My name is Pamela Ozcariz. Im a professional photographer from Mexico. I studied a Master of Fine Arts in Film and Cinema Studies in CUNY City College of New York City, I currently live and am working in Madrid, Spain. I have experience writing, editing, producing and directing films, as well as shooting and editing analogue and digital photography.

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My name is Pamela Ozcariz. Im a professional photographer from Mexico. I studied a Master of Fine Arts in Film and Cinema Studies in CUNY City College of New York City, I currently live and am working in Madrid, Spain. I have experience writing, editing, producing and directing films, as well as shooting and editing analogue and digital photography.

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My name is Pamela Ozcariz. Im a professional photographer from Mexico. I studied a Master of Fine Arts in Film and Cinema Studies in CUNY City College of New York City,
I currently live and am working in Madrid, Spain.

I have experience writing, editing, producing and directing films, as well as shooting and editing analogue and digital photography.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Writer, Producer and Director - 'Hard of Hearing' (short film) at CUNY
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Led all stages of production from concept to final edit, developing a deeply sensory and personal narrative. Directed cast and crew with a focus on emotional authenticity and visual storytelling. Managed post-production editing, sound, and color grading using Premiere Pro and Final Cut. Presented the short in academic screenings and festivals highlighting inclusive storytelling.
Director of Photography at Instituto Polimoda
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Designed the visual language of the film in alignment with fashion and luxury aesthetics. Operated analog and digital cameras to capture atmospheric, brand-aligned visuals. Collaborated with a multidisciplinary creative team in Florence and Milan. Delivered a polished final cut under tight deadlines, balancing art direction and technical execution.
Assistant for children and teenagers with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) at CLIMA
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Art therapy work and organizing group dynamics. Supported licensed therapists in individual and group sessions focused on emotional expression. Led creative workshops using drawing and movement as communication tools. Helped design activities adapted to neurodiverse needs and sensory processing. Contributed observational feedback for progress tracking and behavioral strategies.
Writer, Producer and Director at Hard of Hearing (CUNY)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Led all stages of production from concept to final edit, developing a deeply sensory and personal narrative; directed cast and crew with a focus on emotional authenticity and visual storytelling; managed post-production editing, sound, and color grading using Premiere Pro and Final Cut; presented the short in academic screenings and festivals highlighting inclusive storytelling.
Director of Photography at Rizoma (Instituto Polimoda)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Designed the visual language of the film in alignment with fashion and luxury aesthetics; operated analog and digital cameras to capture atmospheric, brand-aligned visuals; collaborated with a multidisciplinary creative team in Florence and Milan; delivered a polished final cut under tight deadlines, balancing art direction and technical execution.
Assistant at CLIMA
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Art therapy work and organizing group dynamics; supported licensed therapists in individual and group sessions focused on emotional expression; led creative workshops using drawing and movement as communication tools; helped design activities adapted to neurodiverse needs and sensory processing; contributed observational feedback for progress tracking and behavioral strategies.
Writer, Producer and Director of Hard of Hearing short film at CUNY
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Led all stages of production from concept to final edit, developing a deeply sensory and personal narrative. Directed cast and crew with a focus on emotional authenticity and visual storytelling. Managed post-production editing, sound, and color grading using Premiere Pro and Final Cut. Presented the short in academic screenings and festivals highlighting inclusive storytelling.

Education

Master’s Degree in Film at City College New York - CUNY
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology at Universidad Iberoamericana
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020
Master’s Degree at City College New York - CUNY
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor’s Degree at Universidad Iberoamericana
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
Master’s Degree in Film at City College New York - CUNY
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology at Universidad Iberoamericana
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

Wrote, produced and directed a short film shortlisted by the National Board Review
May 27, 2024 - June 27, 2024

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare, Professional Services, Other
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    Professional photographer with more than 10 years of experience. All pictures taken and edited by me.