Designer
Aspida Financial / Durham, NC

Multimedia lead responsible for end-to-end video production, photography, and digital content strategy supporting marketing, internal communications, and brand storytelling.

• Led full-cycle production of video content across brand, product, culture, and executive communications

• Owned multimedia content systems, including centralized photo/video libraries and digital asset workflows

• Directed large-scale video initiatives in partnership with external production vendors, managing creative direction, timelines, and delivery

• Captured executive and corporate photography for internal and external brand use

• Designed onboarding materials, campaign assets, and event graphics

• Managed enterprise-wide digital signage communications across multiple office locations using ScreenCloud

• Led annual multimedia roadmap planning aligned with marketing strategy and organizational priorities

2021 Feb - 2022 Jul
Digital Media Specialist
William Peace University / Raleigh, NC

Led university-wide digital media strategy and multimedia production across marketing, communications, and brand channels, serving as a primary owner of the institution’s digital presence.

• Directed end-to-end production of video, photography, and digital content supporting enrollment marketing, internal communications, and brand storytelling

• Increased social media engagement by 50%+ through a strategic overhaul of visual storytelling and content approach

• Acted in a lead capacity during marketing leadership transition, ensuring continuity of campaigns and communications

• Streamlined vendor management and digital platforms to improve operational efficiency and workflow

• Managed web, email (WordPress/Mailchimp), and campus-wide digital signage to ensure consistent institutional messaging

2018 Aug - 2019 Dec
Marketing Content Manager
New Wave Creative (Ash Properties) / Jacksonville, FL

Led cross-functional marketing and creative operations, overseeing multi-channel campaigns and production workflows for agency clients

• Directed restaurant rebrand initiative, driving creative strategy, execution, and brand repositioning

• Increased client growth by 22% through data-driven social media strategy and performance optimization

• Reduced marketing costs by $14.5K through process improvements and streamlined campaign management systems

• Produced end-to-end photo and video assets supporting brand identity and campaign execution

• Contributed to agency business planning and strategic growth initiatives

2015 May - 2019 Dec
Photographer | Videographer
Flora + Fauna Photography / Jacksonville, FL

Captured photo and video content for weddings and engagements as a second shooter for high-volume event production

• Assisted in post-production editing using Final Cut Pro and After Effects

• Developed foundational expertise in visual storytelling, production workflows, and client delivery standards

2016 Jul - 2018 Mar
Digital Marketing Manager
Omni Hotels & Resorts / Fernandina Beach, FL

Led digital marketing execution across email (HubSpot), web (WordPress), social media, and OTA platforms, driving resort visibility and revenue growth

• Increased social media growth by 44.6% and 19.97% year-over-year, exceeding engagement targets two consecutive years

• Managed full-cycle content production, including photography, video, and copywriting using Adobe Creative Suite

• Rebuilt and organized resort visual asset library, improving content accessibility and brand consistency

• Developed instructional video content for Golf and Tennis departments, contributing to a 15% increase in private bookings

• Supported SEO, analytics, and e-commerce content optimization to improve digital performance and conversion

Education

2003 - 2007
University of Florida
Bachelor's Degree / Event Management, Tourism

Varsity Captain, University of Florida Rowing Team 2005-2007

Bright Futures Scholarship Recipient

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