Creative Visual Storytelling

PHOTO, VIDEO, & DESIGN

BY KAYLA

Driven by Curiosity, Powered by Creativity

ABOUT

Hi, I'm Kayla!

My work spans drone piloting, photography, videography, video editing, animation, graphic design, social media management, Photoshop expertise, and copywriting.

Passionate about content creation, I continually embrace innovative techniques and emerging software to transform every subject—be it a product, person, service, or organization—into a compelling visual narrative.

Rather than simply capturing beauty as it exists, I create content that elevates and defines it, embodying a versatile creative approach that fuels impactful storytelling.

Beauty is everywhere.

Sometimes, you just need

some help capturing it.

More About Kayla

Experience & Education

Formal Education

Bachelor's of Arts in Communications from the University at Buffalo, graduated Summa Cum Laude

Professional Experience

For 3.5 years, I was a Marketing and Communications Associate for the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants / BlueSteps.

In this role, I served as a dual assistant across two dynamic teams, contributing to a wide range of marketing and communications efforts. At AESC, I established and managed a bi-weekly B2B email newsletter, significantly improving open and click-through rates, while also designing branded website content and producing multimedia assets—including animated videos and member interview features. I also photographed live conferences, capturing key moments for digital and promotional use.

At BlueSteps, I led daily social media content creation and scheduling across LinkedIn and Twitter, authored blog posts, and designed graphics and animated videos for paid campaigns to enhance brand awareness. My efforts contributed to a 3000%+ increase in YouTube subscribers through targeted advertising and content repurposing. I played a key role in company-wide rebranding initiatives, ensuring brand consistency across digital platforms and crafting animated logo assets. Throughout, I collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to support SEO, sales, and engagement goals, making a measurable impact on brand growth and visibility.

Freelancing Experience

Since 2017, I’ve worked as a versatile freelancer, partnering with clients across a range of industries to deliver creative solutions in graphic design, branding, social media management, and video editing. I currently work with North Shore Neurology, where I handle ongoing design projects, manage their social media presence, and produce engaging video content to support their digital strategy.

My freelance work also includes extensive experience in photography—covering corporate events, portraits, graduations, and stock imagery. As a certified Part 107 drone pilot, I bring a unique edge to visual storytelling, capturing dynamic aerial shots that enhance large group photos and promotional content. My ability to adapt to different creative needs and industries has allowed me to consistently produce high-quality, visually compelling work that elevates each client’s brand.

Beauty Captured:

Photo by Kayla

Nature

People

Wheels

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Beauty Captured:

Video by Kayla

AESC Global Summit 2025 Teaser Video

A teaser video I created to announce and generate excitement for AESC's upcoming conference, highlighting the confirmed venue before speakers and sessions were revealed.

Six Steps to Career Success

A marketing asset for Executive Career Services (ECS), this animated video guides viewers through the six steps to achieving their career goals — showcasing how ECS advisors provide expert support at every stage of the journey.

What is BlueSteps

An essential marketing asset to help provide prospective customers with a clear understanding of what the service can do for them.

What is Leadership Intelligence

This video premiered at the AESC Global Conference in November 2023, I was tasked with creating a video that would serve as an opening welcome message for the event.

Why Members are Committed to AESC

I interviewed, recorded, and edited a video featuring AESC’s board members, highlighting the value and benefits prospective members can gain from an AESC membership.

What is VeriBlue

A key marketing asset designed to introduce the VeriBlue Digital Wallet, explaining its features and how it empowers members to manage their documents seamlessly.

Benefits to Attending an AESC Conference

A short promotional video I created highlighting the top three benefits of attending an AESC conference, designed to engage viewers and drive event participation.

What are the BlueSteps Executive Career Services

I created this to introduce prospective customers to the service and how to sign up.

Sustaining Growth Conference Introduction

This video premiered at the AESC Global Conference in November 2022, I was tasked with creating a video that would serve as an opening welcome message for the event.

What are the AESC Member benefits

I edited this video with extra focus on keeping the viewer interested. The video is used to show prospective members what they can get out of an AESC membership as told from current members.

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Beauty Captured:

Graphic Design by Kayla

Infographic visualizing a blog that promotes education programs.

Infographic visualizing a snippet from AESC research, promoting the report

Social media post celebrating hispanic leaders for hispanic heritage month

A logo I designed for a digital wallet for executives that was created by BlueSteps, Credivera and Mintz Group.

A logo I designed for a start-up 3D printing company, Make Tech.

Social media post to promote and announce the featured speaker for the 2025 AESC Global Summit.

Social media post for Punam Flutes to promote a sale for Republic Day

Flyer I designed for NSN to visually communicate their mission, vision, and values in a clear and engaging way.

YouTube Thumbnails for webinar recordings that I turned into YouTube content, crafting captivating graphics that spark viewer interest.

Outdoor yard banner I designed for a graduation party

Infographic to visualize a snippet from AESC research to promote the report.

Post template for NSN that I designed for introducing new providers on social media

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