Hi, I’m Matt O'Donnell—a creative, results-driven Podcast & Video Editor with a producer's mindset. I specialize in transforming raw footage and audio into polished, engaging content. I bring a calm, collaborative approach to every project and enjoy solving problems to help stories shine. My background in project management, live broadcast production, and creative problem-solving helps me not only deliver high-quality edits but also manage the entire post-production workflow. I love freeing clients from logistics so they can focus on their vision and storytelling.…

Matt O'Donnell

Hi, I’m Matt O'Donnell—a creative, results-driven Podcast & Video Editor with a producer's mindset. I specialize in transforming raw footage and audio into polished, engaging content. I bring a calm, collaborative approach to every project and enjoy solving problems to help stories shine. My background in project management, live broadcast production, and creative problem-solving helps me not only deliver high-quality edits but also manage the entire post-production workflow. I love freeing clients from logistics so they can focus on their vision and storytelling.…

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Hi, I’m Matt O’Donnell—a creative, results-driven Podcast & Video Editor with a producer’s mindset. I specialize in transforming raw footage and audio into polished, engaging content. I bring a calm, collaborative approach to every project and enjoy solving problems to help stories shine.

My background in project management, live broadcast production, and creative problem-solving helps me not only deliver high-quality edits but also manage the entire post-production workflow. I love freeing clients from logistics so they can focus on their vision and storytelling.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Executive Producer & Editor at Modus Operandi Media
May 7, 2023 - November 1, 2025
Founder of a media company providing comprehensive logistic, administrative, and technical support to creative projects. Lead producer and editor for the '2 Loose Bricks' podcast: manages all post-production, including multi-track audio editing, mixing, and mastering; researches and selects recording/editing software; coordinates guest booking, studio setup, and publishing to major platforms.
Talent Producer at Bitter Jurors (Survivor Otter Creek)
September 30, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Managed all talent logistics for a fan-made Survivor season; handled guest outreach, pre-interview preparation, recording logistics, and scheduling; provided basic DEI training to ensure a comfortable and respectful recording environment.
Production Support at Worse Than The Borg (Season Two)
May 1, 2021 - May 1, 2021
Provided remote recording production support for a Star Trek watch-along podcast.
Special Events & Sponsorship Coordinator at AIDS Committee of Toronto
March 1, 2023 - March 1, 2023
Pivotal in-person fundraisers to successful live digital broadcasts during the pandemic, managing all technical and logistical production. Managed a complex portfolio of fundraising events, including the SNAP Art Auction and AIDS Walk Toronto.
Professional Development Coordinator at CPA Ontario
May 21, 2023 - December 19, 2024
Coordinated logistics and technical support for in-person and online professional development seminars. Managed all aspects of event execution, including technical setup, vendor contracts, and processing.

Education

Project Management Certificate at University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies
January 20, 2025 - March 30, 2026
Honours Double Bachelors of Arts (Communications & French) at York University
January 3, 2005 - May 30, 2008
Double Bachelors of Arts (Theatre & French) at Purdue University
September 15, 2003 - April 30, 2004

Qualifications

Film Studies Foundations Program - Charles F. Brush High School
September 19, 2000 - June 6, 2003

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Other
    paper Two Loose Bricks (Podcast)

    This podcast is the first project credited to Modus Operandi Media, As the show’s Producer, I look after the logistical and administrative aspects of the production. My specific duties include: researching and choosing a recording/editing suite, booking and setting up the studio space, coordinating guests, editing, and publishing the episodes across all major platforms. I provide support to the hosts during recording sessions (and occasionally chime in) and as the podcast grows in catalogue and audience size, I am working on developing strategies to monetize our product.

    Skills: Resource Allocation · Creative Project Management · Writing · Content Production · Creative Problem Solving · Digital Marketing · Editing

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    paper Worse Than the Borg (Season Two)

    I provided remote recording production support for this Star Trek watch-along podcast during it’s second season.
    Skills: Audio Recording · Attention to Detail · Content Production

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    paper Bitter Jurors (Podcast)

    This special season of the Bitter Jurors podcast follows Survivor: Otter Creek, a fan-made season of the reality competition show that ignited the pop culture craze. This podcast features the eliminated contestant of the week, discussing their recollections of the experience they when the show was filmed nearly 20 years prior.

    In my role as Talent Producer, I reached out to the guests and:

    • Explained the concept of the podcast
    • Prepared them for the interview
    • Established a comfort level for them to participate
    • Worked through recording logistics
    • Scheduled the interview
    • Provided some basic DEI training where necessary to ensure a comfortable conversation environment

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