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Award-Winning Editor & Director-Driven Specialist
I’m a decorated filmmaker and editor experienced in crafting high-impact narratives across TV commercials, feature films, and social media. Because my entire background is rooted in cinema—culminating in a red-carpet screening at the iconic TCL Chinese Theatre—I approach the edit suite with the vision of a director. I don’t just cut footage; I direct the story from the timeline to ensure every frame hits with maximum emotional and strategic impact.
Native-level fluency in English for seamless global collaboration
Director-level intuition for pacing, rhythm, and performance across all formats
A/B testing specialist who blends cinematic artistry with data-driven social results
Pure film DNA providing a rare, sophisticated edge that sets your content apart
My strongest skill is the ability to bridge the gap between “Red Carpet” artistry and modern digital performance. Explore my work at amandacineasta.com.br.
Let’s connect and give your footage the directorial eye it deserves.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Language
Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Italian
Beginner
Work Experience
Writer and Director at Independent Projects
January 1, 2024 - November 6, 2025Directed and wrote multiple short films, including Wings and Red Like You, showcasing themes of resilience and humanity.
Boom Operator at Noseeums (feature)
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023Handled sound capture on set, ensuring high-quality audio for the feature film production located in Tallahassee, FL.
Co-Founder at Ibifest - Film Festival
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021Co-founded a film festival aimed at promoting indie filmmakers in Brazil.
Editor at Criola Camera Studio
February 11, 2019 - May 31, 2019I was an assistant editor for a documentary.
Boom Operator, Assistant Editor and Social Media at Sallva Films
October 29, 2017 - December 29, 2019Assisted in audio capture, editing, and managed social media presence for the studio's projects.
Filmmaker and editor at Alma 9 Agency
August 2, 2015 - September 7, 2025Filmming and editing adds for TV and social media.
Writer and Director at Independent
January 1, 2017 - November 6, 2025I have written and directed several short films that have been showcased at various film festivals.
Boom Operator at Noseeums (feature)
January 1, 2023 - November 6, 2025Responsible for capturing high-quality audio on set, working closely with the director to achieve artistic goals.
Co-Founder at Ibifest
January 1, 2021 - November 6, 2025Co-founded the Ibifest film festival in Ibitinga, Brazil, fostering local and international filmmakers.
Jury at Bento Gonçalves Film Festival
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Served as part of the jury panel for the festival, evaluating and selecting outstanding films.
Editor at Criola Camera Studio
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Edited short films and fashion films, working closely with directors to realize their visions.
Video Assist & Editor at Karine Basilio Fashion Film Studio
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Provided editing support and video assistance for fashion film productions.
Boom Operator, Assistant Editor and Social Media at Sallva Films
January 1, 2017 - November 6, 2025Contributed to sound production and post-production tasks while managing social media presence.
Writer and Director at Independent Films
January 1, 2017 - November 7, 2025Wrote and directed multiple short films including 'Wings' and 'Red Like You'. Focused on storytelling, character development, and visual aesthetics.
Boom Operator at Noseeums (feature)
January 1, 2023 - November 7, 2025Handled audio capture on set, ensuring high-quality sound recording during filming.
Co-Founder at Ibifest
January 1, 2021 - November 7, 2025Co-founded a film festival in Brazil to promote independent films and encourage local filmmakers.
Boom Operator, Assistant Editor and Social Media at Sallva Films
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017Worked in various roles including sound and editing while managing social media outreach.
Boom Operator at Noseeums
January 1, 2023 - PresentWorked as a boom operator for the feature film 'Noseeums' ensuring high-quality sound recording during production.
Boom Operator, Assistant Editor and Social Media Manager at Sallva Films
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017Worked across various capacities on film projects, ensuring sound quality and aiding the editing process, while also managing the studio's social media presence.
Education
Master in Directing at College of Motion Picture Arts — Florida State University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024Major in Communications with a Minor in Film at Fundacao Armando Alvares Penteado
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019Filmmaking at New York Film Academy, Los Angeles
January 1, 2017 - January 29, 2017Screenwriting Conservatory at Academia Internacional de Cinema, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020Sound Program at Academia Internacional de Cinema, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021Directing Course at Academia Internacional de Cinema, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019Cinematography at Ateliê Bucareste, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019Directing Program at Instituto de Cinema, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Directing at Rio Cinema Digital, Rio de Janeiro
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Master in Directing at College of Motion Picture Arts — Florida State University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024Major in Communications with a Minor in Film at Fundacao Armando Alvares Penteado
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019Filmmaking at New York Film Academy, Los Angeles
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017Screenwriting Conservatory at Academia Internacional de Cinema, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020Sound Program at Academia Internacional de Cinema, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Directing Course at Academia Internacional de Cinema, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Cinematography at Ateliê Bucareste, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Directing Program at Instituto de Cinema, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018Directing at Rio Cinema Digital, Rio de Janeiro
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020Master in Directing at Florida State University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024Major in Communications with a Minor in Film at Fundacao Armando Alvares Penteado
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019Filmmaking at New York Film Academy
January 1, 2017 - January 28, 2017Screenwriting Conservatory at Academia Internacional de Cinema
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020Sound Program at Academia Internacional de Cinema
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Directing Course at Academia Internacional de Cinema
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Cinematography at Ateliê Bucareste
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Directing Program at Instituto de Cinema
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018Directing at Rio Cinema Digital
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020Qualifications
Best Director of Fantasy Film
November 6, 2018 - November 6, 2025At London Director's Awards
Best Fantasy Film
October 13, 2025 - November 6, 2025At the Mystic Film Festival
Best Fantasy Film
February 10, 2025 - November 6, 2025At the CENFLO film festival.
Best Foreign Film
June 24, 2019 - November 6, 2025Best Cinematography
November 6, 2025 - November 6, 2025Best Cinematography
November 6, 2025 - December 7, 2020Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education
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