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I am a creative and technically skilled media content producer with over 20 years of experience in video production, documentary filmmaking, photography, and post-production across Canada and Asia. I directed the official behind-the-scenes documentary for the 2008 Beijing Olympics Closing Ceremony, followed by collaborations with major Chinese media outlets including CCTV, Beijing TV, and Phoenix TV. Since immigrating to Canada in 2020, I have continued to work extensively in the media production industry, producing educational and industry-focused short documentaries in collaboration with public service agencies, post-secondary institutions, and government-funded initiatives. I am widely recognized for strong narrative instincts, visual storytelling, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to translate complex topics into emotionally resonant, accessible media content.…I am a creative and technically skilled media content producer with over 20 years of experience in video production, documentary filmmaking, photography, and post-production across Canada and Asia. I directed the official behind-the-scenes documentary for the 2008 Beijing Olympics Closing Ceremony, followed by collaborations with major Chinese media outlets including CCTV, Beijing TV, and Phoenix TV. Since immigrating to Canada in 2020, I have continued to work extensively in the media production industry, producing educational and industry-focused short documentaries in collaboration with public service agencies, post-secondary institutions, and government-funded initiatives. I am widely recognized for strong narrative instincts, visual storytelling, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to translate complex topics into emotionally resonant, accessible media content.

Yang Li

Film Director, Documentary Filmmaker, Video Editor, +4

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I am a creative and technically skilled media content producer with over 20 years of experience in video production, documentary filmmaking, photography, and post-production across Canada and Asia. I directed the official behind-the-scenes documentary for the 2008 Beijing Olympics Closing Ceremony, followed by collaborations with major Chinese media outlets including CCTV, Beijing TV, and Phoenix TV. Since immigrating to Canada in 2020, I have continued to work extensively in the media production industry, producing educational and industry-focused short documentaries in collaboration with public service agencies, post-secondary institutions, and government-funded initiatives. I am widely recognized for strong narrative instincts, visual storytelling, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to translate complex topics into emotionally resonant, accessible media content.…I am a creative and technically skilled media content producer with over 20 years of experience in video production, documentary filmmaking, photography, and post-production across Canada and Asia. I directed the official behind-the-scenes documentary for the 2008 Beijing Olympics Closing Ceremony, followed by collaborations with major Chinese media outlets including CCTV, Beijing TV, and Phoenix TV. Since immigrating to Canada in 2020, I have continued to work extensively in the media production industry, producing educational and industry-focused short documentaries in collaboration with public service agencies, post-secondary institutions, and government-funded initiatives. I am widely recognized for strong narrative instincts, visual storytelling, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to translate complex topics into emotionally resonant, accessible media content.

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I am a creative and technically skilled media content producer with over 20 years of experience in video production, documentary filmmaking, photography, and post-production across Canada and Asia.

I directed the official behind-the-scenes documentary for the 2008 Beijing Olympics Closing Ceremony, followed by collaborations with major Chinese media outlets including CCTV, Beijing TV, and Phoenix TV. Since immigrating to Canada in 2020, I have continued to work extensively in the media production industry, producing educational and industry-focused short documentaries in collaboration with public service agencies, post-secondary institutions, and government-funded initiatives. I am widely recognized for strong narrative instincts, visual storytelling, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to translate complex topics into emotionally resonant, accessible media content.

Skills

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe After Effects

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Experience Level

Adobe Premiere Pro

Expert

Adobe After Effects

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Language

English

Advanced

Chinese

Fluent

Work Experience

Co-founder & Creative Director at Orhythm Media, Halifax, NS

January 1, 2022 - Present

Lead concept development and video production across educational, non-profit, and public sector projects; independently manage pre-production logistics and oversee lighting, sound, and camera setups on location; conduct on-location interviews and capture contextual b-roll, crafting character-driven, story-rich visual narratives; translate interviews and content into cohesive visual narratives; edit footage into high-quality deliverables for campaigns, educational, and social media formats; maintain organized digital archives and coordinate with clients and project partners to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery; oversee end-to-end project development and manage cross-functional teams of freelancers.

Co-Founder, Creative Director at Beijing Guangying Xuanlv Cultural Development Co., Ltd., Beijing, China

April 1, 2012 - April 1, 2020

Directed and co-managed a full-service media production company specializing in documentary storytelling, short-form branded content, and event-focused films for government, cultural, and international clients. Oversaw concept development, storyboarding, filming logistics, team supervision, and post-production review. Led documentary teams covering major events such as the Youth Olympic Games, Asian Games, and BRICS Summits; specialized in behind-the-scenes and human-interest documentaries, capturing authentic emotion and work/life narratives. Managed multi-day shoots across China; developed editorial strategies to align messaging with audience and project goals; mentored junior producers and editors.

Independent Documentary Filmmaker at Beijing & Guangzhou, China

April 1, 2007 - March 1, 2012

Directed and produced behind-the-scenes documentaries for major international ceremonies with a focus on human-centered storytelling; oversaw end-to-end production including research, scripting, cinematography, and post-production for broadcast-quality delivery; collaborated with multidisciplinary creative teams and organizers to document performers, technicians, and contributors; led agile production crews in dynamic, high-pressure environments. Selected projects: 2010 Set Sail – Behind the Scenes of the Guangzhou Asian Games Ceremonies; 2008 The Climb – Behind the Scenes of the Beijing Olympics Closing Ceremony.

Television Videographer / Executive Director at China Central Television (CCTV), Phoenix TV, Beijing TV (BTV) – Beijing, China

June 1, 2005 - March 1, 2009

Contract videographer, content producer, and program director across multiple national broadcasters; supported visual planning and execution for live-to-air and pre-recorded content, including lighting, framing, and basic direction; participated in filming and editing for television programs under tight deadlines; collaborated with editorial and technical teams on location across cities; built foundational experience in field reporting, studio operation, and real-time coordination. Selected projects: Finding You (Phoenix Television) – Executive Director; Volunteers: True Stories That Shine Across China (Beijing TV) – Executive Director; People (CCTV) – Videographer.