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Ryan Cheale

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I am a freelance DOP/videographer/editor/colourist/drone pilot with 25 years in film, television, news, sports, music, commercials and live production.

About

I am a freelance DOP/videographer/editor/colourist/drone pilot with 25 years in film, television, news, sports, music, commercials and live production. I have directed, produced, shot, edited and/or worked on thousands of broadcasts, events, documentaries, films and television series in both French and English.

I thrive in fast-paced environments, delivering high-quality imagery and storytelling across languages and platforms. I’m proficient with a wide range of cameras, drones, and editing suites, and I bring a collaborative, deadline-focused approach to every project.

  • 24 years' experience
  • Joined September 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Telecommunications
  • Government
  • Education

Work experience· 20 roles

Head Editor · Blackwatch EntertainmentDec 2023 – Present · 3 yrs

Lead editor for the Finally Caught Crime series (seasons 1-4); editing on Adobe Premiere, Photoshop and After Effects; collaborated with producers to deliver episodes on schedule.

Head Editor · Blackwatch EntertainmentDec 2023 – Present · 3 yrs

Head Editor of Finally Caught Crime series seasons 1-4; editing on Adobe Premiere, Photoshop and After Effects.

Drone Pilot/Camera Operator · IATSE 669Sep 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 3 mos

Providing drone footage for feature films including Ordinary Angels, The Long Walk, Hair of the Bear; additional work on Tangled Web, Olive House, Psycho Killer, Autumn at Apple Hill, The Magic of Lemon Drops; also for TV series such as Spencer Sisters, SkyMed and National Geographic.

Drone Pilot/Camera Operator · IATSE 669Sep 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 3 mos
Director of Photography / Videographer / Drone Operator / Editor · Manito MediaJun 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 6 mos
Director of Photography / Videographer / Drone Operator / Editor · Manito MediaJun 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 6 mos
CEO/Advanced certified drone pilot · Drone ManitobaMay 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 7 mos
CEO/Advanced Certified Drone Pilot · Drone ManitobaMay 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 7 mos

Education

Diploma · Robertson College/Academy of broadcasting2030 – 2001
Diploma · Robertson College/Academy of broadcasting2030 – 2001

Certifications and awards· 8

Transport Canada Advanced RPAS Pilot certification2030 – 2025
Commercial UAV Ground School Course2030 – 2025
M3 Aerial RPAS Certification2030 – 2025
Set Etiquette Training2030 – 2025

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