I'm Maite López Galeano, a creative professional with over 20 years of experience in directing, editing, and producing audio-visual content. I specialize in advertising and storytelling, bringing a strong visual sensibility and a deep understanding of how to engage audiences through rhythm, tone, and emotion. As a Senior Editor and Director, I've led multidisciplinary teams through every stage of production—from concept development to postproduction—ensuring both creative excellence and operational efficiency. I’m passionate about blending artistic vision with strategic goals, adapting workflows to current trends while maintaining high technical standards. I thrive on leading complex campaigns, mentoring editors, and collaborating with directors, agencies, and brands across local and international markets. I have experience creating content for digital platforms and social media, and I know how to tailor narratives and formats to maximize engagement across different audiences and online environments.

Maite Lopez Galeano

I'm Maite López Galeano, a creative professional with over 20 years of experience in directing, editing, and producing audio-visual content. I specialize in advertising and storytelling, bringing a strong visual sensibility and a deep understanding of how to engage audiences through rhythm, tone, and emotion. As a Senior Editor and Director, I've led multidisciplinary teams through every stage of production—from concept development to postproduction—ensuring both creative excellence and operational efficiency. I’m passionate about blending artistic vision with strategic goals, adapting workflows to current trends while maintaining high technical standards. I thrive on leading complex campaigns, mentoring editors, and collaborating with directors, agencies, and brands across local and international markets. I have experience creating content for digital platforms and social media, and I know how to tailor narratives and formats to maximize engagement across different audiences and online environments.

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I’m Maite López Galeano, a creative professional with over 20 years of experience in directing, editing, and producing audio-visual content. I specialize in advertising and storytelling, bringing a strong visual sensibility and a deep understanding of how to engage audiences through rhythm, tone, and emotion.

As a Senior Editor and Director, I’ve led multidisciplinary teams through every stage of production—from concept development to postproduction—ensuring both creative excellence and operational efficiency. I’m passionate about blending artistic vision with strategic goals, adapting workflows to current trends while maintaining high technical standards. I thrive on leading complex campaigns, mentoring editors, and collaborating with directors, agencies, and brands across local and international markets. I have experience creating content for digital platforms and social media, and I know how to tailor narratives and formats to maximize engagement across different audiences and online environments.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Assistant Director, Video Editor at Kafka Films
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2007
Assistant Director and Video Editor on multiple projects; contributed to production workflows and post-production coordination.
Director (Advertising & Storytelling), Video Editor at Indias Films (Indias Filmica)
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009
Directed advertising and storytelling campaigns; edited video content for various clients.
Director (Advertising & Storytelling) at Paris Texas
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Directed advertising and storytelling campaigns.
Director (Advertising & Storytelling), Senior Video Editor at Bopost Boutique
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012
Led creative direction for ad campaigns and oversaw senior video editing.
Director (Advertising & Storytelling) at La Roux
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Directed advertising & storytelling content and contributed to edit workflows.
Director (Advertising & Storytelling) at Arbol Film
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025
Directed advertising & storytelling projects; led production teams.
Senior Video Editor at Hogarth
January 1, 2025 - Present
Senior Video Editor, leading editing workstreams for campaigns.
Head of AV at Ufilms.tv
January 1, 2025 - Present
Head of AV, leader of the editing team; supervised 9 editors; clients included Amazon, Paramount, Netflix and Pluto.
Filmmaker / Movie Director at Murdoc.tv
January 1, 2025 - Present
Filmmaker and movie director; currently developing a feature-length project.
Filmmaker / Movie Director at Murdoc
January 1, 2025 - Present
Filmmaker and movie director; currently in the process of making a long feature film. Website: murdoc.tv.
Senior Video Editor at Knife Cat Creative
January 1, 2024 - Present
Senior Video Editor providing end-to-end editing and production coordination for diverse client projects.
Director (Advertising & Storytelling) at Arbol Films
January 1, 2023 - Present
Directed advertising and storytelling campaigns; led cross-disciplinary teams through concept to delivery.
Director (Advertising & Storytelling) at Casta Diva
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2023
Directed advertising and storytelling projects; collaborated with clients and agencies.
Director (Advertising & Storytelling) / Senior Video Editor at Bopost Boutique
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012
Directed advertising content and managed senior editing duties within a boutique post-production environment.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Communication at Universidad Católica
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2004
Sitcom Writing and Production at Escuela de Cine del Uruguay
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003
Marketing Analyst at Universidad de la Empresa
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2000
Bachelor's Degree in Social Communication at Universidad Católica
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2004
Sitcom Writing and Production at Universidad de la Empresa
January 1, 2000 - February 17, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet