Melanie DeBonte

Multimedia Producer specializing in end-to-end video, motion, and visual content production across branded campaigns, digital storytelling, and high-volume digital environments. Leads production from concept through delivery across social, digital, and live environments, combining creative execution with structured production workflows, media asset management, and studio/AV production systems. Delivered work for Shopify, CAA, and institutional organizations, with content reaching 6.5M+ combined views across digital platforms.

Video, Motion & Visual Content Producer at Self-Employed (2017-01 – Present)

• Produced branded video and multi-format content for Shopify and CAA, generating 6.5M+ combined views across digital platforms
• Led end-to-end production across concept development, filming, editing, and motion content delivery for branded campaigns
• Developed performance-driven social and campaign content strategies, optimizing engagement across digital platforms
• Supported annual AV production for the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon, managing live graphics and multi-platform broadcast delivery in real time
• Managed production workflows, timelines, and technical QC across multiple concurrent projects

Multimedia Producer at Centre for International Governance Innovation (2023-01 – 2024-12)

• Produced video, motion, and visual content for institutional campaigns, livestreams, and international events
• Led AV production and technical execution for high-profile live events with global stakeholders
• Managed $60,000 production budget for studio upgrade, improving production infrastructure under budget and ahead of schedule
• Managed media asset workflows, metadata, and delivery pipelines across multiple production streams

Contract Assistant Editor / Story Editor at Digital Sabbath (2021-01 – 2021-12)

• Managed post-production workflows for a 17-episode documentary series distributed via Air Canada inflight entertainment
• Organized media assets, metadata, and editing pipelines to improve workflow efficiency and storytelling structure
• Developed branded content for corporate partners including Home Hardware and NXGN Youth Soccer Program

Digital Marketing Representative at Heat Design Equipment (2018-01 – 2020-12)

• Produced video and visual marketing content across digital platforms ensuring brand consistency
• Supported cross-functional campaigns with video and visual asset development

Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business Management – Conestoga College (2019-12)