Hi, I’m Ivan Zugic. I’m a Creative Video Leader with 15+ years of experience building and scaling high-performing video production teams and delivering impactful storytelling for global audiences. I define video strategy, lead end-to-end production, and translate brand and marketing goals into engaging, performance-driven content. I thrive on data-informed storytelling, platform-native content, and continuous experimentation with emerging tools and formats, including GenAI workflows. I enjoy mentoring international teams, collaborating with marketing, content and performance squads, and turning complex briefs into creative, scalable solutions.

Ivan Zugic

Hi, I’m Ivan Zugic. I’m a Creative Video Leader with 15+ years of experience building and scaling high-performing video production teams and delivering impactful storytelling for global audiences. I define video strategy, lead end-to-end production, and translate brand and marketing goals into engaging, performance-driven content. I thrive on data-informed storytelling, platform-native content, and continuous experimentation with emerging tools and formats, including GenAI workflows. I enjoy mentoring international teams, collaborating with marketing, content and performance squads, and turning complex briefs into creative, scalable solutions.

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Hi, I’m Ivan Zugic. I’m a Creative Video Leader with 15+ years of experience building and scaling high-performing video production teams and delivering impactful storytelling for global audiences. I define video strategy, lead end-to-end production, and translate brand and marketing goals into engaging, performance-driven content.

I thrive on data-informed storytelling, platform-native content, and continuous experimentation with emerging tools and formats, including GenAI workflows. I enjoy mentoring international teams, collaborating with marketing, content and performance squads, and turning complex briefs into creative, scalable solutions.

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Experience Level

Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Audiovisual Production Team Lead at Be Ker Collective
January 1, 2023 - Present
Define and lead video storytelling strategy across markets, shaping brand narrative and campaign direction. Lead and mentor an international team of editors, designers, and motion specialists, fostering high creative standards and consistency. Own the full production lifecycle: concept development, scripting, filming, editing, post-production, and delivery. Collaborate with marketing, content, and performance teams to create high-impact, platform-native video content. Track performance metrics and optimize creative output based on insights. Drive creative experimentation with new formats, platform trends, and emerging technologies (including GenAI workflows).
Head of Camera Department at TV N1
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2023
Led a 30+ person production team, overseeing high-volume, fast-paced video output across broadcast and digital platforms. Directed visual storytelling standards to ensure consistent quality, brand alignment, editorial excellence, and timely delivery. Worked with editorial, production, and technical stakeholders to deliver complex, time-sensitive projects. Managed resources, equipment, and scheduling for large-scale productions.
Video Producer at IMG Media
January 1, 2020 - Present
Coordinated multi-stakeholder digital content projects for major sports events under tight deadlines. Managed external vendors, creative teams, and production partners across international projects. Produced engaging digital content optimized for global audiences and platform-specific formats.
Production Manager at Sport
January 1, 2017 - Present
Managed live and digital video production workflows under high-pressure, real-time conditions. End-to-end production (pre-production through post-production). Social-first and platform-native content; stakeholder management and cross-functional alignment. Built scalable production systems and vendor networks; tracked performance KPIs to guide decision making.

Education

BSc in Film and TV Camera at Art Academy, Belgrade, Serbia
January 1, 2004 - April 3, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services