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Hi, I’m Ozzy Omar, a creative and versatile video producer, editor, and director with over five years of experience delivering compelling sports stories across professional leagues, national networks, and digital platforms.
I excel at leading productions from concept to delivery, crafting docu-series, live edits, hype reels, and branded campaigns while maintaining cinematic quality and narrative impact.
Experience Level
Expert
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Language
English
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Work Experience
Video Producer, Editor at Montreal Alliance – Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL)
March 1, 2024 - PresentProduced multimedia content for the Montreal Alliance's second season; created Immersion, a docu-series highlighting players and team culture; delivered real-time in-game edits for social and broadcast, including highlights, player spotlights, and hype videos.
Editor, DoP, Director at USports Canada
February 1, 2023 - PresentConceptualized, directed, and edited 4 short films aired on national networks; blended cinematic visuals with athlete storytelling to enhance national championship coverage; fulfilled multiple production roles (Director of Photography, Editor, Director) ensuring seamless delivery under strict deadlines.
Cinematographer, Editor, Director at Notable Freelance National - International Clients
July 1, 2019 - PresentCreated national TV spot hyper-video for NBA TV during The Throne National Championship; directed a short film for Basketball Nova Scotia 'Homegrown'; collaborated with Adidas Canada on campaign visuals for store and digital promotion; produced a short film for Rogers Media & Sportsnet's Black History Month campaign; filmed and edited branded content for professional athletes including MLS players.
Head of Content at Cape Breton University Athletics
January 1, 2023 - October 4, 2025Directed content strategy and video production, enhancing the university's creative brand identity as Head of Content for Athletics (2019–2023).
Video Producer, Editor at Montreal Alliance (CEBL)
March 1, 2024 - PresentCompleted second season producing multimedia content for the Montreal Alliance. Created Immersion, a docu-series highlighting the stories of players and the culture of the team. Delivered real-time in-game edits for social and broadcast, including highlights, player spotlights, and hype videos. Produced both short-term promotional pieces and long-term narrative projects to elevate the team’s brand presence.
Freelance Editor, DoP, Director at USports Canada
February 1, 2023 - PresentConceptualized, directed, and edited 4 short films aired on national networks. Blended cinematic visuals with athlete storytelling to enhance national championship coverage. Fulfilled multiple production roles (Director of Photography, Editor, Director) ensuring seamless delivery under strict deadlines.
Freelance Cinematographer, Editor, Director at Notable Freelance National - International Clients
July 1, 2019 - PresentCreated a national TV spot hype video for NBA TV during The Throne National Championship. Directed a short film for Basketball Nova Scotia “Homegrown” (January 2025). Collaborated with Adidas Canada on campaign visuals for the F50 World Cup Cleats; Produced a short film for Rogers Media & Sportsnet’s Black History Month campaign; Filmed and edited branded and promotional content for professional athletes including MLS players. Led content strategy and video production as Head of Content for Cape Breton University Athletics (2019–2023).
Head of Content at Cape Breton University Athletics
December 31, 2023 - October 4, 2025Led content strategy and video production for the university’s athletics program, enhancing the brand identity through cinematic shorts, documentaries, and social media content.
Video Producer, Editor at Montreal Alliance
March 1, 2024 - PresentCompleted second season producing multi-media content for the Montreal Alliance. Created Immersion, a docu-series highlighting the stories of players and the culture of the team. Delivered real-time in-game edits for social and broadcast, including highlights, player spotlights, and hype videos. Produced both short-term promotional pieces and long-term narrative projects to elevate the team's brand presence.
Freelance Editor, DoP, Director at U Sports Canada
February 1, 2023 - PresentConceptualized, directed, and edited 4 short films aired on national networks. Blended cinematic visuals with athlete storytelling to enhance national championship coverage. Filled multiple production roles (Director of Photography, Editor, Director), ensuring seamless delivery under strict deadlines.
Head of Content at Cape Breton University Athletics
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023Directed content strategy and video production, enhancing the university's creative brand identity across athletics programs and digital channels.
Video Producer, Editor at Montreal Alliance (Canadian Elite Basketball League)
March 1, 2024 - PresentCompleted second season producing multimedia content for the Montreal Alliance; created Immersion, a docu-series highlighting players and team culture; delivered real-time in-game edits for social and broadcast, including game highlights, player spotlights, and hype videos.
Freelancer Editor, DoP, Director at USports Canada
February 1, 2023 - PresentConceptualized, directed, and edited 4 short films aired on national networks; blended cinematic visuals with athlete storytelling to enhance national championship coverage; fulfilled multiple production roles (Director of Photography, Editor, Director) ensuring seamless delivery under tight deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Community Studies at Cape Breton University
September 1, 2017 - April 1, 2023Bachelor of Arts in Community Studies at Cape Breton University
September 1, 2017 - April 1, 2023Bachelor of Arts in Community Studies at Cape Breton University
September 1, 2017 - April 1, 2023Bachelor of Arts in Community Studies at Cape Breton University
September 1, 2017 - April 1, 2023Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Software & Internet, Other
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