Maria Ivanova
Maria Ivanova began her career in 2010 as an actress at the independent theater Play in Sofia.
About
Maria Ivanova began her career in 2010 as an actress at the independent theater Play in Sofia. In 2015, she moved to the United Kingdom to study Media Production at Coventry University, graduating with honors in 2018, specializing in fiction and documentary film. During her studies, she gained practical skills in filmmaking, television and radio broadcasting, podcasting, and photography.
Shortly after, she continued her education in Russia, first at the preparatory faculty of the St. Petersburg State Institute of Cinema and TV, completing a course in dramaturgy and screenwriting at Lenfilm, and then at the Russian State Institute of Cinematography (VGIK), specializing in Film and TV Directing, graduating with honors in 2024.
Throughout her studies, Maria combined academic work with hands-on experience, creating her own short films and participating in major projects and internships. Her short films have been screened at international festivals, earning recognition for their creativity and storytelling. Confident and enthusiastic, Maria is a dedicated professional in the film, media, and theatre industries.
- 4 years' experience
- Joined January 2026
Skills· 13
Languages
- BulgarianFluent
- RussianAdvanced
- EnglishAdvanced
- Spanish; CastilianIntermediate
Industry experience
- Media & Entertainment
- Education
- Professional Services
- Other
- Non-Profit Organization
Work experience· 36 roles
Supported the director on a feature film, assisting with on-set coordination, scheduling, and logistics.
Provided on-set assistance, coordination, and logistical support on the feature film Chamkoria.
First assistant director on a short film, overseeing production logistics and on-set management.
Education· 15
Certifications and awards
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