I have over 40 years of professional video production experience, working as a producer, director, editor, designer, cameraman, and technician across educational, corporate, and broadcast productions. I specialize in offline and online editing using a variety of systems from early analog to modern digital platforms, and I've contributed to the development of key editing software features. I bring deep expertise in video graphics and animation tools, ranging from Quantel Paint Box to Adobe After Effects and Maya. Throughout my career, I've led post-production for PBS series and documentaries, developed interactive course materials, and consulted for major technology companies like Avid. I have a passion for combining technology with creativity to deliver high-quality content across multiple platforms.

John G. Barnett

I have over 40 years of professional video production experience, working as a producer, director, editor, designer, cameraman, and technician across educational, corporate, and broadcast productions. I specialize in offline and online editing using a variety of systems from early analog to modern digital platforms, and I've contributed to the development of key editing software features. I bring deep expertise in video graphics and animation tools, ranging from Quantel Paint Box to Adobe After Effects and Maya. Throughout my career, I've led post-production for PBS series and documentaries, developed interactive course materials, and consulted for major technology companies like Avid. I have a passion for combining technology with creativity to deliver high-quality content across multiple platforms.

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I have over 40 years of professional video production experience, working as a producer, director, editor, designer, cameraman, and technician across educational, corporate, and broadcast productions. I specialize in offline and online editing using a variety of systems from early analog to modern digital platforms, and I’ve contributed to the development of key editing software features. I bring deep expertise in video graphics and animation tools, ranging from Quantel Paint Box to Adobe After Effects and Maya.

Throughout my career, I’ve led post-production for PBS series and documentaries, developed interactive course materials, and consulted for major technology companies like Avid. I have a passion for combining technology with creativity to deliver high-quality content across multiple platforms.

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Work Experience

Director of Post Production, Tech Director & Online Editor at The Visionaries
December 31, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Directed post production and online editing for PBS series documenting international non-profit work. Responsible for finishing, shading, PBS technical preparations, series packaging graphics design, multi-language DVD authoring, and development of online interactive course material using the documentary archive.
President/Creative Director at JGB Video & Design
January 1, 1999 - Present
Produced, directed, wrote, filmed, edited, and created graphics and compositing for various projects including an indie documentary and corporate content. Provided special consultation and authored user manuals for Avid Technologies. Worked on finishing editing and colorist roles for multi-screen exhibitions and workshops instruction.
Chief Editor & Creative Video Director at Convergent Media Systems
December 31, 1997 - August 1, 2025
Managed Boston facility for the largest national corporate television satellite service. Produced international broadcast and corporate image pieces. Responsible for editing and graphics on monthly corporate video news magazines, tech supervision for Avid systems nationwide, and designed Fiber Channel multi-Avid storage solution.
Freelance Offline & Online Editor, Graphics Designer, Producer/Director, Post Supervisor at Various Clients
December 31, 1992 - August 1, 2025
Provided freelance editing, directing, producing, and graphics design services for a variety of companies including Active Video, ESPN, WGBH-TV, and others, across educational, corporate, and broadcast sectors. Delivered technical consultation and supervision for digital and linear editing projects.
Director of Media at Kantor Family Institute
December 31, 1984 - August 1, 2025
Directed media department, producing, directing, and scripting award-winning training and drama series focusing on therapy and teenage pregnancy education.

Education

Masters in Education at Harvard Graduate School of Education
January 1, 1978 - December 31, 1979
Undergraduate studies at Harvard College
January 1, 1969 - December 31, 1974

Qualifications

Apple Shake & Avid DS Nitris HD training
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2005
Avid Certified Support Rep training
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997
New York Directors Workshop, Directors Guild of America - Scriptwriting & Directing
January 1, 1982 - December 31, 1982

Industry Experience

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