Caro is a Visual Storyteller & Mobility Advocate based in Santa Monica, CA. Through her extensive knowledge of video editing and storytelling, she has worked on campaigns for clients including Paramount Studios, Netflix, DreamWorks, LA28, and Sony. Living car-free in Los Angeles, she developed a drive for mobility advocacy and the many issues it intersects with. She now utilizes her skills to amplify the messages of local advocacy organizations such as Streets For All, Santa Monica's Big Blue Bus, and others. Her background in marketing now allows her to work on social media campaigns for brands whose mission aligns with her passion for safe streets, including Lumos helmets and Wombi. Caro is determined to use her skills to promote messages of equity, accessibility, and inclusivity.

Caro Vilain

Caro is a Visual Storyteller & Mobility Advocate based in Santa Monica, CA. Through her extensive knowledge of video editing and storytelling, she has worked on campaigns for clients including Paramount Studios, Netflix, DreamWorks, LA28, and Sony. Living car-free in Los Angeles, she developed a drive for mobility advocacy and the many issues it intersects with. She now utilizes her skills to amplify the messages of local advocacy organizations such as Streets For All, Santa Monica's Big Blue Bus, and others. Her background in marketing now allows her to work on social media campaigns for brands whose mission aligns with her passion for safe streets, including Lumos helmets and Wombi. Caro is determined to use her skills to promote messages of equity, accessibility, and inclusivity.

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Caro is a Visual Storyteller & Mobility Advocate based in Santa Monica, CA. Through her extensive knowledge of video editing and storytelling, she has worked on campaigns for clients including Paramount Studios, Netflix, DreamWorks, LA28, and Sony.

Living car-free in Los Angeles, she developed a drive for mobility advocacy and the many issues it intersects with. She now utilizes her skills to amplify the messages of local advocacy organizations such as Streets For All, Santa Monica’s Big Blue Bus, and others.

Her background in marketing now allows her to work on social media campaigns for brands whose mission aligns with her passion for safe streets, including Lumos helmets and Wombi.

Caro is determined to use her skills to promote messages of equity, accessibility, and inclusivity.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Work Experience

Experience Director of Post-Production at Evolution LA
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2026
Led post-production for high-profile, short-form content for premier studios including Paramount, Disney, Netflix, Sony, and Amazon; spearheaded virtual press junkets; cultivated and managed client relationships; mentored junior editors and established standardized editing protocols to increase efficiency and creative output.
Editor & Creative at Freelance
January 1, 2016 - Present
Execute end-to-end video production across a diverse portfolio including award-winning narrative films, political campaigns, and PSAs; develop targeted social campaigns for community organizations; provide comprehensive post-production services (color grading, sound mixing, graphic design); collaborate with public agencies to produce educational and promotional media.
Video Producer & Designer at Santa Monica College
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Produced and directed original video content highlighting sustainability initiatives; designed multi-platform visual assets including motion graphics and static designs to drive student engagement; managed all production phases from concept and storyboarding to final delivery, aligned with departmental goals.
Director of Post-Production at Evolution LA
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2026
Led post-production for high-profile short-form content for premier studios including Paramount, Disney, Netflix, Sony, and Amazon. Spearheaded production of virtual press junkets, ensuring seamless delivery for a variety of studios. Cultivated and managed key client relationships, consistently delivering assets that met rigorous brand standards for both global entertainment entities and smaller organizations. Mentored and trained junior editors, establishing standardized editing protocols that increased team efficiency and creative output.

Education

Associate’s Degree in Digital Media & Film Production at Santa Monica College
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
3D Rendering Certificate at Santa Monica College
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
A.S. Board of Directors Certificate of Appreciation at Santa Monica College
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
Avid Media Composer & Final Cut Pro Editing Courses at School of Visual Arts (SVA)
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Information & Communication Program at Paul Verlaine University, Metz
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Baccalaureate in Literature, with High Honors at Longwy, France
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010
Digital Media & Film Production Associate’s Degrees at Santa Monica College
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018
3D Rendering Certificate at Santa Monica College
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018
A.S. Board of Directors Certificate of Appreciation for videos created for Santa Monica College at Santa Monica College
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
Avid Media Composer & Final Cut Pro Editing courses at School of Visual Arts (SVA)
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Information & Communication Program at Paul Verlaine University, Metz, France
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Baccalaureate in Literature, with High Honors at Longwy, France
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Digital Media & Film Production Associate’s Degrees at Santa Monica College
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
3D Rendering Certificate at Santa Monica College
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
Certificate of Appreciation (A.S. Board of Directors) for videos created for Santa Monica College at Santa Monica College
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
Avid Media Composer & Final Cut Pro Editing courses at School of Visual Arts (SVA)
January 1, 2012 - May 22, 2026
Baccalaureate in Information & Communication Program at Paul Verlaine University, Metz, France
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

Board of Directors Certificate of Appreciation
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
A.S. Board of Directors Certificate of Appreciation for videos created for Santa Monica College
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
Certificate of Appreciation
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
Avid Media Composer & Final Cut Pro Editing Courses
January 1, 2012 - May 22, 2026
Baccalaureate in Information & Communication Program
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
3D Rendering Certificate
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026
Certificate of Appreciation (A.S. Board of Directors) for Santa Monica College videos
January 11, 2030 - May 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Professional Services