Alex R. Wagner

Director of Digital Content | Video Production & Direct-Response Sales Copy | AI Automation

United States

About

I am a Director of Digital Content and Video Production Strategist with over a decade of experience engineering high-converting media ecosystems. I do not chase outdated web metrics or vanity algorithms; my singular focus is driving immediate, measurable revenue through premium video production and aggressive direct-response sales copy. My operational foundation was forged in the highest tiers of the entertainment industry. From managing complex logistical pipelines on billion-dollar Marvel Studios sets (Avengers: Endgame, Infinity War) to coordinating production for Netflix, SHOWTIME, and award-winning independent feature films, I know how to execute flawless, high-stakes productions under absolute pressure. Today, I weaponize that elite production background for modern brands by integrating advanced AI workflow automation. I architect rapid-turnaround, high-volume content pipelines explicitly optimized for 9:16 vertical platforms. By controlling the entire funnel—from AI-accelerated visual hooks to the final direct-sales call-to-action—I build comprehensive digital ecosystems that turn raw attention into immediate foot traffic, on-site buyers, and closed deals. I don't just shoot and edit. I build scalable, AI-optimized content engines that drive serious business growth.

Experience

  • Media Producer & Brand Partnerships Director at GK Studio Productions
    Mar 2026 - Present · 5 mos

    Founder & Independent Digital Media Producer responsible for building and operating a multi-platform news and commentary network reaching millions of monthly viewers across YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and livestreaming platforms. Produce, host, edit, and distribute daily long-form videos, short-form content, and live broadcasts covering current events, politics, sports, entertainment, and internet culture. Lead every aspect of the business, including content strategy, audience growth, brand development, production, live streaming, social media distribution, analytics, and sponsorship sales. Manage an end-to-end digital publishing workflow, creating hundreds of pieces of content each month while optimizing performance across multiple platforms. Currently developing long-term partnerships with brands seeking authentic integration into a highly engaged U.S.-based audience through sponsored content, livestream integrations, and multi-platform marketing campaigns.

  • Video Content Manager at Lantz Home Services, Plumbing - AC - Electrical
    Mar 2026 - Jun 2026 · 4 mos

    Revenue-Driven Production: Direct and produce high-converting, direct-response video content and sales copy designed to drive immediate, measurable business growth. AI Workflow Automation: Architect automated production pipelines leveraging advanced AI generation tools for video, graphic design, and marketing assets, aggressively scaling output and reducing turnaround times. Vertical Content Strategy: Develop and execute comprehensive 9:16 mobile content strategies optimized for TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram to maximize local market penetration and visibility. Event Marketing & Campaign Execution: Lead end-to-end video marketing and production for major regional campaigns and community events, including handling all creative direction and technical execution for Lago Fest and Kid Fest.

  • Video Producer at Neu Appliance - Outlet
    Feb 2025 - Sep 2025 · 8 mos

    Direct-Response Revenue Generation: Engineered high-converting vertical video assets and aggressive sales copy designed to drive immediate local foot traffic and big-ticket inventory sales for a high-volume appliance outlet. Rapid-Turnaround Content Pipeline: Built and managed a fast-paced production cycle to align with daily incoming liquidation and open-box shipments, ensuring maximum digital visibility for rapidly changing showroom inventory AI-Optimized Marketing: Utilized advanced AI tools to accelerate graphic asset generation and direct-response hook creation, dramatically reducing production bottlenecks and aggressively scaling daily output. Platform-Specific Conversion: Executed comprehensive 9:16 mobile strategies optimized for local market penetration, turning raw video into targeted social campaigns that actively converted viewers into on-site buyers.

  • Media Buyer at ENV Pictures
    Nov 2020 - Nov 2024 · 4 yrs 1 mo

    In 2020 I relocated to Orlando, FL from Manhattan. I started work with an independent startup as the production manager. In early 2021 we left an exclusive contract with Amazon Prime to create our own subscription service. In 2022 we launched our first apps on iOS and AppleTV. The company has worked with Funny or Die, NBC Peacock, Tubi, Plex, YoutubeTV, Apple, Ruko and many more.

  • Executive Assistant at Netflix
    Jan 2020 - Sep 2020 · 9 mos

    In January of 2020 I accepted a role as the executive assistant to director Andy Fickman on the Netflix/NASCAR sitcom starring Kevin James "The Crew" At this position I learned the ins and outs of scheduling and daily maintenance of being a executive assistant including breaking down project outlines and creating script coverage.