MEET THE TEAM
At Stoke Light, we combine our story-driven creatives with metric-driven content distribution to help you impact more customers. Our team brings over 40 years of combined experience in video production, video editing, graphic design, YouTube management, website SEO, and social media marketing to serve YOUR needs.
Brian Davis
CEO & Founder
Brian Davis is the Founder and CEO of Stoke Light, helping businesses grow effectively through strategic storytelling and innovative video solutions. With over two decades of diverse creative experience, Brian has honed his expertise across various disciplines, including photography, cinematography, editing, graphic design, and technical support. His career journey includes impactful roles at companies such as Universal Music & Video Distribution, where he served as a Creative Services Coordinator. Known for his uniquely hands-on approach, Brian ensures both small and large clients receive personalized, impactful strategies tailored specifically to their unique needs and goals. As a StoryBrand Certified Marketer, he excels in crafting clear, compelling brand narratives that resonate with audiences and drive meaningful business results. In his free time, Brian enjoys quality moments with his wife and their five children and can occasionally be found jamming out on his guitar at work.
Iain Carson
Director of Marketing
Iain Carson is the Marketing Director at Stoke Light, with over 15 years of experience in digital marketing and content strategy. Specializing in YouTube growth and SEO optimization, Iain consistently drives audience expansion and increased revenue for clients. His background includes television, film, and brand content creation with companies like The Walt Disney Company. He excels at creating impactful, multi-platform social media campaigns that boost brand visibility and engagement. Passionate about storytelling and innovation, Iain turns creative visions into measurable results. In his time off, Iain enjoys spending time with his wife and children, listening to audiobooks, and building, painting, and playing tabletop games.
Michael Coe
Editor
Michael is the Lead Video Editor at Stoke Light, with over 10 years of experience in video production, post-production and digital marketing. With a broad portfolio of work spanning from feature film sound design and animated explainer videos, Michael lives and breathes storytelling and aims to maximize the impact of every client’s first impression with their customers. Outside of work, Michael can be found at wine tasting rooms with his wife, relaxing at the park with his dog, or pouring over old movies and records anywhere that still sells physical media.
Desiree Hernandez
Marketing Coordinator II
As the lead Marketing Coordinator, Desiree Hernandez is a visual artist and strategic executor with a deep-seated understanding of human behavior. With over 3 years in the Stoke Light family, she masters translating brand voice into content, from designing scroll-stopping graphics to crafting written pieces and optimizing various platforms for maximum visibility. A trendsetter by nature, her expertise is amplified by a 10-year calling as an internationally published portrait photographer, and a friend to many young creators and businesses. Her unique set of skills allows her to present the best of any brand or person. In her free time, Dez studies communication tactics and life wisdom, or basks in her simple joys including fashion, running a book club, and hosting hangouts with friends and family.