Born, raised, and educated mostly in Latin America, I am a science communications professional who loves turning complex ideas into engaging stories through film, video, and clear visuals. Spanish is my first language and I am fluent in English; I also have basic French. I have produced and directed projects such as the Coco Island & Galapagos Expedition documentary and international corporate videos, and I am eager to collaborate on initiatives that advance knowledge and positive impact.

Roy Prendas

Born, raised, and educated mostly in Latin America, I am a science communications professional who loves turning complex ideas into engaging stories through film, video, and clear visuals. Spanish is my first language and I am fluent in English; I also have basic French. I have produced and directed projects such as the Coco Island & Galapagos Expedition documentary and international corporate videos, and I am eager to collaborate on initiatives that advance knowledge and positive impact.

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Born, raised, and educated mostly in Latin America, I am a science communications professional who loves turning complex ideas into engaging stories through film, video, and clear visuals.

Spanish is my first language and I am fluent in English; I also have basic French. I have produced and directed projects such as the Coco Island & Galapagos Expedition documentary and international corporate videos, and I am eager to collaborate on initiatives that advance knowledge and positive impact.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Corporate Video Producer at Migra Mar
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Produced Migra Mar’s corporate video in English and Spanish from raw video material recorded by its marine researchers from Baja California to Chile.
Producer & Director of the Science Communications Short Documentary at Migra Mar
May 1, 2021 - June 30, 2021
Produced, directed, and edited the short documentary of the 2021 Coco Island & Galapagos Expedition, part of a campaign to expand 30x30 marine protected areas in Colombia, Ecuador, Panama, and Costa Rica; mentored a marine biology student on the expedition.
International Exchange Student at AFSI intercultural Programs
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1996
International Exchange Student; studied communications of science at national, regional and international levels; documentary film and video production; experience in public and international relations; group management; project leader; skilled presenter.
Entrepreneur, Founder at Oliva Films
January 1, 2008 - Present
Entrepreneur, founder of Oliva Films; produced nature documentaries and short films including 'Our Story of Survival' and contributed to international film festivals.

Education

Master's degree in Science Communication at University of Costa Rica
January 11, 2030 - November 29, 2025
Bachelor's degree in English at University of Costa Rica
January 11, 2030 - November 29, 2025

Qualifications

Best Amateur Production Award
January 11, 2030 - November 29, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services