LATE BLOOMER: SUSTAIN 30 (CRAVE ORIGINAL)
LATE BLOOMER30secs
LITTLE BIRD: SUSTAIN 30 (CRAVE ORIGINAL)
LITTLE BIRD30secs
EMPATHIE: SUSTAIN 30 (CRAVE ORIGINAL)
EMPATHIE30secs
SLO PITCH: 30 SN (CRAVE ORIGINAL)
SLO PITCH30secs
CRAVE: Q4 SLATE CAMPAIGN
CRAVE30secs
PROJECT RUNWAY CANADA: SUSTAIN 30 (CRAVE)
PROJECT RUNWAY CANADA30secs
BITTEN: DUST IN THE WIND (SPACE ORIGINAL)
BITTEN60secs
BITTEN: BITING DOWN SHOOT (SPACE ORIGINAL)
BITTEN45secs
ORPHAN BLACK S2: BLACK IS BACK (SPACE ORIGINAL)
ORPHAN BLACK S230secs
ORPHAN BLACK: IN THE WOODS (SPACE ORIGINAL)
ORPHAN BLACK45secs
KILLJOYS: TEASER 60 (LAUNCH TRAILER)
KILLJOYS60secs
CAPTAIN AMERICA: TRIPLE BILL 30
CAPTAIN AMERICA30secs
KINGSMAN: DOUBLE BILL 30
KINGSMAN30secs
STANLEY KUBRICK: THE EXHIBITION
STANLEY KUBRICK30secs
SHORESY
SHORESYSERIES
LETTERKENNY
LETTERKENNYSERIES
CANADA'S DRAG RACE
CANADA'S DRAG RACESERIES
THE TRADES
THE TRADESSERIES
BRIA MACK GETS A LIFE
BRIA MACK GETS A LIFESERIES
THUNDER BAY
THUNDER BAYDOCUSERIES
THE TRAITORS CANADA
THE TRAITORS CANADASERIES
SO LONG, MARIANNE
SO LONG, MARIANNESERIES
DARK SIDE OF THE RING
DARK SIDE OF THE RINGSERIES
WE ARE LADY PARTS
WE ARE LADY PARTSSERIES
19-2
19-2SERIES
THE HANDMAID'S TALE
THE HANDMAID'S TALESERIES
STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS
STAR TREKSERIES
THE LAST OF US
THE LAST OF USSERIES
SUCCESSION
SUCCESSIONSERIES
THE WHITE LOTUS
THE WHITE LOTUSSERIES
HOUSE OF THE DRAGON
HOUSE OF THE DRAGONSERIES
INDUSTRY
INDUSTRYSERIES
YELLOWJACKETS
YELLOWJACKETSSERIES
LATE BLOOMER: SUSTAIN 30 (CRAVE ORIGINAL)
LATE BLOOMER30secs
LITTLE BIRD: SUSTAIN 30 (CRAVE ORIGINAL)
LITTLE BIRD30secs
EMPATHIE: SUSTAIN 30 (CRAVE ORIGINAL)
EMPATHIE30secs
SLO PITCH: 30 SN (CRAVE ORIGINAL)
SLO PITCH30secs
CRAVE: Q4 SLATE CAMPAIGN
CRAVE30secs
PROJECT RUNWAY CANADA: SUSTAIN 30 (CRAVE)
PROJECT RUNWAY CANADA30secs
BITTEN: DUST IN THE WIND (SPACE ORIGINAL)
BITTEN60secs
BITTEN: BITING DOWN SHOOT (SPACE ORIGINAL)
BITTEN45secs
ORPHAN BLACK S2: BLACK IS BACK (SPACE ORIGINAL)
ORPHAN BLACK S230secs
ORPHAN BLACK: IN THE WOODS (SPACE ORIGINAL)
ORPHAN BLACK45secs
KILLJOYS: TEASER 60 (LAUNCH TRAILER)
KILLJOYS60secs
CAPTAIN AMERICA: TRIPLE BILL 30
CAPTAIN AMERICA30secs
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KARIM MOSES

Senior Promo Writer, Director & Editor

Crafting high-impact promotional campaigns, movie trailers, image spots and sizzle reels for Canada’s premier television networks and streaming platforms.

GEMA Award Winner

About

Senior promo writer, producer, director, and editor with 25+ years of experience shaping high-impact campaigns for leading Canadian TV brands, including Crave and CTV Specialty Channels. Skilled in end-to-end production, directing on-set crews and talent, and collaborating across departments to deliver compelling multiplatform content that drives audience engagement.

Throughout my career at the Bell Media Agency and CHUM / CTV, I have led high-budget commercial shoots, directed on-set talent and 40+ person production crews, and delivered over 200 broadcast and digital assets annually—balancing creative excellence with strategic business objectives.

Core Competencies

Creative Direction & Production
Proven ability to direct voice talent, on-set crews, and post freelancers to execute high-concept promo campaigns and branded content.
Cross-Department Collaboration
Extensive experience partnering with showrunners, network executives, marketing teams, and external partners to align creative vision with strategic goals.
Multiplatform Production
Expertise in crafting narratives for promos, sizzle reels, brand partnerships, and digital content across TV, social media, and streaming platforms.
High-Stakes Delivery
Thrives in fast-paced environments, delivering top-tier broadcast and digital assets under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or creativity.

Technical Proficiencies

Post-Production & Editing
Avid Media Composer Ultimate, Adobe Media Encoder, offline/online editing workflows, custom timeline configuration, FrameFlex, and colour space management.
Delivery & Systems
Master video exports for broadcast and streaming codecs, cross-platform media management, and macOS environment administration.
AI & Automation (Vibe Coding)
Proficient in AI-assisted development, leveraging local LLMs, Python automation scripts, Docker, and Google Antigravity workspaces to rapidly build tools and streamline workflows.

Experience

  1. 2018 — PRESENT

    Senior Writer-Producer, Crave & CTV Specialty Channels · Bell Media Agency – Toronto, ON

    Spearheaded promo campaigns for flagship Bell Media brands, including CTV Specialty Channels and Crave, creating award-winning content that drove viewer engagement and brand loyalty. Directed national ad campaigns, created sizzle reels, and produced exclusive promos for original series, balancing creative excellence with strategic business objectives.

    • Delivered over 200 high-impact promos and branded content pieces annually, directly contributing to increased audience ratings for key programming blocks.
    • Increased Crave subscriber engagement by designing digital-first campaigns tailored specifically to streaming audiences.
  2. 2000 — 2018

    Senior Writer-Producer · CHUM / CTV – Toronto, ON

    Produced signature content that defined the network's on-air voice in science fiction and genre television. Created innovative brand partnership integrations, collaborating directly with commercial advertisers to align custom content with brand messaging. Partnered with network showrunners and marketing teams to develop promo strategies that boosted viewership and expanded brand reach across linear TV and digital platforms. Led high-budget shoots, directing crews of up to 40 people (including directors of photography, set designers, editors, and other production specialists) to deliver complex projects on schedule and on budget.

    • Contributed to the major rebranding of Space by creating and producing launch promo campaigns to establish a new market identity.
    • Produced top-rated promotional campaigns for marquee Space original series, including Orphan Black, Bitten, and Killjoys.
  3. 1997 — 2000

    Program Editor · CHUM / CTV – Toronto, ON

    Edited long-form and short-form programming, ensuring compliance with broadcast standards while enhancing narrative flow and visual appeal. Worked closely with production teams to deliver content on tight deadlines, helping shape the network's editorial voice.

    • Delivered high-compliance long-form and short-form broadcast edits under tight turnaround schedules.
    • Worked closely with production teams to deliver content on tight deadlines, helping shape the network's editorial voice.

Promos & Campaigns

  • 30secs
    CRAVE ORIGINAL•2024

    LATE BLOOMER: SUSTAIN 30 (CRAVE ORIGINAL)

    Senior Promo Writer, Producer & Editor

    Dynamic promotional campaign for the acclaimed Crave Original comedy series Late Bloomer, created by & starring Jasmeet Singh Raina. Cut with punchy comedic rhythm and streaming tune-in focus.

  • 30secs
    CRAVE ORIGINAL•2023

    LITTLE BIRD: SUSTAIN 30 (CRAVE ORIGINAL)

    Senior Promo Writer, Producer & Editor

    Digital pre-roll and broadcast sustain campaign for the acclaimed Crave Original series Little Bird, engineered with poignant emotional pacing and cinematic sound design.

  • 30secs
    CRAVE ORIGINAL•2023

    EMPATHIE: SUSTAIN 30 (CRAVE ORIGINAL)

    Senior Promo Writer, Producer & Editor

    Digital and broadcast promotional campaign for the Crave Original series Empathie, crafted with punchy narrative acceleration and sharp sound design cues.

  • 30secs
    CRAVE ORIGINAL•2022

    SLO PITCH: 30 SN (CRAVE ORIGINAL)

    Senior Promo Writer, Producer & Editor

    High-energy promotional campaign for the acclaimed Crave Original comedy series Slo Pitch, crafted with fast-paced dialogue cutting, punchy rhythm, and multiplatform delivery.

  • 30secs
    CRAVE•2023

    CRAVE: Q4 SLATE CAMPAIGN

    Senior Promo Writer, Producer & Editor

    High-energy Q4 programming slate sizzle and tune-in anthem showcasing Crave's blockbuster movies, HBO originals, and Canadian exclusive premieres.

  • 30secs
    CRAVE•2023

    PROJECT RUNWAY CANADA: SUSTAIN 30 (CRAVE)

    Senior Promo Writer, Producer & Editor

    High-fashion promotional sustain campaign for Project Runway Canada on Crave, crafted with sharp editorial pacing, runway glamour, and tension-building sound design.

  • 60secs
    SPACE ORIGINAL•2016

    BITTEN: DUST IN THE WIND (SPACE ORIGINAL)

    Senior Promo Writer, Director & Editor

    Atmospheric custom live-action shoot promo for the final season of Bitten set to 'Dust in the Wind'. Directed on set with moody low-key lighting and edited with character finality.

  • 45secs
    SPACE ORIGINAL•2015

    BITTEN: BITING DOWN SHOOT (SPACE ORIGINAL)

    Senior Promo Writer, Director & Editor

    Custom live-action studio shoot and conceptual promo spot for the Space Original Series Bitten, set to Lorde’s 'Biting Down'. Directed on set and edited with rapid werewolf match cuts.

  • 30secs
    SPACE ORIGINAL•2014

    ORPHAN BLACK S2: BLACK IS BACK (SPACE ORIGINAL)

    Senior Promo Writer, Producer & Editor

    High-octane Season 2 launch anthem for the Space Original Series Orphan Black. Edited with clonal match-cuts and driving sound design.

  • 45secs
    SPACE ORIGINAL•2015

    ORPHAN BLACK: IN THE WOODS (SPACE ORIGINAL)

    Senior Promo Writer, Director & Editor

    Atmospheric custom conceptual live-action shoot for Orphan Black set to Hozier's track. Directed on set and edited with woodland staging and psychological suspense.

  • 60secs
    SPACE ORIGINAL•2015–2019

    KILLJOYS: TEASER 60 (LAUNCH TRAILER)

    Senior Promo Writer, Producer & Editor

    Fast-paced launch trailer for the Space Original Series Killjoys. Built with sharp character banter, high-octane visual cuts, and driving rock score.

  • 30secs
    SPACE•2020

    CAPTAIN AMERICA: TRIPLE BILL 30

    Senior Promo Writer, Producer & Editor

    Marvel Cinematic Universe stunt promo for the Captain America trilogy marathon. Highlighting Steve Rogers' trajectory with match cuts and percussion.

  • 30secs
    CTV SCI-FI•2023

    KINGSMAN: DOUBLE BILL 30

    Senior Promo Writer, Producer & Editor

    Broadcast stunt promo for the Kingsman franchise movie event. Packed with comedic timing, action match-cuts, and driving trailer music.

  • 30secs
    SPACE / TIFF•2015

    STANLEY KUBRICK: THE EXHIBITION

    Senior Promo Writer, Producer & Editor

    Cinematic promo trailer celebrating visionary master Stanley Kubrick, showcasing iconic film imagery, symmetrical compositions, and visceral classical score.