๐Ÿ“ธ Videographer & Photographer | Visual Storyteller I create high-quality visual stories that feel natural, authentic, and are built to attract the right audience - the people who matter most to your brand or message. My work captures genuine emotion and connects with viewers on a deeper level. ๐ŸŽฏ What I Do โ†’ End-to-end production: concept, shoot, and delivery โ†’ Strategic content creation: beyond storytelling, I optimise every piece for search, reach, and strategic influence so your content doesn't just look good, it performs โ†’ Full production capabilities: professional camera, lighting, sound, and post-production to bring your vision to life โ†’ Formats: short-form content, long-form video, photography, and marketing materials ๐Ÿค How I Work Before I pick up a camera, I invest time in understanding you โ€” what story you want to tell, what emotions you want to evoke, and what your key objectives are. This people-first, collaborative process ensures the final product truly reflects your vision. ๐ŸŒ My Background My journey into visual storytelling began through travel. Over 8 years I've explored 26 countries and lived in 3. Those experiences ignited my passion for capturing moments that inspire. I worked in software development and product management for almost 8 years, which means I combine creative instinct with a strategic, analytical mindset that most creatives simply don't have. ๐Ÿ“‚ Portfolio: instagram.com/wndrvldโ€ฆ

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๐Ÿ“ธ Videographer & Photographer | Visual Storyteller I create high-quality visual stories that feel natural, authentic, and are built to attract the right audience - the people who matter most to your brand or message. My work captures genuine emotion and connects with viewers on a deeper level. ๐ŸŽฏ What I Do โ†’ End-to-end production: concept, shoot, and delivery โ†’ Strategic content creation: beyond storytelling, I optimise every piece for search, reach, and strategic influence so your content doesn't just look good, it performs โ†’ Full production capabilities: professional camera, lighting, sound, and post-production to bring your vision to life โ†’ Formats: short-form content, long-form video, photography, and marketing materials ๐Ÿค How I Work Before I pick up a camera, I invest time in understanding you โ€” what story you want to tell, what emotions you want to evoke, and what your key objectives are. This people-first, collaborative process ensures the final product truly reflects your vision. ๐ŸŒ My Background My journey into visual storytelling began through travel. Over 8 years I've explored 26 countries and lived in 3. Those experiences ignited my passion for capturing moments that inspire. I worked in software development and product management for almost 8 years, which means I combine creative instinct with a strategic, analytical mindset that most creatives simply don't have. ๐Ÿ“‚ Portfolio: instagram.com/wndrvldโ€ฆ

Next availability:
March 30, 2026

๐Ÿ“ธ Videographer & Photographer | Visual Storyteller
I create high-quality visual stories that feel natural, authentic, and are built to attract the right audience - the people who matter most to your brand or message. My work captures genuine emotion and connects with viewers on a deeper level.

๐ŸŽฏ What I Do

โ†’ End-to-end production: concept, shoot, and delivery
โ†’ Strategic content creation: beyond storytelling, I optimise every piece for search, reach, and strategic influence so your content doesnโ€™t just look good, it performs
โ†’ Full production capabilities: professional camera, lighting, sound, and post-production to bring your vision to life
โ†’ Formats: short-form content, long-form video, photography, and marketing materials

๐Ÿค How I Work
Before I pick up a camera, I invest time in understanding you โ€” what story you want to tell, what emotions you want to evoke, and what your key objectives are. This people-first, collaborative process ensures the final product truly reflects your vision.

๐ŸŒ My Background
My journey into visual storytelling began through travel. Over 8 years Iโ€™ve explored 26 countries and lived in 3. Those experiences ignited my passion for capturing moments that inspire. I worked in software development and product management for almost 8 years, which means I combine creative instinct with a strategic, analytical mindset that most creatives simply donโ€™t have.

๐Ÿ“‚ Portfolio: instagram.com/wndrvld

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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

Bachelorโ€™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
    paper Social Media for Wellness Business In Portugal: Horse-Assisted Coaching in Portugal

    PROJECT OVERVIEW
    Client: Cavalo Feliz - Horse-Assisted Coaching Retreat
    Location: Encarnaรงรฃo, Portugal
    Founder: Elke Schatzdorfer-Reiter
    Industry: Wellness Retreats, Equine-Assisted Coaching
    Project Type: Complete Brand Film Package

    Cavalo Feliz is a heart-led horse retreat offering MindMirrorยฎ horse-assisted coaching for personal growth and inner healing. Founded by Elke, an Austrian physiotherapist and certified coach with 50+ years of horse experience, the retreat needed to:

    โ†’ Communicate the transformative nature of their horse-assisted coaching
    โ†’ Attract international guests seeking authentic healing experiences
    โ†’ Showcase the peaceful Portuguese countryside setting
    โ†’ Build trust with potential guests unfamiliar with equine therapy
    โ†’ Stand out in the wellness retreat market

    The deeper need: How do you capture something as intangible as โ€œhealing through presence with horsesโ€ on film?

    APPROACH
    Rather than creating a promotional video about the retreat, we focused on authentic human experience. We followed Victoria, a guest from Germany, through her actual coaching journeyโ€”capturing real moments of connection, vulnerability, and discovery.

    WHAT I DELIVERED

    Video Content:
    โœ“ Long-form brand documentary (8+ minutes) - Published on YouTube
    โœ“ Short-form vertical videos (3-5 Reels for Instagram)
    โœ“ Behind-the-scenes content for Stories
    Photography:
    โœ“ 20+ professional photographs including (Horses and retreat landscape, Coaching sessions in action, Portraits of Elke and guests, Detailed shots of the property)

    Platform Optimization:
    โœ“ YouTube-optimized long-form storytelling
    โœ“ Instagram Reels for organic reach
    โœ“ Social media assets for ongoing marketing

    PROJECT GALLERY
    Watch the Full Film โ†’
    Photos โ†’ https://www.wonderveld.com/blog/cavalo-feliz
    Instagram Reels โ†’