With over 20 years of experience in videography, I specialize in technically complex, documentary-style narratives that engage diverse audiences. My work has taken me from documenting the stories of Syrian refugees in Iraq and Jordan to filming families facing medical vulnerabilities, as well as covering major events in conflict zones and disaster areas. I am excited to apply my storytelling, technical expertise, and cultural sensitivity to every video. I believe in the power of media to empower, educate, and preserve culture for future generations, and I bring collaboration, empathy, and impact-focused storytelling to every project.

Yan Theoret

With over 20 years of experience in videography, I specialize in technically complex, documentary-style narratives that engage diverse audiences. My work has taken me from documenting the stories of Syrian refugees in Iraq and Jordan to filming families facing medical vulnerabilities, as well as covering major events in conflict zones and disaster areas. I am excited to apply my storytelling, technical expertise, and cultural sensitivity to every video. I believe in the power of media to empower, educate, and preserve culture for future generations, and I bring collaboration, empathy, and impact-focused storytelling to every project.

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With over 20 years of experience in videography, I specialize in technically complex, documentary-style narratives that engage diverse audiences. My work has taken me from documenting the stories of Syrian refugees in Iraq and Jordan to filming families facing medical vulnerabilities, as well as covering major events in conflict zones and disaster areas.

I am excited to apply my storytelling, technical expertise, and cultural sensitivity to every video. I believe in the power of media to empower, educate, and preserve culture for future generations, and I bring collaboration, empathy, and impact-focused storytelling to every project.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Videographer at yantheoret.com
January 1, 2007 - Present
Produce, shoot and edit content for broadcast, commercial, corporate, and web clients.
Drone Operator at DroneBoy
January 1, 2018 - Present
Pilot in Command, Camera Operator and Operations Manager for film and television production.
Videographer & RPAS Pilot at CBC/Radio-Canada
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
Videographer and RPAS pilot for various productions at CBC/Radio-Canada.
Commercial Drone Operator at Candrone
January 1, 2019 - Present
Pilot in Command for Lidar wind turbine inspections.
Videographer at The Weather Network
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Shoot ENG & EFP, studio, mobile, commercial production, live news content and post-production.
ENG Camera Operator/Editor at CHCH News
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2016
Shoot ENG & EFP, studio, mobile, commercial production, live news content and post-production.
Videographer at Cable 14
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
Shoot ENG & EFP, studio, mobile, live programming and post-production.
Videographer at Monarch Cable Systems Ltd
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2005
Shoot ENG & EFP, studio, mobile, live programming, documentaries and post-production.
Editor at The New VI
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
Video editor on the Morning show and daily 5:00 pm, 6:30 pm, and 11:00 pm newscasts.
Editor at Career Options for Women Third Wave Communications Inc
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2002
Off-line and on-line editor for a national bilingual TV series.

Education

Hostile Environment Awareness Training at Tundra Group
January 1, 2022 - December 6, 2025
Advanced Drone Pilot Certificate at Transport Canada
January 1, 2019 - December 6, 2025
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Ground School Training Program at Harv’s Air Flight School
January 1, 2015 - December 6, 2025
Diploma of Technology in Broadcast and Media Communications (Television Option) at British Columbia Institute of Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002

Qualifications

Hostile Environment Awareness Training
January 1, 2022 - December 6, 2025
Advanced Drone Pilot Certificate (Transport Canada)
January 1, 2019 - December 6, 2025
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Ground School Training Program
January 1, 2015 - December 6, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services