I’m a film and image arts professional specialising in video editing, animation, VFX and post-production workflows. I’m experienced in everything from ingesting and organising footage to colour, motion graphics, VFX, sound mixing coordination, and mastering deliverables to specification. I enjoy working closely with clients, leading edit sessions, and building strong relationships to shape creative storylines, scripts and motion graphics into polished final products—while maintaining strong quality control and reliable archive processes.

Dylan Jones

I’m a film and image arts professional specialising in video editing, animation, VFX and post-production workflows. I’m experienced in everything from ingesting and organising footage to colour, motion graphics, VFX, sound mixing coordination, and mastering deliverables to specification. I enjoy working closely with clients, leading edit sessions, and building strong relationships to shape creative storylines, scripts and motion graphics into polished final products—while maintaining strong quality control and reliable archive processes.

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I’m a film and image arts professional specialising in video editing, animation, VFX and post-production workflows. I’m experienced in everything from ingesting and organising footage to colour, motion graphics, VFX, sound mixing coordination, and mastering deliverables to specification.

I enjoy working closely with clients, leading edit sessions, and building strong relationships to shape creative storylines, scripts and motion graphics into polished final products—while maintaining strong quality control and reliable archive processes.

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Language

French
Advanced

Work Experience

Video Editor / Animator / VFX Artist at Light and Shade Media
July 1, 2023 - Present
Ingest footage from shoots by creating proxies, building projects, organising timelines, making selects, assembling and finalising offline edits. Export AAFs for online in Avid, Resolve or Premiere, then colour grade, animate, add VFX and sound mix either in-house or externally using Resolve and After Effects. Master final deliverables to client specification. Manage LTO backups for archiving rushes and projects. Also perform occasional pre-visualisation for pitches and conceptual design.
Video Editor / Animator /VFX Artist at Light and Shade Media
July 1, 2023 - Present
Ingest footage by creating proxies, building projects and organizing timelines, making selects, and assembling/finalizing offline edits. Export AAFs for online in Avid, Resolve, or Premiere. From there, color grade, animate, add VFX, and sound mix using Resolve and After Effects (in-house or externally). Deliver final masters to client specs and manage LTO backups for archiving rushes and projects. Includes occasional pre-visualisation for pitches and conceptual design.
Director / Producer / Editor at Montana Steele Strategic Marketing
April 1, 2021 - July 1, 2022
Produced high-volume creative video content for multiple clients simultaneously. Created media for social platforms, sales centres, and live broadcast events. Developed end-to-end ad campaign creative concepts in-house, while overseeing production scheduling, cost quoting, editing, and ensuring timely delivery. Filmed on location using a range of audio-visual tools; developed video storylines using storyboards and conceptual examples. Developed and implemented post-production workflows and oversaw editors/animators; ran meetings for campaign strategy, revisions, and client expectations.
Video Editor / Videographer / Motion Designer at Nine Network
April 1, 2019 - August 1, 2020
Created in-house TV ad campaigns and web content for clients, emphasizing high production value within budget. Filmed and ingested footage for TV commercials using diverse visual/audio assets. Organized production workflows and developed compelling storylines. Supervised and trained editors/designers on quality control standards. Liaised directly with clients to ensure satisfaction and timely delivery of broadcast-ready materials.
Content Producer at SQD Athletica
September 1, 2016 - February 1, 2017
Helped launch the brand’s storefront and e-commerce presence through creative media. Conducted studio and on-location product photography for the website and social media. Led digital and print marketing design and production. Produced content for in-store promotions and social campaigns.
Video Editor / Animator at The Empire Post
February 1, 2016 - Present
Edited and animated commercials and long-form projects in a post-production house workflow. Managed other editors/designers in a senior editor/animator role while frequently leading client or stakeholder-attended edit sessions to revise, finesse, and polish final deliverables. Included credits across broadcast and feature documentary/feature film workflows.
Editor / Animator / Videographer (TV & Broadcast Production) at GPY&R
April 1, 2013 - November 1, 2015
Handled internal video content including photography, videography and editing across multiple digital formats. Produced showreels, case studies, animations, montages and commercials to support high-profile ad campaigns. Collaborated regularly with clients and senior management on branding and production strategy.
Editor / Animator /Videographer in TV & Broadcast Production at GPY&R
April 1, 2013 - November 1, 2015
Handled internal video content including photography, videography, and editing across multiple digital formats. Produced showreels, case studies, animations, montages, and commercials to support high-profile advertising campaigns. Collaborated with clients and senior management on branding and production strategy.
Intern (Sales & Acquisitions Office) at The Weinstein Company (Toronto International Film Festival)
September 1, 2011 - September 1, 2012
Worked in the sales and acquisitions office during the Toronto International Film Festival. Supported sales/acquisitions related tasks during festival operations.
Volunteer Intern at The Weinstein Company (Toronto International Film Festival)
September 1, 2011 - September 1, 2012
Worked in the sales and acquisitions office during the Toronto International Film Festival.
Filmmaker / Intern (Volunteer Photographer) at The American Pavilion (Cannes International Film Festival)
May 1, 2011 - Present
Participated in Cannes as a filmmaker and volunteer photographer for industry events and panels at the American Pavilion.
Filmmaker / Intern at The American Pavilion (Cannes International Film Festival)
May 1, 2011 - Present
Participated in the Cannes Film Festival as a filmmaker and volunteer photographer for industry events and panels at the American Pavilion.
Intern (MTV Canada) at MTV Canada
October 1, 2007 - March 1, 2008
Assisted with daily production tasks, transcribed interviews and handled emails. Prepped the studio audience for live broadcasts while managing and moderating online chat threads.
Intern at MTV Canada
October 1, 2007 - March 1, 2008
Assisted with daily production tasks, transcribed interviews, and handled emails. Prepped the studio audience for live broadcasts while managing and moderating online chat threads.
Freelance Filmmaker / Photographer at Self-employed (Canada / Australia)
November 1, 2005 - Present
Produce video and photography content with a specialty in creative thinking and post-production workflows, including quality control over final video products for web and TV. Meet with clients to create products for their needs using video, audio, photography and animation. Develop storylines, scripts, animations, films, advertisements, photography and web content. Build effective working relationships to deliver successful creative outcomes. Design motion graphics and implement them into final video products. Manage final deliverables quality and ensure proficiency across common production/post toolchains.
Freelance Filmmaker / Photographer at Canada / Australia
November 1, 2005 - Present
Produce video and photography content with a specialty in creative thinking and post-production workflows, including quality control for final video products for web and TV. Meet with clients to create products for their needs using video, audio, photography and animation. Develop storylines, scripts, animations, films, advertisements, photography, and web content. Design motion graphics and implement them into final video deliverables. Fluent across macOS/Windows and major creative/editing tools; managing delivery quality and post production processes.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Image Arts - Film Studies at Ryerson University (TMU)
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Class of 2006) at Port Perry High School
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Image Arts - Film Studies at Ryerson University (TMU)
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) - Class of 2006 at Port Perry High School
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006

Qualifications

French Immersion Certificate
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2026
General Reliability Clearance
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2026
RSA Certified
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2026
Driver’s License
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2026
Certificate of French Immersion
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2026
General Reliability Clearance
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2026
RSA Certified
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2026
Driver’s License
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment