I'm Adelina Vancea, a camera-focused filmmaker with a proven history in television and film. I excel at keeping up with fast-paced shoots, balancing on-set roles with studio tasks, and bringing a calm, detail-oriented approach to every project. I thrive on collaboration and continuously seek opportunities to grow my craft across both set and post-production environments. I earned a BA in Cinematography and Media Production from Babeș-Bolyai University in Cluj-Napoca and have built a versatile toolkit—from camera operation and data management to video editing and color correction. I’m currently freelancing and eager to collaborate on diverse projects worldwide.

Adelina Vancea

I'm Adelina Vancea, a camera-focused filmmaker with a proven history in television and film. I excel at keeping up with fast-paced shoots, balancing on-set roles with studio tasks, and bringing a calm, detail-oriented approach to every project. I thrive on collaboration and continuously seek opportunities to grow my craft across both set and post-production environments. I earned a BA in Cinematography and Media Production from Babeș-Bolyai University in Cluj-Napoca and have built a versatile toolkit—from camera operation and data management to video editing and color correction. I’m currently freelancing and eager to collaborate on diverse projects worldwide.

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I’m Adelina Vancea, a camera-focused filmmaker with a proven history in television and film. I excel at keeping up with fast-paced shoots, balancing on-set roles with studio tasks, and bringing a calm, detail-oriented approach to every project. I thrive on collaboration and continuously seek opportunities to grow my craft across both set and post-production environments.

I earned a BA in Cinematography and Media Production from Babeș-Bolyai University in Cluj-Napoca and have built a versatile toolkit—from camera operation and data management to video editing and color correction. I’m currently freelancing and eager to collaborate on diverse projects worldwide.

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Language

Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
English
Fluent
Japanese
Intermediate
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Camera Crew at Stay Sharp Productions / SQUAD Rental House
July 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Ensured camera equipment was cleaned and ready; participated as DIT, Video Assist, and 1st/2nd AC on in-house and rental projects; contributed to ~22 projects over 6 months.
Screener at Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia
September 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024
Watched films before public release; provided detailed feedback on quality, audience potential, and refinement areas; produced reports for filmmakers.
Video Editor at Pacific Bridge Media and Consulting
June 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024
Edited videos to targeted lengths; organized raw/edited files; exported for mobile/web; shot and produced content as needed; ensured journalistic standards.
Video Staff at SummeWell Festival
July 1, 2022 - July 31, 2022
Provided on-site video coverage and post-production support for festival events.
Video Staff at Neversea Festival
July 1, 2018 - July 31, 2018
Event coverage and on-site video operations for festival activities.
Video Staff at Color Run
May 1, 2018 - May 31, 2018
On-site video capture and setup for color run event.
Video Staff at Untold Festival
August 1, 2017 - August 31, 2017
Festival video coverage and support roles.
Video Staff at Neversea Festival
July 1, 2017 - July 31, 2017
Festival video coverage responsibilities.
Video Staff at Untold Festival
August 1, 2016 - August 31, 2016
Video capture and on-site production support.
Video Staff at Untold Festival
August 1, 2015 - August 31, 2015
Video coverage for festival events and activities.
Camera Trainee at Wednesday (Netflix series)
September 1, 2021 - March 1, 2022
Camera trainee on Netflix series; contributed to on-set operations and learning opportunities.
Production Assistant at Much Ado About Christmas
July 1, 2021 - July 31, 2021
Supportive production role in Bucharest; assisted with logistics and on-set needs.
Camera Assistant + BTS Photographer at Tropical Party Music Video
June 1, 2021 - June 30, 2021
Camera assistant and BTS shooter for a music video; coordinated with director and crew.
2nd Assistant Camera at Dan Nguyen Music Video
May 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023
Second AC on location in Tokyo; supported camera department workflow.
1st Assistant Camera at ADIDAS Commercial
May 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023
First AC on high-profile commercial shoot in Tokyo; assisted on-set camera operations.
2nd Assistant Camera at Oppo Commercial
July 1, 2023 - July 31, 2023
Second AC on-location shoot in Tokyo; prepared/managed gear and drive-on tasks.
1st Assistant Camera / Operator at Capper Music Video
August 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023
First AC and operator duties for music video production in Tokyo.
Camera Operator & DOP at Gucci Baby Music Video
September 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
Camera operator and director of photography for a music video in Tokyo.
Camera Operator & Editor at Dayun Music Video
June 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024
Camera operator and editing duties for a music video in Tokyo.
Camera Operator & Editor at KSmiley Music Video
April 1, 2024 - April 30, 2024
Camera operator and editing for a music video in Tokyo.
2nd Assistant Camera at Yokohama Tire Commercial
March 1, 2024 - March 31, 2024
Second AC for a commercial shot in Yokohama.
2nd Assistant Camera at LIL LEAGUE Music Video
June 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024
Second AC for a Tokyo-based music video production.
1st Assistant Camera at Morrison Cup Music Video
July 1, 2024 - July 31, 2024
First AC on location in Tokyo for a music video.
1st Assistant Camera at The Oral Cigarettes Music Video
August 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024
First AC on a music video shoot in Tokyo.

Education

Bachelor's degree - Cinematography, Photography, and Media Production at Babeș-Bolyai University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Bachelor's degree - Computer Science and Economics at Babeș-Bolyai University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Certificate in Advanced English (C1) at University of Cambridge
January 11, 2030 - December 6, 2025

Qualifications

Certificate in Advanced English (C1)
January 11, 2030 - December 6, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other