Career Timeline

A comprehensive journey through my professional experience in film, digital content, and creative direction

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April 2024 - Present
Co-founder & Chief Creative Officer
Remoose
Leading creative vision and product development for next-generation digital communication platform. Started prototyping in September 2022, built first prototype in May 2023, and officially became a company in April 2024. Serving as Lead Front End Developer and Designer while directing the development team.
  • Built and launched revolutionary digital communication platform from concept to company
  • Lead front-end development and design architecture for complex interactive platform
  • Manage development team and establish technical standards and workflows
  • Co-founded company with Nicole Thompson and Lance Priebe (Club Penguin co-creator)
  • Developed comprehensive product strategy and user experience design
Remoose Platform Demo - Revolutionary Digital Communication
April 2021 - April 2024
Content Director
RocketSnail Games
Led content management and strategy for innovative gaming company. Developed comprehensive content systems and strategic direction for digital platforms while simultaneously working as Content Specialist for LEGO Group.
  • Established content management frameworks and strategic direction
  • Developed content strategies that increased user engagement significantly
  • Managed cross-platform content creation and distribution
  • Collaborated with development teams on user experience improvements
  • Built content creation workflows still used company-wide
Content Strategy Work - RocketSnail Games
April 2021 - August 2023
Content Specialist
LEGO Group
Developed and executed UGC systems and series formats for digital platforms. Created innovative content strategies for LEGO's digital presence while pioneering new approaches to community-driven storytelling.
  • Developed UGC systems and series formats for major digital platforms
  • Created "Build Your Own Adventure" series for LEGO Life community
  • Managed multi-million dollar content strategies and partnerships
  • Established serialized storytelling experiences across 2 seasons
  • Implemented community voting systems and interactive content direction
LEGO "Build Your Own Adventure" Series
March 2014 - Present
Freelance Director & Motion Designer
JohnnyJansen.com
Award-winning freelance career spanning music videos, feature films, and commercial work. Directed feature film funded by Blumhouse Productions and created content for major brands including Disney Interactive and Corus Entertainment.
  • Juno Award nomination for Best Music Video (2020)
  • Leo Award winner for Outstanding Achievement in Music Videos (2019)
  • WCMA Video Director of the Year (2019)
  • Directed feature film funded by Blumhouse Productions
  • Created TV commercials for Corus Entertainment
  • Produced content for Disney Interactive and various artists
Award-Winning Music Video Demo Reel
February 2017 - July 2019
Creative Producer & Motion Designer
Ocean Wise
Developed original content and promotional videos for Ocean Wise and Vancouver Aquarium. Created and directed several online series while producing animated content for exhibit screens.
  • Created "Ocean Kitchen" series reaching 500K+ viewers
  • Developed original promotional content for Vancouver Aquarium
  • Directed multiple online series for Ocean.org
  • Produced animated content for interactive exhibit screens
  • Established video production workflows for environmental content
Ocean Kitchen Series - Environmental Storytelling
April 2013 - March 2014
Community Manager & Videographer
Hyper Hippo
Directed and animated game trailers while developing social media strategies. Created studio video blogs and managed all digital channels for gaming properties.
  • Directed and animated game trailers for multiple titles
  • Created and produced studio video blogs
  • Developed and managed social media channels for all properties
  • Established video content strategies for gaming industry
  • Built community engagement through creative video content
Game Trailers and Studio Content
September 2010 - April 2013
Online Community Videographer
Disney Interactive
Produced video content for Club Penguin blog and YouTube channel. As "Businesmoose," created engaging UGC content while operating Club Penguin's social channels and producing TVCs for major networks.
  • Generated over 14 million views on Club Penguin YouTube channel
  • Created 61 public videos for Club Penguin blog and YouTube
  • Produced TVCs that aired on Cartoon Network and Nickelodeon in USA
  • Operated Club Penguin's YouTube and social media channels
  • Managed online community of 5+ million active users
  • Developed content moderation strategies for children's platforms
Club Penguin Content - Businesmoose Era

Core Competencies

Direction & Production

Music Video Direction Documentary Filmmaking Commercial Production Creative Direction Project Management

Digital & UGC

UGC Strategy Community Management Social Media Content Strategy Brand Development

Technical Skills

Front-End Development After Effects Premiere Pro Motion Graphics Product Design

Leadership & Strategy

Team Leadership Strategic Planning Product Development Client Relations Innovation