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Denver, CO, USA

John W.

Creative Producer/Editor & Branded Content Specialist

Writer-Producer-Director-Editor

My focus is the story. I specialize in documentary-style, promotional and brand-forward storytelling, both social-first and long form. 

Expert in Premiere Pro, Resolve, Photoshop, After Effects and Figma.

With a background in writing and documentaries and serving as the Fractional CMO for two startups, consider me a video production Swiss Army Knife.

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Work

Experience

Nov 2025 — Present
Gravity Haus

Gravity Haus

Video Creator & Content Copywriter

Active and adventure lifestyle, hospitality, and functional fitness company with properties throughout the mountain west.

  • Revived dormant Instagram account, tripling followers & growing engagement 10x to over a 21k 30-day average.
  • Capture and edit photos and videos of fitness classes and cross-branded events.
Apr 2014 — Present

Freelance Video Producer/Director/Editor

Founder/Video Producer and Editor

End-to-end video creative specializes in social-first branded content, story-driven marketing videos, and documentary and documentary-style long-form videos. Clients include Sanofi, LA Marathon, Truth + Basketball, Wells Fargo Advisors, Fit Academy, as well as weddings, BTS, agencies, and startups.

  • End-to-end production: concept, scripting, directing, editing, color, sound, motion graphics, VO.
  • Produced corporate documentary content used for executive events
  • Podcast promos/video content drove consistent engagement. Video promos for Truth + Basketball podcast averaged 16.5K views and 25K impressions
  • Writer/Director/Producer/Editor of The Capitol of Nowhere
  • LA Meet & Eat - Filmed and edited this 5-video series highlighting well-known and up-and-coming restaurants across LA. • From-the-hip style shooting that captured a mix of the restaurant vibe and proprietor round table.
  • Spirit & Truth (Nonprofit) - Produced and edited docu-style videos on ancient cities using on-location footage & archival b-roll. •Performed full post-production tasks: editing, motion graphics, audio cleanup, digital delivery.
Nov 2022 — Apr 2023
Amazon Studios — Soul Power: The Legend of The American Basketball Association

Amazon Studios — Soul Power: The Legend of The American Basketball Association

Editor

•Edited documentary scenes from extensive interviews and b-roll; ensured narrative cohesion across episodes. •Collaborated with director and editorial team on pacing, tone, and continuity. •Delivered 1–8 minute scenes on 1–2 week timelines.

  • Series reached #1 in Documentary TV Shows and #4 Overall TV Shows, respectively.
Aug 2021 — Aug 2022
Keyframe Sports

Keyframe Sports

Fractional CMO

Keyframe Sports offers broadcast-quality telestration software to improve game analysis for teams at all levels.

  • Led social-first creative strategy; grew Twitter +75% and Instagram +400% in 6 months.
  • Produced cross-platform video/graphic campaigns that contributed to +20% sales growth.
  • Planned, designed, wrote and executed Drip email campaigns averaging 15-20% open rate + 3-5% conversion rate.
  • Built creator partnerships and affiliate programs to extend reach.
Mar 2020 — Jan 2021
Truth + Basketball with George Karl

Truth + Basketball with George Karl

Video Producer

Truth+Media is a media company focused on producing impactful sports stories through podcasts and digital content.

  • Produced and directed social media promotional content for the podcast "Truth and Basketball," contributing to increased listener engagement.
  • Crafted engaging narrative videos featuring renowned personalities, enhancing the podcast's reach and popularity.
Apr 2016 — May 2018
University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania

Women's Assistant Coach/Goalkeeper Coach

The University of Pennsylvania is an Ivy League research university located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

  • Coached the Ivy League Goalkeeper of the Year, achieving a .890 save percentage and ranking 7th nationally in 2017.
  • Designed and implemented goalkeeping training programs, enhancing team performance and individual skill development.
  • Created engaging hype videos and led team warmups, building team spirit and motivation.
Jul 2015 — Feb 2022
MINA Health

MINA Health

Fractional Director of Marketing and Communications

MINA Health provides a platform for users to manage their health information and reduce medical errors.

  • Developed B2B/B2C strategy, funnels, customer avatars; produced and edited all website/social video.
  • Led COVID-19 response campaign (product + creative).
  • Grew Facebook +200% and LinkedIn +800%; +53% engagement QoQ.
Feb 2013 — Jul 2018

The Capitol of Nowhere

Producer + Director

The Capitol of Nowhere is a documentary film project.

  • Directed and produced a documentary exploring the unexpected cultural impact of a music venue in a declining coal mining town.
  • Conducted extensive interviews and research to craft a compelling narrative, showcasing influential acts hosted by the venue.
Dec 2012 — Dec 2015

Jessica Scott, LLC

Copywriter

Jessica Scott, LLC provides content creation and marketing services for a range of clients, including celebrities and corporate entities.

  • Drafted tailored press releases and web content for diverse clients, enhancing brand presence and visibility.
  • Collaborated with directors to refine communication strategies and ensure client satisfaction.