Tommy Lawrence — Work

Tommy Lawrence

Video Producer & Editor

Over ten years producing, directing, and editing film and documentary content — from National Geographic features to State Department social campaigns.

Film & Documentary Production
Social Media Content
Post Production & Editing
Team & Vendor Management
Color, Audio & Graphics
2022
Present
Video Producer
U.S. Department of State
Washington, DC

Produce original social media videos for flagship State Department channels and the Secretary of State. Script, direct, film, and edit all videos — overseeing the entire development process through delivery. Ensure all videos adhere to strict branding templates and the mission of the Department.

2021
2022
Editor
Bright Trip
Remote

Edit digital online courses for brighttrip.com. Create videos from scripts and raw footage through to masters. Mix audio, color correct, cut ads and social media videos. Create graphic animation maps using Geolayers.

2019
2022
Post Production Coordinator
Write Brain Films
Arlington, VA

Managed a post production team of 20 editors and assistant editors. Coordinated with clients to establish deadlines and project goals. Ensured projects were delivered on time and to satisfaction. Assisted with editing, revisions, and media management.

2015
2018
Co-Producer / Editor
True Blue Films
Washington, DC

Oversaw entire post production operations. Acquired releases and stock footage for Discovery Channel and National Geographic. Edited pitch reels, promotional materials, and social media videos. Coordinated with online, color, graphics, and audio post houses.

Established the Earth Conservation Corps Live Eagle Camera — over 15M annual viewers watching 8.8M minutes per year.
Sea of Hope (2017) nominated for "Best Eco-System Film" at the Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival.
2014
2016
Associate Producer / Asst. Editor
Earth Touch USA
Bethesda, MD

Edited development reels and pitch tapes. Assisted with obtaining media and releases. Supported editors in post-production. Created and designed graphics. Prepped shows for online, color, and audio mix.

Earlier
Production Assistant Intern
Flight 33 Productions
Earlier
Television Intern
Harford Cable Network
Bachelor of Arts
Film & Media Arts
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
Associates
Mass Communications
Harford Community College
Bel Air, MD
Adobe Premiere
After Effects
Photoshop
Final Cut Pro
DaVinci Resolve
Geolayers
Sony Cameras
Canon Cameras