Mariana Mendoza

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Hi, I’m Mariana Mendoza, a communications and photography professional with experience across photojournalism, postproduction, and content strategy.

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Hi, I’m Mariana Mendoza, a communications and photography professional with experience across photojournalism, postproduction, and content strategy. I’ve led recruitment initiatives onboarding 100+ photographers in six months, managed photography operations across major venues, and developed retention programs that reduced attrition. I thrive on storytelling through visuals and collaborative projects that deliver high-quality content for media, events, and digital platforms.

I’m fluent in Spanish and English, with additional Italian and Dutch, and I enjoy mentoring teams, building onboarding and training programs, and coordinating cross-disciplinary projects. My approach blends creative vision with practical workflows to ensure timely, compelling media that resonates with audiences.

  • Joined October 2025

Languages

  • Spanish; CastilianFluent
  • EnglishFluent
  • ItalianFluent
  • DutchFluent
  • SwedishBeginner

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Education

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Projects · 1

Editorial Photoshoot in cooperation with N/J Space and American stylist Madison Zuch.

Ballerina Off Duty
  • Photographer

Work experience· 12 roles

Venue Manager · SmileRiDec 2023 – Dec 2023 · 1 mo

Led and coordinated photographers at high-profile venues (e.g., Artis, Heineken Experience, Beatrix Theater, Circus Theater). Managed operations, team leadership, and customer experience optimization across strategic partnerships.

Engagement & Retention Specialist · MILERJan 2023 – Jan 2023 · 1 mo

Led a recruitment initiative onboarding 100+ photographers in six months. Boosted contributor activity by 40% through engagement programs. Reduced photographer attrition by 25% with targeted retention strategies.

Team Lead Photographer · Venue (Artis, Heineken, Beatrix Theater)Jan 2022 – Jan 2022 · 1 mo

Executed and supervised +3200 photoshoots for walk-in visitors and booked clients. Developed fast-track training programs that increased venue revenue and sales conversion. Oversaw quality control, scheduling, and team collaboration.

Venue Manager · Artis; Heineken Experience; Beatrix TheaterJan 2022 – Jan 2023 · 1 yr 1 mo
Photographer · Lucca Comics & GamesDec 2021 – Dec 2021 · 1 mo
Photography & Postproduction Associate · LUCCA CREA: Lucca Comics & GamesJan 2021 – Jan 2021 · 1 mo
Freelance - Communications, PR & Content · FreelanceJan 2019 – Jan 2022 · 3 yrs 1 mo
Journalist · El TeatroDec 2018 – Dec 2018 · 1 mo

Education· 8

Bachelor's Degree in Communications, specialized in Journalism · Andrés Bello Catholic University2012 – 2017
Bachelor's Degree in Social Communication + 2 years of Journalism specialization · Universidad Católica Andrés Bello (Caracas, Venezuela)2012 – 2017
Documentary Photography · Parnassos Cultuur Centrum, Universiteit Utrecht2018
Documentary 1, 2 and 3 · Roberto Mata School of Photography (Caracas, Venezuela)2016 – 2017

Certifications and awards· 6

Press Jury Member2021
Distintas Latitudes Journalists Network Member2017
Workshop Facilitator2014 – 2016
Honorable Mention - International Tale Writing Contest2022

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