Kym Buchly
VIDEO EDITOR | POST-PRODUCTION SPECIALIST
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About
Senior post-production editor with 15+ years of experience and a track record of securing rapid first-cut approvals from high-profile national brands. Independently transforms raw footage and unstructured interview takes into polished, brand-aligned internal communications, executive/interview-style videos, and commercial content — managing the full post workflow from raw footage to final delivery with minimal creative direction required. Trusted to consistently deliver broadcast-quality work on schedule and on budget.
Experience
Owner / Editor at Fireball Creative Inc. (2006 – Present)
- Lead end-to-end post-production workflows — editing, motion graphics, audio mixing, and color correction — to consistently deliver broadcast-quality commercial and internal communications assets for clients including LeapFrog, Smoothie King, and TGI Fridays.
- Transform raw, unstructured footage and interview takes into cohesive, brand-aligned visual narratives that boost product visibility and support corporate training initiatives.
- Manage 50+ complex projects simultaneously under compressed timelines and strict budgets for clients including Comerica Bank, Cencora, and Parexel, consistently delivering ahead of schedule and under budget to drive repeat business.
Editor at Moving Pictures Editorial (2004 – 2006)
- Partnered directly with agency creatives and national brands — including Pepsi, CompUSA, Pizza Hut, Rent-A-Center, Whataburger, and Frito-Lay — in live, collaborative editing sessions to dynamically craft and refine narrative structures.
- Produced broadcast-ready commercials and promotional sizzle reels fully optimized and aligned with campaign goals.
Freelance Video Editor at Freelance
Delivered end-to-end post-production — editing, client collaboration, audio mixing, and color correction — for regional and national brands, building a reputation for reliable, high-quality independent delivery.
Senior AVID Editor at ESPI Video
Produced and edited documentaries, corporate videos, and live-event onsite highlight videos.
AVID Editor at Fox Net
Edited network promos and on-air branding campaigns; produced stylized montages and sales presentations to elevate the network's visual identity.
Editor / Assistant Editor at New Wave Entertainment
Handled post-production for major entertainment studios including Disney, Warner Bros., and Sony, taking the lead on editing trailers and TV spots.
Production Assistant at Sunflower 6 Productions / Cable 6 Productions
Floor director, technical director, audio technician, camera operator.
On-Air Talent at KLZR FM 105.9
Weekend morning show host; developed voiceover and presentation skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Film – University of Kansas