I'm an independent filmmaker and photographer based in Berlin, with a diverse background in advertising photography, cinema direction, and post-production. I specialize in interpreting and creating films for advertising, digital content, cinema, and documentary formats, including set design, lighting, and directing actors. I focus on practical, proactive problem-solving, fast decision-making, and bringing positive energy to every project. I stay calm under pressure and strive for high-quality visuals and efficient collaboration.

Benjamin Silva

I'm an independent filmmaker and photographer based in Berlin, with a diverse background in advertising photography, cinema direction, and post-production. I specialize in interpreting and creating films for advertising, digital content, cinema, and documentary formats, including set design, lighting, and directing actors. I focus on practical, proactive problem-solving, fast decision-making, and bringing positive energy to every project. I stay calm under pressure and strive for high-quality visuals and efficient collaboration.

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I’m an independent filmmaker and photographer based in Berlin, with a diverse background in advertising photography, cinema direction, and post-production. I specialize in interpreting and creating films for advertising, digital content, cinema, and documentary formats, including set design, lighting, and directing actors. I focus on practical, proactive problem-solving, fast decision-making, and bringing positive energy to every project. I stay calm under pressure and strive for high-quality visuals and efficient collaboration.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
German
Fluent

Work Experience

Director of Photography at Vision
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016
Photographer and photography editing.
Field Producer at Ruptly
October 1, 2022 - December 1, 2023
Realization, production, editing of visual content. Commercial photography and direction of digital content for advertising.
Producer / Video Editor at International News Agency
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2022
Produced, filmed and edited videos for an international news agency with exclusive productions broadcast worldwide. Included digital retouching, lighting and camera work.
Director of Photography at We Cook Films - Uruguay; Yukoh Films - Uruguay; RQM Media - Uruguay
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Directed photography for multiple projects including Al Morir la Matinee, Buenos Aires Rojo Sangre, Auténtico, Criollo and Fiesta Ibiriu.

Education

Bachelor at Escuela de Cine del Uruguay (ECU)
September 10, 2024 - September 11, 2021
Cinematographer and Director
Cinematograher at ECU
September 11, 2020 - September 30, 2020
Film School at ECU - Uruguay Film School
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008

Qualifications

Cinematographer
September 13, 2017 - September 18, 2019
Best Director of Photography
January 1, 2021 - March 26, 2026

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Other