Hi, I’m Ezra Sholeh, a Toronto-based documentary editor and factual storyteller. I specialize in shaping interview-led, archival, current-affairs and unscripted material into broadcast-ready pieces, guiding projects from raw footage to final delivery. My strength is finding the human story, building emotional and editorial structure, cutting for clarity and momentum, and delivering polished digital video on deadline. I’ve worked across documentary features, digital series, factual television, political/news satire, branded content and independent film. My hands-on experience spans editing, writing, producing and directing, and I collaborate closely with directors, producers, talent and crews to craft compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences.

Ezra Sholeh

Hi, I’m Ezra Sholeh, a Toronto-based documentary editor and factual storyteller. I specialize in shaping interview-led, archival, current-affairs and unscripted material into broadcast-ready pieces, guiding projects from raw footage to final delivery. My strength is finding the human story, building emotional and editorial structure, cutting for clarity and momentum, and delivering polished digital video on deadline. I’ve worked across documentary features, digital series, factual television, political/news satire, branded content and independent film. My hands-on experience spans editing, writing, producing and directing, and I collaborate closely with directors, producers, talent and crews to craft compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences.

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Hi, I’m Ezra Sholeh, a Toronto-based documentary editor and factual storyteller. I specialize in shaping interview-led, archival, current-affairs and unscripted material into broadcast-ready pieces, guiding projects from raw footage to final delivery. My strength is finding the human story, building emotional and editorial structure, cutting for clarity and momentum, and delivering polished digital video on deadline.

I’ve worked across documentary features, digital series, factual television, political/news satire, branded content and independent film. My hands-on experience spans editing, writing, producing and directing, and I collaborate closely with directors, producers, talent and crews to craft compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
Persian
Fluent

Work Experience

Writer / Director / Producer / Editor at Toronto Film Media
January 1, 2021 - Present
Edit and produce documentary, factual, current-affairs, digital and broadcast-style video content from research and concept through post-production and delivery. Build story structure from interviews, archival/found footage, B-roll, narration, vérité material and music to create clear, emotional, audience-focused cuts. Write scripts, treatments, narration and editorial outlines; shape scenes for pacing, context, clarity and platform suitability. Coordinate with producers, editors, directors, performers, crews and stakeholders while managing deadlines, revisions, media organization and final delivery. Selected work includes Passport Control, Outlaw Land, Talking to Persians, Speed Factory, Escape from Iran and Politically Challenged.
Producer / Writer / Digital Content Creator at IRADIOS & TELEVISION CANADA
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Produced and developed video, interview, cultural, documentary and digital content for online and broadcast-facing platforms. Helped shape story flow, guest segments, scripts, interviews and edits for clarity, structure, audience engagement and editorial tone. Worked with hosts, producers, editors, camera teams and media partners on production planning, shoot coordination and post-production needs.
Writer / Producer / Production Lead at N5 PICTURES
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018
Wrote, produced and managed film, television, documentary and digital-series projects across development, production, post-production and delivery. Oversaw story structure, editorial workflow, scheduling, crew coordination, script development, logistics and version delivery. Produced content with theatrical, broadcast, festival, VOD, streaming and online distribution, including REV, Gear, Petrol, Runner and Lost Journey.

Education

Film Studies at Ryerson University / Toronto Metropolitan University
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
Documentary Film Writing Workshop at LIFT (Liaison of Independent Filmmakers of Toronto)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010
Directing Documentary Film Workshop at LIFT (Liaison of Independent Filmmakers of Toronto)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010
Writing Residency at Marseille WebFest / IPF Sponsored
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
BA in Film Studies at Ryerson University / Toronto Metropolitan University
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
Writing Residency at LIFT Workshop with Steve Lucas
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010
Writing Residency at Marseille WebFest / IPF Sponsored
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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