I am a results-driven and creative production professional with experience in managing projects from concept through to final delivery. Whether within broadcast organizations or production companies, I have a proven track record of overseeing creative projects, leading teams, and driving innovative ideas to produce English language award-winning content for global audiences. Seasoned in the creative field, I bring broad experience in producing quality content for diverse markets, including Asia, Australia, and the West. Skilled in short-form video production—promos, trailers, video magazines, vignettes, previews, and behind-the-scenes features—I oversee the full creative process: conceptualizing stories and design graphics, scripting, editing in Adobe Premiere Pro for offline and online assets, directing short-form shoots, voice-over sessions with local and international talent, and audio sessions with professional engineers. My achievements include winning awards at the PromaxBDA Awards (Asia and World) and the New York Festivals, demonstrating my ability to produce creative and engaging content that resonates with diverse audiences. I am passionate about storytelling and committed to delivering results that captivate audiences in fast-paced and dynamic environments.

Maria Andrea Fernandez (Andy)

I am a results-driven and creative production professional with experience in managing projects from concept through to final delivery. Whether within broadcast organizations or production companies, I have a proven track record of overseeing creative projects, leading teams, and driving innovative ideas to produce English language award-winning content for global audiences. Seasoned in the creative field, I bring broad experience in producing quality content for diverse markets, including Asia, Australia, and the West. Skilled in short-form video production—promos, trailers, video magazines, vignettes, previews, and behind-the-scenes features—I oversee the full creative process: conceptualizing stories and design graphics, scripting, editing in Adobe Premiere Pro for offline and online assets, directing short-form shoots, voice-over sessions with local and international talent, and audio sessions with professional engineers. My achievements include winning awards at the PromaxBDA Awards (Asia and World) and the New York Festivals, demonstrating my ability to produce creative and engaging content that resonates with diverse audiences. I am passionate about storytelling and committed to delivering results that captivate audiences in fast-paced and dynamic environments.

Available to hire

I am a results-driven and creative production professional with experience in managing projects from concept through to final delivery. Whether within broadcast organizations or production companies, I have a proven track record of overseeing creative projects, leading teams, and driving innovative ideas to produce English language award-winning content for global audiences.

Seasoned in the creative field, I bring broad experience in producing quality content for diverse markets, including Asia, Australia, and the West. Skilled in short-form video production—promos, trailers, video magazines, vignettes, previews, and behind-the-scenes features—I oversee the full creative process: conceptualizing stories and design graphics, scripting, editing in Adobe Premiere Pro for offline and online assets, directing short-form shoots, voice-over sessions with local and international talent, and audio sessions with professional engineers. My achievements include winning awards at the PromaxBDA Awards (Asia and World) and the New York Festivals, demonstrating my ability to produce creative and engaging content that resonates with diverse audiences.

I am passionate about storytelling and committed to delivering results that captivate audiences in fast-paced and dynamic environments.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Producer, Creative Team at BBC Worldwide / Studios (Singapore)
May 1, 2007 - December 31, 2025
Create, from ideation to directing shoots (sporadically) to Adobe Premiere Pro editing to post and delivery, brief-addressed promos for linear & digital platforms across BBC Worldwide/Studios brands; assist in overseeing and mentoring producers and their creative deliverables.
Freelance Producer, Creative Team at Nickelodeon Asia Holdings Pte. Ltd. (Singapore)
January 1, 2007 - May 1, 2007
Create programme trailers; procure kid talents for live show Asia Pop Artist Ketna Patel.
Producer, Creative Team at Nickelodeon Asia Holdings Pte. Ltd. (Singapore)
November 1, 1999 - December 1, 2005
Produce promos/trailers for Nickelodeon programmes; direct film shoots of Nickelodeon and MTV star talent, and of local talent, to create vignettes/short stories and promos.
Senior Writer & Producer / Design and Production, Creative at Bruce Dunlop & Associates (Singapore)
February 1, 2006 - December 1, 2006
Write and/or produce promotional videos for various broadcast and non-broadcast clients; work with the Creative Director and Production Manager on film shoots.
Assistant Director, Inflight Entertainment at United Television (UTV) (Mumbai, India)
June 1, 1995 - November 1, 1999
Film and produce original video vignettes; create magazine formatted programmes and produce programme trailers for various airlines; procurement of content/programmes from various international vendors.
Copywriter, Print Advertising, Creative at Adverts Advertising Pvt. Ltd. (Mumbai, India)
January 1, 1995 - May 1, 1995
Write copy for print ads for various clients.
Freelance Scriptwriter, Radio Commercials at Times FM (Radio), Times of India (Mumbai, India)
July 1, 1994 - December 1, 1994
Write narrative and jingle scripts for radio commercials.
Freelance Studio Manager at Asia Pop Artist, Ketna Patel (Singapore)
January 1, 2007 - May 1, 2007
Market Ketna Patel’s brand and artworks, and manage daily administrative and operational duties at the studio.
Senior Producer, Creative Team at BBC Worldwide/Studios, Singapore
May 1, 2007 - December 1, 2025
Create, from ideation through directing shoots and editing to post and delivery; brief-addressed promos for linear & digital platforms across BBC Worldwide/Studios brands; oversee and mentor producers and their creative deliverables.
Freelance Producer, Creative Team at Nickelodeon Asia Holdings Pte. Ltd., Singapore
January 1, 2007 - May 1, 2007
Create programme trailers and procure kid talents for live shows; contribute to promo campaigns across Nickelodeon channels.
Freelance Studio Manager at Asia Pop Artist Ketna Patel, Singapore
January 1, 2007 - May 1, 2007
Market Ketna’s brand and artworks; oversee daily administrative and operational duties at the studio.
Senior Writer & Producer / Design and Production, Creative at Bruce Dunlop & Associates (BDA), Singapore
February 1, 2006 - December 1, 2006
Write and/or produce promotional videos for broadcast and non-broadcast clients; collaborate with Creative Director and Production Manager on film shoots.
Assistant Director, Inflight Entertainment at United Television (UTV), Mumbai, India
June 1, 1995 - November 1, 1999
Film and produce original video vignettes; create magazine-formatted programmes; produce programme trailers; procure content from international vendors.
Copywriter, Print Advertising, Creative at Adverts Advertising Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai, India
January 1, 1995 - May 1, 1995
Write copy for print ads for various clients.
Scriptwriter, Radio Commercials at Times FM (Radio), Times of India, Mumbai, India
July 1, 1994 - December 1, 1994
Write narrative and jingle scripts for radiocommercials.
Scriptwriter, Radio Commercials at Times FM (Radio), Times of India (Mumbai, India)
July 1, 1994 - December 1, 1994
Wrote narrative and jingle scripts for radio commercials.

Education

Diploma in Advertising and Marketing at Xavier Institute of Communication, Mumbai, India
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1994
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology at St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai, India (University of Mumbai)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1992
Secondary School Certificate (SSC) at St. Joseph’s Convent, Bandra, Mumbai, India
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1987
Diploma in Advertising and Marketing at Xavier Institute of Communication
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1994
Bachelor of Arts Degree, Sociology at St. Xavier’s College, University of Bombay (now University of Mumbai)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1992
Secondary School Certificate (SSC) at St. Joseph’s Convent, Bandra
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1987
Diploma in Advertising and Marketing at Xavier Institute of Communication
January 1, 1994 - February 3, 2026
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology at St. Xavier’s College, University of Mumbai
January 1, 1992 - February 3, 2026
Secondary School Certificate (SSC) at St. Joseph’s Convent Bandra
January 1, 1987 - February 3, 2026

Qualifications

PromaxBDA Asia Award 2005 - Gold, Best Children’s Campaign
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Know Your Nicktoons - Nickelodeon Asia Holdings Pte. Ltd.
PromaxBDA Global Award - Silver, Best Children’s Campaign
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Know Your Nicktoons - Nickelodeon Asia Holdings Pte. Ltd.
PromaxBDA India - Gold, Best On-Air Ident Design (Out-Of-House)
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Diwali Ident - BBC Entertainment brand - BBC Worldwide
New York Festivals 2014 - Diwali Idents - Finalist – Television Craft: Promotion/Open & IDs
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Diwali Ident - BBC Entertainment brand - BBC Worldwide
PromaxBDA Asia 2014 - Silver – Best Leisure & Lifestyle Promo
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Season & Serve - BBC Lifestyle brand - BBC Worldwide
New York Festivals 2015 - Finalist – Art Direction
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Season & Serve - BBC Lifestyle brand - BBC Worldwide
New York Festivals 2016 - Bronze – Editing
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Dough, A Dear - BBC Lifestyle brand - BBC Worldwide
New York Festivals 2017 - Silver – Sales (videos)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Escape/Engage/Explore - BBC Earth brand - BBC Worldwide
Promax Asia 2019 Award - Silver: Best Leisure & Lifestyle Promo
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Gordon Ramsay's 24 HRS to Hell And Back - BBC Lifestyle brand - BBC Studios

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality