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John La Magna

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Hi, I'm John La Magna, an audio and visual communications specialist with over 20 years of experience in music composition, sound design, and video production.

About

Hi, I’m John La Magna, an audio and visual communications specialist with over 20 years of experience in music composition, sound design, and video production. I have a passion for developing engaging multimedia content and storytelling across various platforms, always striving to maintain the highest creative standards while working in fast-paced environments.

I love collaborating with teams and turning concepts into polished productions, whether it’s directing a short film, composing original music, or creating dynamic visual content. Outside of work, I’m a multi-instrumentalist who enjoys sports, theatre, gardening, baking, and film.

  • 19 years' experience
  • Joined July 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Consumer Goods
  • Government
  • Software & Internet
  • Education

Work experience· 72 roles

Freelance Video Editor & Post-Production Specialist · The Film Library - A Kanopy PodcastJan 2024 – Jun 2024 · 6 mos

Collaborated with Bramble Jam Podcast Network to transform raw interview footage into polished video podcast episodes. Edited and optimized content featuring high-profile guests. Created professional motion graphics, lower thirds, and title sequences to enhance visual presentation. Managed technical aspects of video optimization for streaming platforms and maintained consistent brand identity. Composed and integrated original background music tailored to each episode.

Freelance Video Editor & Post-Production Specialist · The Film Library - A Kanopy PodcastJan 2024 – Jun 2024 · 6 mos

Collaborated with Bramble Jam Podcast Network to transform raw interview footage into polished video podcast episodes. Edited and optimized content featuring high-profile guests. Created professional motion graphics, lower thirds, and title sequences to enhance visual presentation. Managed technical aspects of video optimization for streaming platforms and maintained consistent brand identity while adapting to episode-specific needs. Composed and integrated original background music tailored to the tone of each episode.

Freelance Video Editor & Post-Production Specialist · The Film Library - A Kanopy PodcastJan 2024 – Jun 2024 · 6 mos

Collaborated with Bramble Jam Podcast Network to transform raw interview footage into polished video podcast episodes. Edited and optimized content featuring high-profile guests including Patton Oswalt and Alex Winter. Created professional motion graphics, lower thirds, and title sequences to enhance visual presentation. Managed technical aspects of video optimization for streaming platforms, maintained consistent brand identity, and composed original background music to enhance episode tone.

Freelance Video Editor & Post-Production Specialist · The Film Library - A Kanopy PodcastJan 2024 – Jun 2024 · 6 mos
Freelance Video Editor & Post-Production Specialist · The Film Library - A Kanopy PodcastJan 2024 – Jun 2024 · 6 mos
Freelance Video Editor & Post-Production Specialist · The Film Library - A Kanopy PodcastJan 2024 – Jun 2024 · 6 mos
Freelance Video Editor & Post-Production Specialist · The Film Library - A Kanopy PodcastJan 2024 – Jun 2024 · 6 mos
Freelance Video Editor & Post-Production Specialist · The Film Library - A Kanopy PodcastJan 2024 – Jun 2024 · 6 mos

Education· 12

Diploma in Sound Technologies · Toronto Film School2003 – 2005
Diploma · Toronto Film School2003 – 2005
Diploma · Toronto Film School2003 – 2005
Diploma in Sound Technologies · Toronto Film School2003 – 2005

Certifications and awards· 26

Gemini Award Nominations for Best Original Music in a Reality Series2008 – 2011
Juno Award Rap Recording of the Year2010
Gold London International Award for Sony Documentary2014
Gemini Award Nomination Best Original Music in a Reality Series2008

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