Nathan phaenephom’s

timeline

Digital Media Specialist | Video Producer | Editor | Graphic Designer | Event & Social Media Strategist

2025

  • St. Culture Advocacy:

  • Video Editor

    • Created a promotional video campaign that boosted excitement and attendance for an upcoming event. Afterward, edited a post-event recap that captured its energy and key moments. Also produced a dynamic music video and short film, ensuring professional quality and narrative impact across all deliverables.

  • Freelance Social Media Video Editor:

  • Social Media Video Editor & Content Producer

    • Partnered with nonprofits and creators to transform raw ideas into engaging, strategy-driven digital content. Specialized in crafting platform-native videos optimized for storytelling, SEO, and audience engagement across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Managed full production pipelines—from scripting and scheduling to editing and publishing; delivering emotionally resonant, high-impact work.

Nathan Phaenephom in a graduation gown and cap stands in front of a large stone sign that reads 'HUSSON' during a graduation ceremony. He is smiling and the background features a partly cloudy sky, trees, and a road.

2024

  • Freelance Wedding videographer & editor:

    • Worked directly with clients to conceptualize and produce cinematic wedding videos. Captured heartfelt ceremonies and lively receptions, editing them into cohesive narratives aligned with each couple’s vision. Oversaw timelines, collaborated with vendors, and ensured professional, on-time delivery.

  • obtained a b.s. film/video production:

    • Graduated from the New England School of Communications at Husson University, where studies focused on film, live production, and digital media storytelling.

  • NESCom productions

  • Camera Operator & Crew

    • Captured dynamic visuals for both live and pre-recorded productions. Collaborated with directors and production teams to achieve high-quality framing, focus, and storytelling

  • “War of the ants“ | Short film

  • Short Film Producer

    • Produced the capstone short film War of the Ants, managing a 10-person team through every production stage. Supervised scheduling, budgeting, and communication to maintain high creative standards and meet all deadlines.

A young woman with red hair and blue eyes staring at a computer screen, with Maine State Police Computer Crime logo in the background, and text that reads 'Help Prevent Internet Crimes'.

2023

  • “Protect your kids against internet crime“ | Maine state police

  • Director

    • Directed and edited a PSA in collaboration with the Maine State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Department. Oversaw pre-production, shot composition, and live directing to ensure the final product communicated a powerful, socially responsible message.

  • “unhoused in bangor, me” | documentary

  • Director, Producer, & Editor

    • Directed, filmed, and edited a documentary exploring homelessness in Bangor, Maine. Led research, interviews, and production to humanize the issue and spark community dialogue. The film was featured by local news outlets, expanding its reach and social impact.

  • “Overdrive“ | nescom productions

  • Camera Operator

    • Acted as a dolly camera operator during the live broadcasting of “Overdrive”, a concert.

  • “The nite show“ | NESCom productions

  • Camera Operator

    • Operated ENG-styled cameras during live and pre-recorded broadcasts, adapting to real-time direction and maintaining technical precision. For the late-night Television Show for Maine, streams on WABI, FOX 23, WWPI, and WGME. www.theniteshowmaine.com

2022

  • “Paranormal Phenomenons“ | Short Film

  • Actor

    • Portrayed Blaine Hansen in a narrative short film focused on supernatural themes and psychological storytelling.

2021

  • Frames per second

  • Social Media Manager

    • Oversaw social media strategy for the student-run film organization, promoting educational events and workshops while producing engaging short-form video content. Collaborated with student creators to enhance digital presence through storytelling, editing, and branding across platforms like Instagram.

  • “The Man Who Wrote Me” | short film

  • 1st Assistant Camera

    • Supported the Director of Photography by assembling the camera, swapping lenses, pulling focus, and managing slates on set.

  • “The Timeline” | Emerson Independent Video

  • Host & Creative Writer

    • Developed and hosted a satirical video segment, combining on-camera performance and creative writing for an independent student broadcast.

2020

  • “Wear It“ & “The perseids “| Music Video

  • 1st Assistant Camera

    • Assisted the DP in all aspects of production: assembled cameras, managed lenses and filters, pulled focus, and slated shots on set.

  • “The Graduation Party“ | Short Film

  • Production Assistant

    • Assisted the lighting and camera departments on an Emerson College BFA production. Captured behind-the-scenes stills and supported crew logistics.

  • “Inspiration Ceremony” | Oceanside High School

  • Director & Editor

    • Directed and edited a one-hour virtual high school assembly video during the pandemic, replacing the traditional in-person event with a remote broadcast.

2019

  • Cohen Institute | Summer Leadership Program

    • Completed Foundations of Leadership (LDR 100) at the University of Maine’s selective leadership program—admitted as the sole student representative from Knox County.

  • School Board Representative

    • For two years, served as the first student representative in years, voicing student concerns and influencing district-level decisions.

  • Key Club Board

    • Treasurer of the RSU 13 Key Club.

  • Vice President of Graduating class 2020

  • Vice President of Class of 2020

    • Responsibilities and what I have accomplished and is accomplishing include: planning school events, speaking up for our student body, making decisions that impact our class or school, fundraising for our class.

2018

  • seeds of peace

  • Leadership Program Participant

    • Selected to attend an international leadership and conflict-resolution program focused on communication and diversity.

  • Oceanside Film Club

  • Founder & President

    • Established the school’s first film club, leading weekly meetings, directing projects, and mentoring peers in production and editing.

  • key club

  • Member

    • Contributed to local volunteer projects and fundraising efforts for nonprofits such as UNICEF.

A colorful Halloween-themed banner advertising the 4th Annual Haunted House event by Friendship Fright, held on October 31 and November 1 from 6 to 9 PM at the Hahn Community Center in Friendship, Maine. The banner features a haunted castle, bats, and a full moon.

2016

  • Friendship fright

  • Event Creator & Social Media Manager

    • Founded and managed a nonprofit Halloween event. Led social media marketing, graphic design, and volunteer recruitment. Developed branding assets and event promotions that attracted strong community participation.

  • “Noel“ | Minecraft Mod Development

    • Designed, coded, and promoted a Christmas-themed mod using Java. Created 3D models, textures, and in-game assets. Achieved over 260,000 downloads worldwide as of 2025, combining programming, digital art, and community marketing skills.

-2013

  • EARLY VIDEO & GAME DESIGN PROJECTS

    • Created Vines, stop-motion animations, and gameplay videos, laying the foundation for storytelling through video.

  • EARLY WEB DEVELOPMENT

    • Self-taught in Java, HTML, and CSS through Codeacademy and Code.org. Built personal websites and small games, sparking an early passion for digital creativity.

A wedding ceremony with a bride and groom under a floral arch decorated with blue and purple hydrangeas, with bridesmaids holding bouquets in the background.
Two men standing in a semi-circle facing each other on a street with a house in the background. One man is younger, holding a camera and tripod, and the other older, wearing a cap. The scene is in black and white, with the words "UNHOUSED IN BANGOR" in orange text overlaid.

Awards & Acknowledgements

  • Spring 2024 Honors | husson university

  • Spring 2023 Honors | husson university

  • Spring 2022 Honors | husson university

  • Fall 2022 President’s List | husson university

  • State Award for Acting (2018-19) | Maine Principals’ Association

    • Recognized at the Maine state level during the MPA’s One Act competition for the role of Bailiff in “A Play with Words”.

  • Regional Award for Acting (2018-19) | Maine Principals’ Association

    • Recognized at the Maine regional level during the MPA’s One Act competition for the role of Bailiff in “A Play with Words”.

  • Oceanside High School | Excellence in Drama Department (2018-19)

    • Being a recognized student for participating in the Maine One Acts and receiving regional and state awards for acting.

  • Oceanside High School | Oceanside Pride Award (2017-2018)

    • For involvement within the school. Recognized for creating and running the Film Club.

  • Seeds of Peace Alumni & Completion (2018)

    • Attending and completing the Seeds of Peace program.

  • Oceanside High School | Student of the Quarter (2017-2018)

    • Showing excellence in classes and being an involved student.

  • Oceanside High School | Fine Arts Award (2017-2018)

    Showing excellence in the fine arts department.

  • Oceanside High School | Recognized Student Award (2017-2018)

    Showing excellence in all classes.