About Me
I am passionate about using problem-solving and teamwork to create the best productions possible that are professional and creative. I successfully integrate my skills in broadcasting and programming to provide innovative solutions. My knowledge of media production and communication highlight my ability to find alternate ways to inform and entertain audiences.
Contact Details
Location: Toronto Region - Ontario, Canada
james@jmew.ca
PRODUCTION EXPERIENCE
Sportsnet
Rogers Sports & Media - Sportsnet Network•August 2021-Present
Production Operator 2March 2025-Present
Operating production equipment for live broadcasts and studio productions.
Technical DirectorMarch 2024-Present
Technical direction for Sportsnet Central broadcasts, utilizing Ross Switcher and other control room equipment.
Playback OperatorSeptember 2023-Present
Operating playback systems for Sportsnet Central, Blue Jays Central, Raptors Central, Hockey Central, and Wednesday Night Hockey using Grass Valley Quantel Rio and XPression Tessera.
Technical OperatorApril 2023-Present
Technical operations for Sportsnet 590 The FAN using Chyron and Ross Switcher systems in the control room.
Electronic Graphics OperatorAugust 2021-Present
Creating and operating graphics for Sportsnet Central, Blue Jays Central, Tim & Friends, Raptors Central, Hockey Central, and Wednesday Night Hockey using Chyron systems in the control room.
Diving, Etobicoke Olympium
Niagara 2022 Summer Games•August 16-18th 2022
Director
Directed the use of four robotic cameras to capture the best angles of the diving competition.
Technical Director
Operated a Blackmagic Design ATEM video switcher to change camera angles during the live broadcast. Setup the control room consisting of a video switcher, live-stream and graphics station and robotic camera control base in the Etobicoke Olympium.
Canadian Olympic Wrestling Trials
Olympic Games Tokyo 2020•December 5-7th 2019
Graphics Operator
Created athlete profiles in Photoshop for all competitors in the finals, used the Ross Video Xpression system to display these live profiles for the broadcast and in-house video wall
Technical Director
Worked in the secondary control room, operating a Blackmagic Design ATEM video switcher
Niagara College BRTF Sports
Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Hockey•2018-2020
Replay/Playback
Monitored live feeds and identified important plays, worked with on-air talent to provide instant replays for requested events, played pre-recorded intros and commercials during the broadcast
Technical Director
Used a Ross Video Carbonite Black production switcher, worked in a remote-control room following director's queues
Director
Watched multiple live feeds to make decisions on the look of the show from camera angles to the use of graphics and audio.
Graphics Operator
Created a program to control the Ross Video Xpression Graphics System for an ease-of-use visual graphics controller to update scores, game clocks, player lower-thirds, and live sports visual elements
CCU
Managed the iris levels and colouring of up to 4 cameras at a time in both indoor and outdoor settings
Niagara College Convocation
Spring Ceremonies•June 2021
Director
Oversaw live show day broadcast calls for 12 convocation ceremonies making quick decisions to fully utilize multiple cameras, video playback and social media inserts
Technical Director
Operated a Ross Carbonite video switcher and managed the technical setup of camera feeds and playout systems
Pre-Production
Assisted in building show sets, built a remote production studio
Niagara College Convocation
Spring & Fall Ceremonies•June & October 2020
Media Director
Managed live playback of pre-recorded video elements for more than 14 hours of content over the course of 14 convocation ceremonies
Name Readings
Created a program to display students' names by academic course which was used to record voice-over name readings for over 10,000 graduates
Pre-Production
Assisted in building show sets, built a remote production studio
Production Certifications
Professional certifications related to production and broadcasting
ChyronHego
PRIME Blue Belt2024Advanced- PRIME Green Belt2023Intermediate
- PRIME Yellow Belt2023Intermediate
- CHYRONHEGO White Belt2023Beginner
Production Skills
Knowledgeable in production practices and broadcast techniques
Experienced in directing live sports and news broadcasts
Worked well in editing teams and production crews
Collaborated with external production crews and media to ensure completion of projects
Managed multiple priorities from one or more projects and tasks
Efficient in troubleshooting operating errors and providing quick decision making
Proficient with Non-linear editing software such as Avid Media Composer, Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro X
Programming Skills
Work from specifications drawn up by software developers or other individuals
Analyzed user needs to design software solutions
Solid background and advanced knowledge in full stack web development
Experienced in working with database management tools
Highly organized with exceptional commitment to task completion and quality assurance
Strong attention to detail in successfully solving complex problems using logical reasoning
Experienced with manual and automated software testing
Efficient in lowering error and bug rates by reviewing and updating existing code
Programming Languages
EDUCATION
Broadcasting – Radio, Television and Film
Niagara College• Niagara Region, Ontario• Advanced Diploma• 2021
Comprehensive training in broadcasting, production, and media technologies
Video Game Design and Development
Stratford Career Institute• Online• College Diploma• 2014
Fundamentals of game design and development
OSSD
Governor Simcoe Secondary School• St. Catharines, Ontario• 2010
Production Gallery
Photos from various broadcasting and media production projects