Michael Summers

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I'm a filmmaker and videographer from Niagara, Ontario.

About

I’m a filmmaker and videographer from Niagara, Ontario. Senior video editor with 17+ years of experience delivering long-form and short-form content for broadcast, public media, educational organizations and community-based productions. Specialized in interview-driven storytelling, documentary and training content, audio cleanup, and post-production workflows for remote production teams. Reliable, deadline-driven editor experienced working with producers, facilitators and multi-stakeholder projects.

  • Joined February 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Non-Profit Organization

Projects · 2

A touching series about the importance of the game of lacrosse to Indigenous people. This three part series follows Kalen Bennet as he shows his son the ways of the game; passing down the tradition that was passed down to him.

EP02:

  • Camera Operator
  • Creative Director
  • Executive Producer
  • +1

A comedy series that was inspired by questions Indigenous people are asked by non-Indigenous people. Comedian Ryan McMahon hosts this five part series that explores Indigenous presence in the Niagara Region of Ontario, Canada.

EP01:

  • Creative Director
  • Executive Producer
  • Video Editor

Work experience· 5 roles

Video Editor - Content Creation · Aboriginal People's Television Network (APTN)Jan 2023 – Jan 2024 · 1 yr 1 mo

Provided post-production support for multiple content development projects and series. Collaborated with production partners and internal teams to prepare content for broadcast development and delivery. Supported editorial planning, timelines and production workflows across multiple projects. Assisted with host coordination and on-air production support to ensure editorial continuity.

Video Editor – Content Creation · Aboriginal People’s Television Network (APTN)Jan 2023 – Jan 2024 · 1 yr 1 mo

Provided post-production support for multiple content development projects and series. Collaborated with production partners and internal teams to prepare content for broadcast development and delivery. Supported editorial planning, timelines and production workflows across multiple projects. Assisted with host coordination and on-air production support to ensure editorial continuity.

Video Editor & Project Coordinator – Documentary Programs · Fort Erie Native Friendship CentreJan 2016 – Jan 2022 · 6 yrs 1 mo

Edited documentary projects addressing the impacts of Residential Schools on Indigenous communities. Structured long-form interviews into narrative-driven educational documentaries. Sourced and integrated archival footage and photography from the National Film Board of Canada. Prepared final delivery versions for public screenings and educational use. Coordinated revisions with educators, community partners and project stakeholders.

Freelance Video Editor & Post-Production Specialist · Freelance / Self-EmployedJan 2015 – Present · 11 yrs 11 mos
Freelance Video Editor & Post-Production Specialist · FreelanceJan 2015 – Present · 11 yrs 11 mos

Education

Broadcasting – Radio, Television & Film (Advanced Diploma) · Niagara College2030 – 2008
Professional Photographer Certificate · IAP Career College2030 – 2021
Broadcasting – Radio, Television & Film (Advanced Diploma) · Niagara College2030 – 2008
Professional Photographer Certificate · IAP Career College2030 – 2021

Certifications and awards

Authorized to work in Canada and the United States (W-9 available)2030 – 2026

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