I am a creative leader in content creation and film/TV with a proven track record of turning concepts into completed productions. I excel at leading teams, communicating clearly, and making tough decisions under pressure. From scripts and directing to editing and cinematography, I have built a versatile skill set across features, TV, and international projects. My work spans studios and independent collaborations, delivering both critical and audience acclaim.

John Ainslie

I am a creative leader in content creation and film/TV with a proven track record of turning concepts into completed productions. I excel at leading teams, communicating clearly, and making tough decisions under pressure. From scripts and directing to editing and cinematography, I have built a versatile skill set across features, TV, and international projects. My work spans studios and independent collaborations, delivering both critical and audience acclaim.

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I am a creative leader in content creation and film/TV with a proven track record of turning concepts into completed productions. I excel at leading teams, communicating clearly, and making tough decisions under pressure.

From scripts and directing to editing and cinematography, I have built a versatile skill set across features, TV, and international projects. My work spans studios and independent collaborations, delivering both critical and audience acclaim.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Producer at Death Cycle
January 1, 2025 - Present
Producer for feature film; set for festival 2025 and US release 2026.
Writer at Jack Brooks: Monster Slayer
October 1, 2008 - October 1, 2008
Wrote for feature film distributed by Anchor Bay/Brookstreet Pictures; project credited as writer.
Camera Operator / Additional Cinematographer at The Last New Year (Global Currents / S&S Productions / Green Media)
February 1, 2008 - Present
Camera operator and additional cinematography on the project; February 2008.
Cinematographer at SK8 LIFE
March 1, 2006 - Present
Cinematography for SK8 LIFE; festival recognition including Sundance; Borsos Prize for Cinematography.
Writer & Director at Creative Film Services
January 1, 2003 - Present
Wrote and directed feature films and TV series; Academy Nicholl Semifinalist (2020); projects distributed worldwide; features screened theatrically and on streaming platforms; created content for HBOMax and Discovery+.
Production Manager / Editor at Coyote Films
August 1, 2002 - June 1, 2005
Production management and editing for multiple campaigns; location shoots coordination; client liaison; budget planning.
Production Manager / Production Coordinator / Cinematographer at Professional Film Services
January 1, 2002 - Present
Freelance technical and production leadership across multiple international projects; budgets for projects from $2M to $30M; hired/onboarded skilled crews; organized international logistics; cinematography on select projects.

Education

Introduction to Health Care at Miami Dade College
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026
Music Business Foundations Certificate at Berklee College of Music
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Professional Bootcamp (Cyber) at University of Miami / Thrive Dx
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026
Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate at Intuit Academy
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Assets in Accounting Certificate at Intuit Academy
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026
Screenwriting / Canadian Film Centre at Canadian Film Centre
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2014
Photography at Fanshawe College
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997
Radio & Television Broadcasting Technology at St. Clair College
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1995

Qualifications

Copyright Law in the Music Business Certificate
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026
Introduction to Health Care
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026
Music Business Foundations Certificate
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Copyright Law in the Music Business Certificate
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026
Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Assets in Accounting Certificate
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026
Screenwriting / Canadian Film Centre
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2014
Photography
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997
Radio & Television Broadcasting Technology
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1995

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education
    Death Cycle

    Feature film distributed by Uncorkd’ Entertainment. Screened at Fright Fest and Sitges.