I am an award-winning Senior Video Editor and Workflow Specialist with over 28 years of experience in high-stakes post-production, advertising, and broadcast media. I excel at orchestrating large-scale migrations and redesigning core editing workflows to maximize operational efficiency, and I have earned Gemini, Promax, and CSA awards for drama, comedy, and news programming. I am fluent with AVID Media Composer, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Media Central Cloud UX, and I enjoy training teams in virtual machine environments to deliver high-quality content. I thrive on collaboration across cross-functional teams, managing vendor relationships, and delivering scalable solutions that improve throughput and quality. My approach blends strong storytelling with technical expertise to produce compelling content on time and within budget, across national networks and multiple platforms.…

Dean Henry

I am an award-winning Senior Video Editor and Workflow Specialist with over 28 years of experience in high-stakes post-production, advertising, and broadcast media. I excel at orchestrating large-scale migrations and redesigning core editing workflows to maximize operational efficiency, and I have earned Gemini, Promax, and CSA awards for drama, comedy, and news programming. I am fluent with AVID Media Composer, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Media Central Cloud UX, and I enjoy training teams in virtual machine environments to deliver high-quality content. I thrive on collaboration across cross-functional teams, managing vendor relationships, and delivering scalable solutions that improve throughput and quality. My approach blends strong storytelling with technical expertise to produce compelling content on time and within budget, across national networks and multiple platforms.…

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I am an award-winning Senior Video Editor and Workflow Specialist with over 28 years of experience in high-stakes post-production, advertising, and broadcast media. I excel at orchestrating large-scale migrations and redesigning core editing workflows to maximize operational efficiency, and I have earned Gemini, Promax, and CSA awards for drama, comedy, and news programming. I am fluent with AVID Media Composer, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Media Central Cloud UX, and I enjoy training teams in virtual machine environments to deliver high-quality content.

I thrive on collaboration across cross-functional teams, managing vendor relationships, and delivering scalable solutions that improve throughput and quality. My approach blends strong storytelling with technical expertise to produce compelling content on time and within budget, across national networks and multiple platforms.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Video Editing Training, Implementation, and Workflow Specialist at Bell Media
October 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Spearheaded the nationwide transition from legacy SDI to state-of-the-art Digital Broadcasting systems, enhancing broadcast quality and operational efficiency across all markets. Analyzed and redesigned editing workflows to identify critical gaps, and developed and deployed standardized processes that reduced bottlenecks and improved team productivity. Authored comprehensive training curricula with documentation and video tutorials, onboarding hundreds of editors to new VM-based editing environments (Avid Media Composer, Media Central Cloud UX, Adobe Premiere). Championed ongoing improvement by evaluating new software, coordinating system upgrades, and promoting best practices to replace legacy workflows company-wide. Managed multiple projects—from internal software development to vendor collaboration—to improve products and outcomes.
Freelance Editor at Stonehenge Media Group
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Edited a variety of corporate and commercial campaigns, delivering sharp editorial, pacing, and color consistency across multiple brands and formats.
Freelance Editor at Bell TV1
April 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
Promos and Winter Thematic edits, contributing to on-air campaigns and promotional spots.
Freelance Editor at Marble Media
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
"The Parker Andersons" - Kidscreen Trailer editorial for series promotion.
Freelance Editor at Saloon Media
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
"How [Blank] Changed The World" - Series pitch sizzle reel.
Freelance Editor at Muuvment
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Product tour for the website; integrated interactive animation elements for their app.
Freelance Editor at Expert'ease
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
RBC corporate awards and other videos; produced clean, engaging editiing for high-visibility corporate content.
Freelance Editor at Publicis Canada
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Broadcast commercials, social posts, sizzle reels, and corporate videos for national brands.
Freelance Editor at Shaftesbury Films
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
"Fool Canada" - Unscripted comedy editing.
Freelance Editor at Smokebomb Entertainment
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
"Backpackers" - Nominee - 2014 Canadian Screen Awards; multiple award-winning titles including other Shaftesbury projects.
Freelance Editor at Discovery Channel / Castlewood Productions
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
"Cash Cab" - Game Show edits; other editorial work for reality and game show formats.
Freelance Editor at Alliance Atlantis
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
Edited various home renovation and lifestyle programs; contributed to promotional content and editorial workflows.
Freelance Editor at CBC Kids
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
"The Morgan Waters Show" Series Editor; contributed to promos, interstitials, and overall look; Gemini Award winner 2007.
Staff Editor at TVO / TFO
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Edited a broad range of educational kids' shows including Sir Reads-a-lot, Tumbletown, and Gisele's Big Backyard; performed After Effects work for promos and edited Current Affairs, Interviews, Science, Politics, and Documentaries.
Freelance Editor at TVO / TFO
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Freelance editor on various projects, with additional After Effects intensive work for network promos.
Freelance Editor at Marble Media
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
The Parker Andersons – Kidscreen Trailer.
Freelance Editor at Saloon Media
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
How [Blank] Changed The World – Series pitches sizzle reel.
Freelance Editor at Muuvment
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Product tour for the website and interactive app elements.
Freelance Editor at Shaftesbury Films
December 31, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Fool Canada – Unscripted comedy.
Freelance Editor at Smokebomb Entertainment
December 31, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Backpackers – Nominee and various credits including Murdoch Mysteries entries and festival nominations.
Freelance Editor at Discovery Channel / Castlewood Productions
December 31, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Cash Cab – Game Show editing.
Freelance Editor at Alliance Atlantis
December 31, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Disaster DIY – Home renovation; The Mom Show – Lifestyle segments.
Freelance Editor at CBC Kids
December 31, 2006 - December 31, 2006
The Morgan Waters Show – Series Editor (Winner - 2007 Gemini Award); collaborated on promos, interstitials, and graphic look.
Staff Editor at TVO / TFO
December 31, 2005 - December 31, 2005
Edited educational kids' shows including Sir Reads-a-lot, Tumbletown, and Gisele's Big Backyard; contributed After Effects work for Network Promos.
Freelance Editor at TVO / TFO
December 31, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Edited Current Affairs, Interviews, Science, Politics, and Documentaries; post‑production coordination.
Editor at Stonehenge Media Group
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Freelance editor providing editorial support for various corporate clients and commercial campaigns across multiple genres and formats.
Freelance Editor at Shaftesbury Films
December 31, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Edited Shaftesbury's sizzle reel and numerous series trailers.
Freelance Editor at Shaftesbury Films
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010
Edited sizzle reels and numerous series trailers; maintained high editing standards across projects.
Workflow Specialist & Senior Video Editor at Bell Media
February 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025
Collaborated in the nationwide transition from legacy SDI to Digital Broadcasting across 2 Media Central hubs (Regional) and 20 spokes (Stations). Conducted workflow analyses to identify gaps and deployed standardized processes, boosting productivity by 15–20%. Authored 40 hours of training curricula and led initiatives onboarding 400+ editors to a Virtual Machine environment. Led the software implementation of Media Central Acquire, enabling pre-scheduled overnight/weekend records and reducing the need for staff coverage. Managed cross-functional projects from internal software development to vendor collaboration.
Freelance Editor at Stonehenge Media Group
December 1, 2012 - November 1, 2025
Provided freelance editorial services for large corporate clients, delivering high-quality edits across multiple formats and maintaining strong client relationships.
Freelance Editor at Bell Fibe TV1
January 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
W orked on 9 high-visibility promotional items for the network, collaborating with producers to deliver compelling narratives under tight deadlines.
Freelance Editor at Publicis Canada
June 1, 2015 - March 1, 2021
Executed post-production for hundreds of broadcast and social media campaigns for national and international brands with a focus on client satisfaction. Managed end-to-end editing processes, including offline editing, colour grading, and audio mixing, ensuring high-quality deliverables across multiple platforms.
Freelance Editor at Shaftesbury Films / Smokebomb Entertainment
November 1, 2008 - July 1, 2015
Served as Lead Editor for scripted web series, maintaining high narrative standards for drama and comedy, including 'Backpackers', 'Murdoch Mysteries' web content, and 'Overruled!', which all received award recognition.

Education

Broadcasting: Radio And Television Degree at Confederation College
September 1, 1994 - May 1, 1996
Broadcasting: Radio And Television Degree at Confederation College
September 1, 1994 - May 1, 1996
Broadcasting: Radio And Television Degree at Confederation College
September 1, 1994 - May 1, 1996
Dean's List Certificate at Confederation College
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025
Broadcasting: Radio And Television Degree at Confederation College
September 1, 1994 - May 1, 1996
Dean's List Certificate at Confederation College
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025
Broadcasting: Radio And Television Degree at Confederation College
September 1, 1994 - May 1, 1996
Dean's List Certificate at Confederation College
September 1, 1994 - November 26, 2025
Broadcasting: Radio And Television Degree at Confederation College
September 1, 1994 - May 1, 1996
Dean's List Certificate at Confederation College
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025
Broadcasting: Radio And Television Degree; Dean's List Certificate at Confederation College
September 1, 1994 - May 1, 1996
Diploma in Broadcasting: Radio and Television at Confederation College
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1996
Diploma in Broadcasting: Radio and Television at Confederation College
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1996

Qualifications

Broadcasting: Radio And Television Degree
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025
Dean's List Certificate
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025
Dean's List Certificate
January 1, 1995 - November 25, 2025
Dean's List Certificate
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025
Broadcasting: Radio And Television Degree
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025
Dean's List Certificate
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025
Dean's List Certificate
September 1, 1994 - November 26, 2025
Dean's List Certificate
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Telecommunications, Other

Skills

Experience Level