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Hi, I’m Jonathan Makrinos, founder of Jerky Bear Productions and a senior video producer specializing in story-driven content, instructional media strategy, and visual learning design. I oversee end-to-end video production—from concept and scripting to directing, editing, and motion graphics—serving enterprise, non-profit, and government clients with on-brand, scalable video that drives engagement and learning outcomes. I’ve led high-impact initiatives like 100+ eLearning modules for Verizon Small Business Digital Ready and creative video programs for the Gates Foundation, DoorDash, WE NYC, NYCEDC Offshore Wind, and U.S. Bank. I collaborate closely with stakeholders to translate goals into compelling video concepts, ensuring quality, payoff, and alignment with strategic objectives across campaigns, training, and brand storytelling.…Hi, I’m Jonathan Makrinos, founder of Jerky Bear Productions and a senior video producer specializing in story-driven content, instructional media strategy, and visual learning design. I oversee end-to-end video production—from concept and scripting to directing, editing, and motion graphics—serving enterprise, non-profit, and government clients with on-brand, scalable video that drives engagement and learning outcomes. I’ve led high-impact initiatives like 100+ eLearning modules for Verizon Small Business Digital Ready and creative video programs for the Gates Foundation, DoorDash, WE NYC, NYCEDC Offshore Wind, and U.S. Bank. I collaborate closely with stakeholders to translate goals into compelling video concepts, ensuring quality, payoff, and alignment with strategic objectives across campaigns, training, and brand storytelling.

Jonathan Makrinos

Cinematographer, Videographer, 3D Animator, +2

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Hi, I’m Jonathan Makrinos, founder of Jerky Bear Productions and a senior video producer specializing in story-driven content, instructional media strategy, and visual learning design. I oversee end-to-end video production—from concept and scripting to directing, editing, and motion graphics—serving enterprise, non-profit, and government clients with on-brand, scalable video that drives engagement and learning outcomes. I’ve led high-impact initiatives like 100+ eLearning modules for Verizon Small Business Digital Ready and creative video programs for the Gates Foundation, DoorDash, WE NYC, NYCEDC Offshore Wind, and U.S. Bank. I collaborate closely with stakeholders to translate goals into compelling video concepts, ensuring quality, payoff, and alignment with strategic objectives across campaigns, training, and brand storytelling.…Hi, I’m Jonathan Makrinos, founder of Jerky Bear Productions and a senior video producer specializing in story-driven content, instructional media strategy, and visual learning design. I oversee end-to-end video production—from concept and scripting to directing, editing, and motion graphics—serving enterprise, non-profit, and government clients with on-brand, scalable video that drives engagement and learning outcomes. I’ve led high-impact initiatives like 100+ eLearning modules for Verizon Small Business Digital Ready and creative video programs for the Gates Foundation, DoorDash, WE NYC, NYCEDC Offshore Wind, and U.S. Bank. I collaborate closely with stakeholders to translate goals into compelling video concepts, ensuring quality, payoff, and alignment with strategic objectives across campaigns, training, and brand storytelling.

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Hi, I’m Jonathan Makrinos, founder of Jerky Bear Productions and a senior video producer specializing in story-driven content, instructional media strategy, and visual learning design. I oversee end-to-end video production—from concept and scripting to directing, editing, and motion graphics—serving enterprise, non-profit, and government clients with on-brand, scalable video that drives engagement and learning outcomes.

I’ve led high-impact initiatives like 100+ eLearning modules for Verizon Small Business Digital Ready and creative video programs for the Gates Foundation, DoorDash, WE NYC, NYCEDC Offshore Wind, and U.S. Bank. I collaborate closely with stakeholders to translate goals into compelling video concepts, ensuring quality, payoff, and alignment with strategic objectives across campaigns, training, and brand storytelling.

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Work Experience

Video Producer at Ridgewood Bank

April 1, 2024 - October 9, 2025

Produced a promotional video for Ridgewood Financial Academy targeting youth and families; oversaw concept, scripting, production and post-production, incorporating live-action footage with the Frugal Feminista and animated graphics; ensured age-appropriate messaging and alignment with branding and financial literacy goals; promoted across social channels.

Video Producer at Next Street Financial

April 1, 2021 - Present

Led end-to-end production of 100+ eLearning on-demand video modules and developed onboarding and learning content to support employee development and customer education. Directed concept-to-delivery for marketing and training videos, including short-form, testimonial, and advertising content; collaborated with stakeholders to align creative with business objectives; managed production workflows, media storage and archiving; mentored editors and producers; scouted shoot locations across the U.S. and coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery.

Motion Graphics Editor at Cohen and Cohen Law Firm

March 1, 2021 - October 9, 2025

Conceptualized and directed a series of animated video ads for Facebook marketing, aligning with brand and legal advertising compliance; analyzed trends and competitors to inform animation styles; designed assets in Illustrator and Photoshop; produced animation and motion graphics in After Effects for mobile-focused campaigns.

Video Producer at The Nigerian Center by GO Global

January 1, 2021 - Present

Led all aspects of video production for The Nigerian Center, creating testimonial-driven promotional content to highlight services for African immigrants; handled budgeting, scheduling, location scouting, and social media strategy; captured and edited video and photo content; collaborated with the center founder on campaigns tied to press releases and fundraising; distributed content to digital platforms and supported outreach efforts.