Greetings! My name is Terry Kalapacz and I have spent the past twenty-three years serving as a Senior Editor and Associate Producer within the film/television and advertising industry. Over the years, I have steered projects for such clients as The Home Depot, L’Oreal Paris, General Motors, Wendy’s, ADP, Winners/HomeSense and Healthy Planet, and have always delivered beyond client expectations. A seasoned storyteller, I am able to a craft strong narrative and core messaging from script to screen, with a flair that resonates with audiences. As my references will attest (included in resume), I am highly organized, self-directed, an expert in post-production workflow management, and above all passionate for creating work that engages and entertains.

Terry Kalapacz

Greetings! My name is Terry Kalapacz and I have spent the past twenty-three years serving as a Senior Editor and Associate Producer within the film/television and advertising industry. Over the years, I have steered projects for such clients as The Home Depot, L’Oreal Paris, General Motors, Wendy’s, ADP, Winners/HomeSense and Healthy Planet, and have always delivered beyond client expectations. A seasoned storyteller, I am able to a craft strong narrative and core messaging from script to screen, with a flair that resonates with audiences. As my references will attest (included in resume), I am highly organized, self-directed, an expert in post-production workflow management, and above all passionate for creating work that engages and entertains.

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Greetings! My name is Terry Kalapacz and I have spent the past twenty-three years serving as a Senior Editor and Associate Producer within the film/television and advertising industry.

Over the years, I have steered projects for such clients as The Home Depot, L’Oreal Paris, General Motors, Wendy’s, ADP, Winners/HomeSense and Healthy Planet, and have always delivered beyond client expectations. A seasoned storyteller, I am able to a craft strong narrative and core messaging from script to screen, with a flair that resonates with audiences.

As my references will attest (included in resume), I am highly organized, self-directed, an expert in post-production workflow management, and above all passionate for creating work that engages and entertains.

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Work Experience

Senior Video Editor at Craft Worldwide (McCann Worldgroup)
January 1, 2022 - Present
Edited original content and commercial adaptations for broadcast and social platforms, applying motion graphics while adhering to technical specifications and UI restrictions. Leveraged producer/writer experience to optimize profitability vs. budget through storyboard and asset analysis; supported Producers/Project Managers in presenting creative options. Advised on performance and placement during audio recording sessions and mixes. Consistently delivered technically proficient video products with speed and reliability. Main clients included L’Oréal Paris, General Motors, Wendy’s Canada, Bayer, Export Development Canada, Garnier, Maybelline, and the Royal Canadian Mint.
Video Editor at Freelance / Self-Employed
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Steered end-to-end post-production for clients including Wilfrid Laurier University, Conestoga College, University of Guelph, Unitron and the Region of Waterloo; provided editing, color correction and motion graphics, collaborating with clients to meet deadlines.
Senior Video Editor / Associate Producer / Corporate Production & TV Director/ Writer at MJM Media
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2019
Boutique production company delivering broadcast commercials, public service announcements and corporate communications from concept to screen; notable clients included MADD Canada, Stoney Creek Furniture, Purolator, Mandarin Restaurants, Canadian Hearing Society, Healthy Planet. Notable achievements include leading editor on MADD campaigns (24 Hours / 24 Heures / The Pact / No Tomorrow / Over The Edge) and directing/writing for Brain Power campaigns.
Senior Video Editor, Corporate Communications Writer, Videographer at Memory Tree Productions
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2011
Associate Producer, Head Writer, Director, Videographer and Editor for U.S.-based C&S Grocery Wholesalers’ 'Zero In' safety web series; led post-production for high-value accounts; created project file structures, asset management and archival processes.
Multimedia Specialist, Internal Communications Producer at Cara Operations Ltd.
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2006
Supported senior management during conferences with multimedia coordination, live event direction, presentation graphics, and event videography. Managed end-to-end production of company training resources, menu rollouts, cross-organizational and charitable video projects, DVD design/authoring and internal duplication.

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Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services