After completing advertising school, I began my professional audiovisual career as an independent photographer specializing in portraiture and working with institutional clients. Over time, I transitioned to roles as a camera operator and editor, contributing to short fiction, advertising, and documentary films, while simultaneously teaching languages at a private institute. This diverse experience led to a pivotal opportunity: combining my passion for teaching with my love for visual storytelling as IB Film Assistant Teacher and AV Technician at Markham College. This role was transformative, allowing me to refine my managing and production skills, enhance my classroom experience, and benefit from formal pedagogical training at a leading British university. In 2023, eager to deepen my understanding of film theory and supported by a scholarship from the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, I pursued a Master’s programme in Cinéma et Audiovisuel at Aix-Marseille Université, which I have just completed. My Master’s thesis on Andean cinema representations was graded 16/20. Hereafter, I intend to further this journey in audiovisual practice, research, and education.

Jorge Morales Avendaño

After completing advertising school, I began my professional audiovisual career as an independent photographer specializing in portraiture and working with institutional clients. Over time, I transitioned to roles as a camera operator and editor, contributing to short fiction, advertising, and documentary films, while simultaneously teaching languages at a private institute. This diverse experience led to a pivotal opportunity: combining my passion for teaching with my love for visual storytelling as IB Film Assistant Teacher and AV Technician at Markham College. This role was transformative, allowing me to refine my managing and production skills, enhance my classroom experience, and benefit from formal pedagogical training at a leading British university. In 2023, eager to deepen my understanding of film theory and supported by a scholarship from the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, I pursued a Master’s programme in Cinéma et Audiovisuel at Aix-Marseille Université, which I have just completed. My Master’s thesis on Andean cinema representations was graded 16/20. Hereafter, I intend to further this journey in audiovisual practice, research, and education.

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After completing advertising school, I began my professional audiovisual career as an independent photographer specializing in portraiture and working with institutional clients. Over time, I transitioned to roles as a camera operator and editor, contributing to short fiction, advertising, and documentary films, while simultaneously teaching languages at a private institute.

This diverse experience led to a pivotal opportunity: combining my passion for teaching with my love for visual storytelling as IB Film Assistant Teacher and AV Technician at Markham College. This role was transformative, allowing me to refine my managing and production skills, enhance my classroom experience, and benefit from formal pedagogical training at a leading British university. In 2023, eager to deepen my understanding of film theory and supported by a scholarship from the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, I pursued a Master’s programme in Cinéma et Audiovisuel at Aix-Marseille Université, which I have just completed. My Master’s thesis on Andean cinema representations was graded 16/20. Hereafter, I intend to further this journey in audiovisual practice, research, and education.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Assistant Film Teacher at Markham College
August 1, 2017 - August 1, 2023
Planned and delivered the Film course as part of the IB Diploma Programme, taught film theory and production, supported students in reading and contextualising film, and guided them through diverse production roles.
Audio-Visual Technician at Markham College
August 1, 2017 - August 1, 2023
Managed two production units for the IB Film course, oversaw audio production, recording equipment and related activities; maintained and procured gear including cinema rigs, lenses, DSLR cameras, camcorders, lighting, mics, editing suites; handled budget management and equipment acquisitions.
Freelance Operator at Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) / Various Clients
March 1, 2015 - April 1, 2018
Independent operator for international media; covered environmental stories (deforestation in the Amazon) and contributed as a local production assistant on field shoots.
Local Production Assistant at Wired Magazine (New York) / Chasing the Illegal Loggers
June 1, 2016 - June 30, 2016
On-the-ground assistance for a feature on illegal logging in the Amazon (Loreto region).
Local Production Assistant at WILD Art Films (Vienna)
September 1, 2017 - September 30, 2017
Support on location for shoots in Peru (Green, Green, Green) across Huánuco and Loreto.
Cameraman at DocDays Productions (Berlin)
April 1, 2018 - April 1, 2018
Cameraman on set for the project Madre de Dios (Uncontacted).
Communications Consultant at RMP Gastronómica / LUNDU Centro de Estudios y Promoción Afroperuanos
March 1, 2015 - July 20, 2016
PR strategy, event coordination, audiovisual production and editing, archival curation, creative writing, social media management, and cultural promotion with a hospitality focus.
French and English Teacher at Le Cordon Bleu Peru
November 1, 2012 - August 1, 2014
Culinary French course instruction for the Cuisine, Gastronomy & Culinary Arts programs; elementary to advanced English courses for Bar & Mixology and Tourism Management programs.
Photo Studio Manager at Studio PixeliKa
November 1, 2010 - May 1, 2012
Art direction, production coordination and client liaison for institutional, corporate and business clients.
Copywriter and Videographer at Magazine Oveja Negra
November 1, 2010 - May 1, 2012
Wrote and produced audiovisual content for the magazine's website, including media, events, press conferences and interviews.

Education

Master Cinéma et Audiovisuel at Aix-Marseille Université
January 1, 2023 - November 1, 2025
Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) at University of Nottingham
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor in Communications at Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
Diploma Competencias para la Dirección de Personas at ISIL Educación Ejecutiva
January 1, 2015 - December 29, 2025
Film (Cat.1) Workshop at IBO
January 1, 2018 - December 29, 2025
Child Protection for International Schools at TES / EduCare
January 1, 2023 - December 29, 2025

Qualifications

Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025
Child Protection for International Schools
January 1, 2023 - December 29, 2025
Diploma Competencias para la Dirección de Personas
January 1, 2015 - December 29, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services