Strategic Narrative Architect

Teddy
Cannon

GTM Storytelling | AI & Media | Narrative Strategy

Translating complex technical systems into compelling commercial stories for 20+ years.

Teddy Cannon
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The Puzzle Box

Himitsu-bako

In Japanese craftsmanship, a Himitsu-bako is a puzzle box—a container whose mechanism is hidden, requiring patience, insight, and an understanding of its architecture to open.

Every challenge in my career has been a puzzle box. From translating opaque AI systems into stories that build trust, to navigating the labyrinth of intellectual property clearance for billion-dollar brands, I've spent two decades finding the hidden mechanisms in impossible problems.

“I've spent two decades finding the hidden mechanism in impossible problems.”

Strategic narrative architect with 20+ years translating complex technical systems into compelling commercial stories. I operate at the intersection of product, commercial, and communications teams to build trust in ‘black box’ technologies.

My track record spans defining go-to-market narratives for AI-powered platforms, managing high-stakes storytelling for billion-dollar brands like Nike and LeBron James, and creating industry-defining content strategies for major networks.

0+ Years of Experience
$0 Liability Crisis Addressed
# MTV's Highest-Rated Program
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Experience

Jan 2022 — Present

Co-Founder & Chief Narrative Officer

3PSync

  • Building autonomous clearance infrastructure for the entertainment industry
  • Defined the category of ‘Autonomous Clearance Infrastructure’—a new market category
  • Positioned platform as the solution to Hollywood's $1.5B AI liability crisis
Feb 2022 — Mar 2025

Clearance Supervisor

Nike / SpringHill Company

  • Managed high-stakes storytelling and clearance for billion-dollar IP portfolios
  • Worked with global icons including LeBron James and Nike brand across major campaigns
  • Delivered content across HBO, Netflix, and YouTube platforms
Feb 2014 — Present

Owner & Executive Producer

Crux Entertainment

  • Supervised Ridiculousness—MTV's highest-rated program
  • Produced network record-breaking shows for NBC, FOX, MTV, TruTV, and Discovery
  • Built and managed end-to-end production pipeline for unscripted content
Apr 2010 — Jul 2016

Supervising Producer

MTV Networks

  • Pioneered research and clearance strategy for Ridiculousness
  • Established scalable workflow for high-volume viral video clearance
  • Developed processes that became industry standard for user-generated content clearance
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Capabilities

Go-to-Market Narrative Strategy

Defining category narratives and positioning strategies that open markets and drive adoption for complex technology platforms.

Enterprise Storytelling

Crafting narratives that translate technical complexity into compelling stories for enterprise buyers, investors, and partners.

Cross-Functional Leadership

Operating at the intersection of product, commercial, and communications teams to align stakeholders and deliver cohesive strategies.

Technical Translation

Making ‘black box’ technologies trustworthy by bridging the gap between engineering complexity and market understanding.

AI/ML Market Positioning

Positioning AI-powered platforms with narratives that address market fears, build trust, and accelerate enterprise adoption.

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Origins

A Trivia Game About the Stories Behind Everyday Things

Origins

Every word has a story. Every phrase hides a history.
How well do you know the origins of everyday things?

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Get in Touch

Whether you're looking for a strategic narrative partner, want to discuss the future of AI in media, or just want to chat about etymology—I'd love to hear from you.