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.
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.
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.

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