About

Tyler Stimpson is a graduate of Hobart and William Smith Colleges, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Media and Society with a minor in Entrepreneurship. During his time at Hobart, Tyler’s passion for film and media deepened through his creative work. In his senior year, he wrote, directed, and filmed the award-winning short Dreaming, which tells the story of a young man at a crossroads, grappling with his identity, relationships, and future through the lens of his dreams. The film premiered at the 2023 Geneva Downtown Film Festival, where it won the Audience Choice Award. Tyler also created several other short films, including a personal documentary reflecting on his father’s work as an architect and how it shaped his understanding of design and storytelling.

After graduating, Tyler began his professional career in media and marketing, first working as a freelance Sound Editor at the Harbor Picture Company, where he contributed to post-production on several motion pictures. He later joined Darien TV, his local community television station, where he produces and edits promotional videos that highlight the town of Darien and the station’s growing brand, from seasonal spotlights to the launch of Darien TV’s recent rebrand. He also films local government meetings and values the opportunity to support open communication and civic engagement within his community.

In addition to his work at Darien TV, Tyler has spent the past year collaborating with renowned Off-Broadway producer Allan Buchman, founder of Culture Project and Blueprint for Accountability. Working alongside Buchman, Tyler has contributed to messaging, communications, and creative development across multiple projects. His work includes writing and editing Buchman’s newsletter, designing and managing his website, and developing campaign materials for donors and sponsors. He has also played a key role in producing fundraising events, managing budgets, and coordinating production outreach and written materials.

Tyler’s greatest strengths lie at the intersection of creative storytelling and strategic communication. Known for his skills as a video editor, writer, and out-of-the-box thinker, he brings a thoughtful, collaborative, and imaginative approach to every project. He also enjoys designing websites and exploring new forms of digital media. Outside of work, Tyler enjoys playing the piano and collecting vinyl records, interests that reflect his lifelong appreciation for creativity and storytelling.