Award-winning Senior Video Editor, Producer, and Creative Lead with 15+ years of experience creating premium broadcast, streaming, digital, and branded content for major entertainment networks and media companies including Netflix, Paramount, MTV, BET Networks, Complex, and Tribeca Films. Specialized in creative storytelling, post-production supervision, sound design, branded campaigns, trailers, promos, documentaries, and long-form content. Known for combining creative vision with strong technical expertise while leading collaborative production teams in fast-paced environments.

John Kanellidis

Award-winning Senior Video Editor, Producer, and Creative Lead with 15+ years of experience creating premium broadcast, streaming, digital, and branded content for major entertainment networks and media companies including Netflix, Paramount, MTV, BET Networks, Complex, and Tribeca Films. Specialized in creative storytelling, post-production supervision, sound design, branded campaigns, trailers, promos, documentaries, and long-form content. Known for combining creative vision with strong technical expertise while leading collaborative production teams in fast-paced environments.

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Award-winning Senior Video Editor, Producer, and Creative Lead with 15+ years of experience creating premium broadcast, streaming, digital, and branded content for major entertainment networks and media companies including Netflix, Paramount, MTV, BET Networks, Complex, and Tribeca Films.
Specialized in creative storytelling, post-production supervision, sound design, branded campaigns, trailers, promos, documentaries, and long-form content. Known for combining creative vision with strong technical expertise while leading collaborative production teams in fast-paced environments.

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Language

English
Fluent
Greek, Modern
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Lead Editor at TV one Networks/ONE_X studio solutions
December 31, 2017 - July 29, 2025
Responsibilities consist of working with the production directors, producers and talent to achieve professional and compelling online media content, specializing in short and long documentaries and online web series such as Sneaker Shopping, Magnum Opus, and Original Docs.
Director_Lead Editor at TV one Networks/ONE_X studio solutions
December 31, 2017 - July 29, 2025
Responsibilities consisted of working with the creative agency to create commercial campaigns for their client HOME DEPOT.
Post Producer _Senior Editor at A&E Networks_Complex Networks
December 31, 2016 - July 29, 2025
Responsibilities consisted of post producing and editing of ‘Hot the Bobby Shmurder Story’.
Editor at PARAMOUNT/VH1 Creative Services
December 31, 2022 - July 29, 2025
Responsibilities include working with the producers of the shows to create compelling and creative show opens, promos, and branding campaigns to increase viewership ratings.
Co-creator/Consulting Producer at Peacock Productions/NBC
December 31, 2014 - July 29, 2025
Responsibilities consisted of producing pilots and consulting closely with the executive producers on original lifestyle content for broadcast TV.
Editor at TribecaFilms/IllaFilms (NASTIMEISILLMATIC)
December 31, 2014 - July 29, 2025
Worked closely with the producer and director of the documentary to create a visually compelling story of an award-winning artist and album. The film was chosen as the opening film for Tribeca film festival 2014.
DP/Post producer at ProductionArtistsINC
December 31, 2013 - July 29, 2025
Collaborated with the production, post production and creative teams to deliver exciting new co-branding campaigns for the Lincoln Ford Company.
Supervising / Lead Editor at NETFLIX
January 1, 2024 - Present
Responsibilities consist of working with original content marketing team, writers, producers and editors to create proof of concept trailers for long format content.
Post producer/Editor at VICE Media
December 31, 2013 - July 29, 2025
Post producing and editing spotlight portrait pieces of the artists performing on the 'Brooklyn Brisk Bodega tour'.
Post Producer/Editor at MTV Networks
December 31, 2013 - July 29, 2025
Worked closely with supervising producers to create promotional content for on-air use including Wild ‘N out and Battle of the Year movie stunt promos.
Supervising Editor at CENTRIC/ATLANTIC RECORDS
December 31, 2013 - July 29, 2025
Worked close with the production company and client to create shows and a 1-hour documentary for Centric TV including 'TGT As Written the TV show' & 'The Road to 3 Kings' and 'The Making of TGT'.
Lead Editor/Segment Producer at MTV Networks
December 31, 2013 - July 29, 2025
Produced packaged content for the weekly shows 'Sucker Free' and 'The Week in Jams' and served as Lead Editor for both shows.
Co-Producer/Lead Editor at Music Choice
December 31, 2010 - July 29, 2025
Provided creative and editorial support while assisting the lead producer and team for the show 'Certified'.
Post Producer /Editor at Media Place NYC
December 31, 2010 - July 29, 2025
Created and edited various brand campaigns, promotional spots and segments for clients such as Brand Jordan, Footlocker, Converse, and Footaction.
Director / Preditor at BET Networks
December 31, 2008 - July 29, 2025
Pitched creative ideas and executed them. Directed and produced network branding campaigns, commercials, promos and PSA’s that best conveyed the shows as well as the network's image.
Camera Operator/Editor at BET Nightly News
December 31, 2003 - July 29, 2025
Worked close with correspondents and staff to create engaging media news stories, segments and news specials for a nightly show.
Lead Editor at TV One Networks/ONE_X Studio Solutions
December 31, 2017 - July 29, 2025
Responsibilities included working with production directors, producers, and talent to achieve professional and compelling online media content, specializing in short and long-form documentaries and online web series such as Sneaker Shopping, Magnum Opus, and Original Docs.
Director_Lead Editor at TV One Networks/ONE_X Studio Solutions
December 31, 2017 - July 29, 2025
Worked with the creative agency to create commercial campaigns for their client HOME DEPOT.
Post Producer_Senior Editor at A&E Networks_Complex Networks
December 31, 2016 - July 29, 2025
Post producing and editing of 'Hot the Bobby Shmurder Story'.
Editor at Paramount/VH1 Creative Services
December 31, 2022 - July 29, 2025
Worked with producers to create compelling show opens, promos, and branding campaigns designed to increase viewership ratings from 2015 to 2022.
Co-creator/Consulting Producer at Peacock Productions/NBC
December 31, 2014 - July 29, 2025
Produced pilots and consulted closely with executive producers on original lifestyle content for broadcast TV.
Editor at Tribeca Films/IllaFilms (NASTIMEISILLMATIC)
December 31, 2014 - July 29, 2025
Worked closely with the producer and director of a documentary to create a visually compelling story of an award-winning artist and album, which was chosen as the opening film for Tribeca Film Festival 2014.
DP/Post Producer at ProductionArtistsINC
December 31, 2013 - July 29, 2025
Collaborated with production, post production, and creative teams to deliver co-branding campaigns for the Lincoln Ford Company.
Supervising / Lead Editor at Netflix
January 1, 2024 - Present
Collaborated with original content marketing team, writers, producers, and editors to create proof of concept trailers for long-format content.
Post producer/Editor at VICE Media
December 31, 2013 - July 29, 2025
Post produced and edited spotlight portrait pieces of artists performing on the Brooklyn Brisk Bodega tour.
Post Producer/Editor at MTV Networks
December 31, 2013 - July 29, 2025
Worked closely with supervising producers to create exciting promotional content, including Wild ‘N Out and Battle of the Year movie stunt promos.
Supervising Editor at Centric/Atlantic Records
December 31, 2013 - July 29, 2025
Collaborated closely with the production company and client to create TGT As Written TV show and related documentaries for Centric TV.
Lead Editor/Segment Producer at MTV Networks
December 31, 2013 - July 29, 2025
Produced and edited packaged content for weekly shows such as Sucker Free and The Week in Jams.
Co-Producer/Lead Editor at Music Choice
December 31, 2010 - July 29, 2025
Provided creative and editorial support while assisting the lead producer and team for the show Certified.
Post Producer/Editor at Media Place NYC
December 31, 2010 - July 29, 2025
Created and edited various brand campaigns, promotional spots, and segments for clients including Brand Jordan, Footlocker, Converse, and Footaction.
Director / Preditor at BET Networks
December 31, 2008 - July 29, 2025
Pitched creative ideas and executed network branding campaigns, commercials, promos, and PSAs to convey shows and the network's message.
Camera Operator/Editor at BET Nightly News
December 31, 2003 - July 29, 2025
Worked closely with correspondents and staff to create engaging news media stories, segments, and specials for a nightly show.
Senior Editor & Sound Designer at Paramount / MTV
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Edited proof-of-concept trailers for long-form streaming content and original programming initiatives; worked closely with creative executives to shape narrative structure and audience engagement; supervised a team of writers, producers and editors through the post-production process; provided advanced sound design and audio mixing for broadcast-ready deliverables.
Supervising Editor & Lead Editor at Netflix
January 1, 2024 - Present
Lead Editor at VH1 / Viacom
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Edited packaging for weekly programming, created branded content and music-driven editorial features; managed assistant editors and post-production workflows under tight deadlines.
Lead Editor / Director at Complex
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Directed and edited branded content for original network programming; collaborated with branding and marketing to create visually engaging digital series long and short form content; developed proof-of-concept edits and creative strategies for long-form streaming content.
Editor - NAS at Tribeca Films
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
Partnered with creative executives, producers, and on-air talent to create compelling digital and broadcast promotional content; specialized in editing short-form trailers, promos, and captivating show opens; delivered assets optimized for broadcast, streaming platforms and digital distribution.
Lead Editor / Segment Producer at MTV
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Produced and edited weekly programming including Sucker Free and Week in Jams; created packaged segments, promotional content, and music-driven editorial features; managed assistant editors and post-production workflows under fast-paced broadcast deadlines.

Education

Technical degree at NYU – Center for the Media Arts
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1997
Technical Degree in Broadcast TV, Film and Video Arts at NYU – Center for the Media Arts
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1997
Technical Certificate - Highest Honors at New York University — Center for the Media Arts
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
High School Diploma at FVA - New York Madison Central HS
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
AVID MEDIA Certificate at FVA - New York Madison Central HS
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026

Qualifications

Director/Editor of the commercials for the Emmy Award campaign – RAP IT UP on BET
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Cable POP Award for Best PSA – Director/Editor
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
5 Time Postproduction Telly Award Winner – Producer/Editor
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006
Honorable Mention NYC Hip-Hop Film festival for the “B-BOYDOCUFLICKISM” Director/DP/Editor
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002
Director/Editor of commercials for the Emmy Award campaign – RAP IT UP on BET
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Cable POP Award for Best PSA – Director/Editor
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
5 Time Postproduction Telly Award Winner – Producer/Editor
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006
Honorable Mention NYC Hip-Hop Film festival for the “B-BOYDOCUFLICKISM” Director/DP/Editor
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002
AVID MEDIA Certificate
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Consumer Goods