Leo Demirjian
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Accomplished Video Operations and Content Operations leader with over 12 years of experience in high-volume digital video pipelines and live broadcast operations. Expertise in scaling content operations through traditional production leadership and innovative AI-driven workflows. Skilled in YouTube-first ecosystems, live streaming, and SEO-driven content strategy, with a focus on developing scalable operations and leading distributed teams.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Video Operations Manager
VladTV
Los Angeles
11.2022 - Current
- Oversaw end-to-end video operations for multi-million-subscriber digital media platform, managing production, post-production, publishing, QA, and live operations.
- Led distributed teams of editors, producers, and contractors in task assignment and performance oversight to meet production deadlines.
- Designed AI-assisted workflows that accelerated editing, publishing, and quality control, boosting operational efficiency significantly.
- Developed production schedules and editorial calendars to support daily long-form, short-form, and live content delivery.
- Established standard operating procedures (SOPs) for editing, publishing, and quality control processes, ensuring consistency across all video outputs.
- Served as primary liaison between video teams and executive leadership, enhancing visibility into workloads and production risks.
- Implemented workflow improvements that increased production efficiency by 15%, reducing turnaround times effectively.
- Evaluated new tools and AI technologies to enhance output quality and support operational scalability.
Video Operations & Content Operations Manager
iONE Digital (formerly Obsev Studios)
Universal City, California
10.2016 - 11.2022
- Led operational integration of Obsev Studios into iONE Digital, aligning teams and workflows to enhance collaboration.
- Directed video operations for live and on-demand content across YouTube, Facebook, and Twitch, optimizing viewer engagement.
- Standardized production workflows and quality assurance processes post-acquisition to enhance consistency.
- Managed live broadcasts, ensuring technical setups, graphics integration, and real-time issue resolution.
- Collaborated with editorial and technical stakeholders to synchronize content strategy with operational needs.
- Implemented SEO and metadata practices, boosting content discoverability and enhancing overall performance.
- Contributed to audience growth initiatives, achieving a 20% increase in live viewership.
Studio Manager
ARTN Television
Glendale , CA
10.2013 - 09.2016
- Coordinated studio workflows, enhancing productivity and ensuring high-quality standards.
- Implemented performance evaluation processes, fostering team accountability and development.
- Facilitated team training sessions to improve skill sets and foster collaboration.
- Optimized budget allocations to maximize resource utilization and reduce operational costs.
- Strengthened client relationships through effective communication and timely project updates.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cinema, TV & Film
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA06-2010
Skills
- Video operations leadership
- End-to-end production management
- Live streaming and broadcast
- Content pipeline design
- Editorial scheduling
- Team performance management
- Vendor oversight
- Quality control standards
- YouTube strategy and optimization
- SEO and metadata practices
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Process documentation development
- KPI tracking and optimization
- Change management strategies
Tool & Platforms
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- After Effects
- Photoshop
- Illustrator
- YouTube Studio
- Aspera
- VMix ·
- Wirecast
- Blackmagic
- Canon & Sony Cinema Cameras
- Google Analytics
- Kaltura
- OpenReel
- Microsoft
- Office
- PC & Mac
Timeline
Senior Video Operations Manager
VladTV
11.2022 - Current
Video Operations & Content Operations Manager
iONE Digital (formerly Obsev Studios)
10.2016 - 11.2022
Studio Manager
ARTN Television
10.2013 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Cinema, TV & Film
California State University, Northridge