Wesly Varghese

About Wesly Varghese

My professional journey has afforded me the chance to work across a wide spectrum of projects, including major sporting events like the 2024 Paris Olympics, multiple Super Bowls, NFL and MLB Drafts, and All-Star Games. Beyond sports, I’ve contributed to music videos, independent feature films, and short films, with experience in a variety of genres such as comedy, drama, and more. My diverse background has allowed me to develop a well-rounded skill set in entertainment production. As an editor and post-producer, I have significant experience in post-production across various types of media, including film, television, and digital platforms, I have honed my skills in producing, directing, and editing content that captivates audiences. I am a flexible and collaborative leader with a deep understanding of post-production workflows, both manual and automated, using industry-standard tools such as Adobe, Avid, and DaVinci. I thrive in fast-paced environments, am comfortable with same-day turnarounds, and jump at every opportunity to learn new skills and technologies. Additionally, I am very competent in post-production workflow management, project coordination, budgeting, resource management, lighting design, cinematography, technical direction, quality control, and standards compliance. Let\'s work together to continue creating visually stunning and compelling narratives for your audiences.

Experience

1. Show Editor, Producer, Director, Dp

   Yahoo

   May 2013 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US

   Manage editing, shooting and storytelling for various projects dealing with multiple genres in the Yahoo Universe.Yahoo Sports Podcast shows and game analysis.Olympics Coverage (2024 Paris Games): Co-produced daily content for Yahoo’s global Olympics coverage, liaising with analysts and sports experts to deliver impactful coverage with 20M+ views.The Rush (Satirical News Show): Led production for Yahoo’s daily satirical news show, overseeing episodes, achieving 650M+ streams, and securing 10+ branded sponsorships with $3M+ in revenue.The Voting Playbook: Oversaw the creation of an award-winning interactive series combining sports and voting education, generating 4M+ views and significant social impact.Props (Pop Culture Show): Director on the weekly production of Props, Yahoo’s comedy-driven pop culture show, ensuring high-quality, entertaining content.Lifestyle & Travel Series: Directed and co-produced for various lifestyle and travel series, including, A Broad Abroad, Grill Next Door, and Beauty 101, diversifying Yahoo’s content portfolio.Event Production: Led the shooting and production of major live sports events (World Series, Super Bowl, NFL Combine) as Director of Photography, ensuring top-tier production quality.Cross-Department Collaboration: Partnered with internal teams to create promotional content for upfronts, newfronts, and on-air campaigns, driving brand engagement.Post-Production Leadership: Managed post-production workflows, mentored co-editors, and defined show aesthetics (look, pacing, sound mix, color correction) for various projects.Social Media Optimization: Created social-specific versions of shows, leveraging platform-specific formats to engage audiences and drive monetization.Market Research: Conducted ongoing research to identify viewer trends and optimize content strategies for maximum audience engagement.