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From Video Editor to VP, Creative: Lenna's Golden Hippo Journey

Aug 13 2026

Great careers aren’t always built by following a predetermined path. Sometimes, they’re built by recognizing an opportunity, raising your hand, and creating what comes next.

That’s a philosophy Magdalenna, VP of Creative at Golden Hippo, has embraced throughout her career. Since joining Golden Hippo as a Video Editor in 2016, Lenna has grown alongside the company—helping build new creative capabilities, empowering her team to take on bigger challenges, and finding new ways for creativity to make an impact.

In a recent feature with Built In, Lenna reflects on her journey, what she’s learned about leadership and growth, and why the people behind the work matter long after a winning ad has run its course.

Read Lenna’s full Built In feature to learn more about her journey and the opportunities she’s helped create along the way.