Daily Inspiration: Meet Harold Sellers

Today we’d like to introduce you to Harold Sellers.

Hi harold, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
After six years in the U.S. Navy, I found myself in Charleston, South Carolina, where I met two people who changed the course of my career—Jim Rocco and Guy Davidson. They hired me as a camera operator and assistant editor at WCSC-TV, which became my first real step into professional media production.

After a couple of years, we relocated the business to Atlanta, forming Creative Video. Wanting to deepen my experience in broadcast television, I moved on to Turner Broadcasting, where I really cut my teeth as an editor. Turner was an incredible training ground—not only for honing my technical and creative skills, but also for building relationships that would later become a strong client base.

In the mid-90s, I co-founded 11th Street Post, Atlanta’s first all-digital nonlinear post-production facility. We helped launch Cartoon Network Latin America and worked on shows like Space Ghost Coast to Coast and Aqua Teen Hunger Force, along with long-form programming and promos for Turner and CNN. After that chapter ended in 2000, I had a brief stint at IXL Atlanta and Soapbox Studios before deciding to go freelance.

Freelancing expanded my work beyond broadcast into corporate production, with clients like The Grammys,, Fisheye Media Productions, Delta and UPS. and more. Today, as the industry continues to evolve, I’m not only editing—I’m shooting, producing, and delivering live streaming solutions as well. I’m excited about what’s next and how storytelling continues to change with technology.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
For the most part, it’s been a smooth ride, and I feel genuinely lucky. I was fortunate to be surrounded by incredibly talented and generous professionals early in my career—people who took the time to mentor me, challenge me, and open doors. That kind of environment makes a huge difference.

Of course, there were challenges along the way—especially navigating industry shifts, the ups and downs of freelance work, and adapting to constant changes in technology and workflows. Each transition required learning new skills, rebuilding momentum, and staying flexible. But those challenges also pushed me to grow and diversify what I do.

Because of the support I received early on, I’m always looking for opportunities to help others coming up in the industry. Paying that forward has become an important part of my career.

Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I work across editing, cinematography, and live production, with a focus on storytelling-driven content for broadcast, corporate, and creative projects. Over the years, I’ve edited everything from television programming and network promos to branded corporate films, documentaries, and live-streamed productions. My background in both broadcast and corporate environments gives me a strong technical foundation and a big-picture understanding of how content is created, delivered, and consumed.

I specialize in story-driven editing and production. I love projects that involve music, culture, and human stories, and I bring a musician’s sensibility to pacing, rhythm, and emotional beats. Whether I’m cutting a documentary, a corporate piece, or a live performance, I approach it like a narrative—thinking about flow, tone, and audience impact.

One thing I’m known for is work ethic and curiosity. I like to deeply understand the project, the client’s goals, and the creative intent. Every job is a learning experience for me, and I’m always looking to refine my craft and expand what I can offer. That mindset has helped me stay relevant through major shifts in technology and the industry.

I’m most proud of the body of work I’ve built over decades—especially being part of pioneering projects like Atlanta’s first all-digital nonlinear post-production facility, contributing to iconic shows at Turner, and building long-term relationships with clients like Delta and UPS. I’m also proud of how I’ve evolved with the industry—from tape-based broadcast editing to modern digital workflows and live streaming.

What sets me apart is the combination of technical depth, storytelling instincts, and adaptability. I’ve lived through multiple eras of media production and embraced each shift, which lets me bridge old-school broadcast discipline with modern digital and live workflows. And at the core, I genuinely love the craft—which shows up in the care I put into every project.

Can you tell us more about what you were like growing up?
I grew up in a small town—Sebring, Florida—and feel really lucky for that. Most of my childhood was spent outside with friends, running around the countryside, having fun, and getting into just enough trouble to keep things interesting. It was a great place to grow up, but by the time I finished high school, I knew I wanted more. I wanted to see the world, experience new things, and figure out my path.

So at 17, I joined the U.S. Navy and never looked back. That decision opened up the world for me and set the foundation for everything that followed.

My love for photography started with my uncle Leland, who was a photographer for the local news. The first time I got my hands on his camera, I knew I had found something special. Later, while in the Navy, I discovered motion cameras and filmmaking—and that’s when it really clicked. From that point on, I was hooked on visual storytelling.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.haroldsellers.com
• Instagram: hbombatl
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• LinkedIn: Harold sellers

Image Credits
all by Harold Sellers