I’m a filmmaker and videographer based in Portugal, creating cinematic stories for brands, businesses, and creators whose vision influences the way people live, feel, grow, and connect with the world around them. My work focuses on authentic storytelling, emotional atmosphere, and visually strong films that help people feel something real, not just consume content. I’m especially drawn to projects connected to human development, emotional wellbeing, nature, adventure, craftsmanship, meaningful experiences, and businesses that create deeper connection between people and life itself. What differentiates me is the way I observe emotion, movement, energy, and small details that often stay unnoticed. I create films that feel calm, immersive, honest, and human, while still carrying a premium cinematic quality. From storytelling and filming to editing and sound design, I focus on creating content that builds emotional connection, trust, and lasting impression.

Maria Steppe

I’m a filmmaker and videographer based in Portugal, creating cinematic stories for brands, businesses, and creators whose vision influences the way people live, feel, grow, and connect with the world around them. My work focuses on authentic storytelling, emotional atmosphere, and visually strong films that help people feel something real, not just consume content. I’m especially drawn to projects connected to human development, emotional wellbeing, nature, adventure, craftsmanship, meaningful experiences, and businesses that create deeper connection between people and life itself. What differentiates me is the way I observe emotion, movement, energy, and small details that often stay unnoticed. I create films that feel calm, immersive, honest, and human, while still carrying a premium cinematic quality. From storytelling and filming to editing and sound design, I focus on creating content that builds emotional connection, trust, and lasting impression.

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I’m a filmmaker and videographer based in Portugal, creating cinematic stories for brands, businesses, and creators whose vision influences the way people live, feel, grow, and connect with the world around them.

My work focuses on authentic storytelling, emotional atmosphere, and visually strong films that help people feel something real, not just consume content.

I’m especially drawn to projects connected to human development, emotional wellbeing, nature, adventure, craftsmanship, meaningful experiences, and businesses that create deeper connection between people and life itself.

What differentiates me is the way I observe emotion, movement, energy, and small details that often stay unnoticed. I create films that feel calm, immersive, honest, and human, while still carrying a premium cinematic quality.

From storytelling and filming to editing and sound design, I focus on creating content that builds emotional connection, trust, and lasting impression.

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Language

English
Fluent
Russian
Fluent

Work Experience

Product Manager at Mercedes-Benz, Swapcard, Redcloud
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2026
Freelance Media Creator (Video, Photo) at Wonderveld Pictures
January 1, 2025 - Present

Education

Bachelor’s in Computer Science at Russian State Social University
October 1, 2013 - May 30, 2018

Qualifications

Marketing 5.0
October 29, 2025 - December 30, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment