I am Esther Casas Roura, a film and video editor with 15+ years of experience across feature documentaries, short films, and branded content. I specialize in narrative pacing, color, and emotional tone, shaping cinematic stories that connect deeply with audiences. My award-winning short films have screened at Oscar-qualifying festivals and been shortlisted for the Goya Awards. I’ve led editing on Netflix projects, animated shorts, and documentary features, and I continue to collaborate with creatives across live events and branded campaigns to bring ideas to life.

ESTHER CASAS ROURA

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I am Esther Casas Roura, a film and video editor with 15+ years of experience across feature documentaries, short films, and branded content. I specialize in narrative pacing, color, and emotional tone, shaping cinematic stories that connect deeply with audiences. My award-winning short films have screened at Oscar-qualifying festivals and been shortlisted for the Goya Awards. I’ve led editing on Netflix projects, animated shorts, and documentary features, and I continue to collaborate with creatives across live events and branded campaigns to bring ideas to life.

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I am Esther Casas Roura, a film and video editor with 15+ years of experience across feature documentaries, short films, and branded content. I specialize in narrative pacing, color, and emotional tone, shaping cinematic stories that connect deeply with audiences.

My award-winning short films have screened at Oscar-qualifying festivals and been shortlisted for the Goya Awards. I’ve led editing on Netflix projects, animated shorts, and documentary features, and I continue to collaborate with creatives across live events and branded campaigns to bring ideas to life.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
English
Fluent
Catalan; Valencian
Advanced

Work Experience

Animation Director, Animator, Editor at Charged Studios
December 31, 2022 - October 14, 2025
Directed animation for 20+ commercials and branded content, overseeing visual direction, animation, and editing across multiple campaigns.
Animation Director, Animator, Editor at Josh Wood Productions
January 1, 2021 - Present
Directed large-scale multi-screen motion graphics projects, leading teams and delivering branded content.
Animation Director, Director at Hudson River Park Friends
January 1, 2023 - Present
Directed +12 branded content and promo videos as part of a collaboration era.
Lead Film Editor at Savoring Overtown
January 1, 2022 - Present
Lead Film Editor; Color and Sound mix for feature documentary.
Lead Film Editor at The Perfection of Giving
January 1, 2022 - Present
Lead Film Editor; Color and Sound mix for feature documentary.
Visual Effects Artist; Colorist and VFXs at Adam Green's Aladdin
January 1, 2016 - Present
Visual Effects artist; Colorist and VFXs for feature film (82 min).
Visual Effects Artist; Colorist and VFXs at The Life Guard
January 1, 2013 - Present
Visual Effects artist; Colorist and VFXs for feature film (86 min).
Director, Writer, Producer, Editor at Flocky
January 1, 2024 - Present
Narrative animated short (11 min). Selected at over 90 film festivals. Won 18 film awards.
Director, Writer, Producer, Editor at Creamen
January 1, 2013 - Present
Narrative animated short (12 min). Screened at over 100 film festivals. Won 12 film awards.
Director, Writer, Producer, Editor at Check date
January 1, 2008 - Present
Underdog love story narrative animated short (5 min). Premiered at Oscar-qualifying festival.
Writer, Director at TA O Feature Animated Film
January 1, 2025 - Present
Feature animated film (76 min) – in development.
Director, Animator at Claymaniak Studios
January 1, 2025 - Present
Directed and Animated over branded spots and video games.
Director, Writer, Producer, Editor at The Melody Within
December 31, 2024 - Present
Experimental animated short (10 min) – in development.
Lead Film Editor, Color & Sound Mix at The Fit Weekend (Netflix, 2025)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Feature Documentary (86 min) – Lead Film Editor, Color & Sound Mix
Editor at Flocky
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Narrative Animated Short (11 min) – Editor
Lead Film Editor, Color & Sound Mix at The Perfection of Giving
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Feature Documentary (80 min) – Lead Film Editor, Color & Sound Mix
Assistant Editor at Savoring Overtown
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Feature Documentary (80 min) – Assistant Editor
Editor at Creamen
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Narrative Animated Short (12 min) – Editor
Editor at Check Date
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Narrative Animated Short (5 min) – Editor
Visual Effects Artist & Colorist at Josh Wood Productions
January 1, 2021 - Present
VFX for live-event projections and branded installations (Pier 17, live events, campaigns)

Education

BS in Molecular Biology at University of Barcelona
June 16, 2000
After Effects Advanced Program at School of Visual Arts, New York
February 6, 2009 - February 27, 2009
After Effects proficiency knowledge achieved
Digital Advanced Compositing at School of Visual Arts (NY, USA)
January 1, 2006 - October 14, 2025
BS, Molecular Biology at University of Barcelona (Spain)
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2000
Sculpture, stone carving at School of Visual Arts (NY, USA)
January 1, 2005 - October 14, 2025
WIA Mentorship Circle: The Future Is Immersive, full-dome video editing at Hudson River Park Friends
January 1, 2023 - October 14, 2025
Digital Advanced Compositing at School of Visual Arts (NY, USA)
January 1, 2006 - October 14, 2025
BS, Molecular Biology at University of Barcelona (Spain)
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2000
Sculpture, stone carving at School of Visual Arts (NY, USA)
January 1, 2005 - October 14, 2025
BS in Molecular Biology at University of Barcelona
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2000
Digital Advanced Compositing / After Effects at School of Visual Arts (NY)
January 1, 2009 - December 3, 2025
Sculpture / Stone Carving at School of Visual Arts (NY)
January 1, 2008 - December 3, 2025
Catalan Film Academy Script Residency at Catalan Film Academy
January 1, 2025 - December 3, 2025

Qualifications

Film Director and Producer
January 7, 2011 - October 5, 2023
Proficiency in directing, producing, and editing animated films, commercials, and various video content, specializing in animation, motion graphics, and post-production tasks
Creative Director
December 7, 2012 - October 5, 2023
As a Creative Director, I take charge in shaping the visual narrative of a project, ensuring that it aligns perfectly with my unique artistic vision. From the initial stages of pre-production to the final touches in post-production, I maintain a meticulous focus on consistency, ensuring that every frame resonates with the intended aesthetic. This hands-on approach allows me to not only lead the creative process but also to infuse each project with my distinctive style and perspective, resulting in a cohesive and impactful visual experience for the audience.
Jury member
January 1, 2015 - October 14, 2025
Advanced Scriptwriting Workshop
January 1, 2014 - October 14, 2025
Screenwriting Workshop
January 1, 2022 - October 14, 2025
Catalan Film Academy Script Residency
January 1, 2025 - October 14, 2025
Advanced Scriptwriting Workshop
January 1, 2014 - October 14, 2025
WIA Mentorship Circle: The Future Is Immersive
January 1, 2023 - October 14, 2025
Catalan Film Academy Script Residency
January 1, 2025 - October 14, 2025
Jury member, FILMETS International Film Festival, Spain
January 1, 2015 - October 14, 2025
Master class 'How to distribute your short film'
January 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Master class 'How to be successful in film crowdfunding'
January 1, 2013 - October 14, 2025
Catalan Film Academy Script Residency
January 11, 2030 - December 3, 2025
WIA Mentorship: The Future Is Immersive
January 1, 2023 - December 3, 2025
Jury Member, FILMETS International Film Festival
January 1, 2015 - December 3, 2025
Scriptwriting Award, Mediterranean Film Institute
January 1, 2014 - December 3, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
    uniE608 trailer Savoring Overtown
    A journey from Harlem to Miami’s Overtown, where chef Marcus Samuelsson seeks to rebuild community and celebrate Black culture through food, history, and connection.
    uniE608 NY FW, biometric data
    Created biometric data to be shown in several footage video from the New York Fashion Week in 2016
    uniE608 Wedding_registry at Bed_Bath_&_beyond
    Video for the new launched Bed_Bath_&_beyond's Wedding registry.
    uniE608 Jane meets Janie commercial
    Directed the concept and animation for the commercial of Jane meets Janie brand, showcasing their new line of linen sheets
    uniE608 Jo couture for Waterford promotional video
    promotional video for Waterford brand showcasing the work form one of the creatives, Jo couture. I directed the animation and the creative expression of this whole video concept.
    uniE608 Rebecca Minkoff's Christmas Campaign
    Directed all aspects of this project from pre-production to post-production.
    uniE608 Reel showcasing my skills as Film Director and Producer
    director for short animated film "Creamen", which was selected in more than 100 film festivals won many film international awards: https://vimeo.com/116983527 produced all commercials showcased in this reel edited this reel and all the videos shown here