Hi, I’m Alexander Digiacomo Sarwer-Foner, a Montreal-based filmmaker, educator, and creative practitioner who thrives at the intersection of storytelling and hands-on production. I’ve led film and game projects from concept to delivery, built and mentored teams, and taught post-production to adult students at Trebas Institute. My work spans directing, editing, sound design, and art direction, with a passion for mentoring the next generation of creators. In addition to teaching, I’ve launched and steered indie ventures, including an indie game-development studio, produced board game concepts, and created short films, documentaries, and music videos. I’m proficient with industry-standard tools (Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, Maya, Substance Painter, Pro Tools, Harmony) and bring strong storytelling, collaboration, and project-management skills to every project.…

Alexander Digiacomo Sarwer-Foner

Hi, I’m Alexander Digiacomo Sarwer-Foner, a Montreal-based filmmaker, educator, and creative practitioner who thrives at the intersection of storytelling and hands-on production. I’ve led film and game projects from concept to delivery, built and mentored teams, and taught post-production to adult students at Trebas Institute. My work spans directing, editing, sound design, and art direction, with a passion for mentoring the next generation of creators. In addition to teaching, I’ve launched and steered indie ventures, including an indie game-development studio, produced board game concepts, and created short films, documentaries, and music videos. I’m proficient with industry-standard tools (Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, Maya, Substance Painter, Pro Tools, Harmony) and bring strong storytelling, collaboration, and project-management skills to every project.…

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Hi, I’m Alexander Digiacomo Sarwer-Foner, a Montreal-based filmmaker, educator, and creative practitioner who thrives at the intersection of storytelling and hands-on production. I’ve led film and game projects from concept to delivery, built and mentored teams, and taught post-production to adult students at Trebas Institute. My work spans directing, editing, sound design, and art direction, with a passion for mentoring the next generation of creators.

In addition to teaching, I’ve launched and steered indie ventures, including an indie game-development studio, produced board game concepts, and created short films, documentaries, and music videos. I’m proficient with industry-standard tools (Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, Maya, Substance Painter, Pro Tools, Harmony) and bring strong storytelling, collaboration, and project-management skills to every project.

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Experience Level

Language

Portuguese
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
French
Advanced
German
Beginner
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Audio Visual Instructor at Trebas Institute
June 1, 2022 - August 31, 2024
Taught adult students a variety of post-production software with a focus on video editing, animation, 3D modeling, 3D cinematography, and filmmaking to prepare them for the post-production industry. Included instruction on Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, Maya, Substance Painter, Harmony, Da Vinci Resolve, Pro Tools, and Krotos Studio. Guided students in producing short films, documentaries, newscasts, and music videos while covering film, television, and animation history.
Founder, Producer and Creative Director at Catpricorn Studios
August 1, 2020 - June 30, 2022
Spearheaded an indie startup game-development studio producing funded prototypes for video games Necronomignon and Swimmy Catpricorn. Managed a team of student interns using Trello and Discord while handling corporate responsibilities. Served as lead writer, art director, and production asset manager. Developed the board game Baishidrome.
Session Director & Video Editor at Matchbox Virtual
June 1, 2020 - November 30, 2020
Instructed and recorded conference speakers on optimal Zoom presentation setup. Edited raw footage into flawless, pre-recorded presentations that eliminated awkward pauses or interruptions.
Video Editor at Reimsberg
May 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Edited various video content including features, short films, trailers, and game shows.
Filmmaker, Video Editor and Photographer at Self-Employed
April 1, 2014 - April 27, 2024
Directed, shot, and edited video content ranging from music videos to toy commercials. Delivered high-quality event photography and videos.
Audio Visual Instructor at Trebas Institute
August 1, 2024 - July 25, 2025
Teach adult students a variety of post-production software, including video editing, animation, 3D Modeling, 3D cinematography, and filmmaking to prepare them for the post-production industry. Instruct students in producing short films, documentaries, newscasts, and music videos while covering film, television, and animation history.
Founder, Producer and Creative Director at Catpricorn Studios
June 1, 2022 - July 25, 2025
Spearheaded an indie startup game-development studio to produce prototypes for video games funded via the Canadian Media Fund. Managed a team of student interns via Trello and Discord, handled corporate responsibilities, led writing, art direction, and production of assets. Developed the board game Baishidrome.
Session Director & Video Editor at Matchbox Virtual
November 1, 2020 - July 25, 2025
Instructed and recorded conference speakers on how to best set up for presenting via Zoom. Edited raw footage into flawless pre-recorded presentations without awkward pauses or interruptions.
Video Editor at Reimsberg
December 1, 2016 - July 25, 2025
Edited video content including features, short films, trailers, and game shows.
Filmmaker, Video Editor and Photographer at Self-Employed
April 1, 2014 - Present
Direct, shoot and edit video content ranging from music videos to toy commercials. Capture and deliver event photography and videos.
Audio Visual Instructor at Trebas Institute
August 31, 2024 - September 3, 2025
Taught adult students a variety of post-production software including Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, Maya, Substance Painter, Harmony, Da Vinci Resolve, Pro Tools and Krotos Studio. Delivered instruction on producing short films, documentaries, newscasts, and music videos, covering film, television, and animation history. Prepared students for careers in the post-production industry.
Founder, Producer and Creative Director at Catpricorn Studios
June 30, 2022 - September 3, 2025
Founded an indie startup game-development studio producing prototypes for video games Necronomignon and Swimmy, funded by the Canadian Media Fund. Managed student interns via Trello and Discord while handling corporate roles. Led writing, art direction, and production of assets. Developed the board game Baishidrome.
Session Director & Video Editor at Matchbox Virtual
November 30, 2020 - September 3, 2025
Instructed and recorded conference speakers on presentation setups via Zoom. Edited raw footage into flawless, pre-recorded presentations, removing awkward pauses and interruptions.
Video Editor at Reimsberg
December 31, 2016 - September 3, 2025
Edited video content including features, short films, trailers, and game shows.
Filmmaker, Video Editor and Photographer at Self-Employed
April 1, 2014 - Present
Directed, shot, and edited video content ranging from music videos to toy commercials. Captured and delivered event photography and videos across Montreal and Florianópolis, Brazil.
Audio Visual Instructor at Trebas Institute
August 1, 2024 - September 23, 2025
Teach adult students a variety of post-production software, covering video editing, animation, 3D Modeling, 3D cinematography and filmmaking to prepare them for the post-production industry. Programs taught include Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Maya, Substance Painter, Harmony, DaVinci Resolve, Pro Tools, Krotos Studio. Instruct the students in practices for producing short films, documentaries, newscasts and music videos; cover film, television and animation history.
Founder, Producer and Creative Director at Catpricorn Studios
June 1, 2022 - September 23, 2025
Spearheaded an indie startup game-development studio to produce prototypes for the video games Necronomignon and Swimmy Catpricorn, funded via the Canadian Media Fund. Managed a team of student interns via Trello and Discord; served as lead writer and in charge of art direction and production of assets; developed the board game Baishidrome.
Session Director & Video Editor at Matchbox Virtual
November 1, 2020 - September 23, 2025
Instructed and recorded conference speakers on how to best set up for presenting via Zoom. Edited the raw footage into flawless, pre-recorded presentations without awkward pauses or interruptions.
Video Editor at Reimsberg
December 1, 2016 - September 23, 2025
Edited video content in the forms of features, short films, trailers and game shows.
Filmmaker, Video Editor and Photographer at Self-Employed
April 1, 2014 - Present
Direct, shoot and edit video content ranging from music videos to toy commercials; capture and deliver event photography and videos.
Audio Visual Instructor at Trebas Institute
August 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
Teach adult students a variety of post-production software, covering video editing, animation, 3D modeling, 3D cinematography and filmmaking to prepare them for the post-production industry. Programs taught include Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Maya, Substance Painter, Harmony, DaVinci Resolve, Pro Tools and Krotos Studio. Instruct students in practices for producing short films, documentaries, newscasts and music videos, and cover film, television and animation history.
Founder, Producer and Creative Director at Catpricorn Studios
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Spearheaded an indie startup game-development studio to prototype video games funded via the Canadian Media Fund. Managed a team of student interns via Trello and Discord, while handling corporate responsibilities. Served as lead writer and oversaw art direction and production of assets; developed a board game concept and related assets.
Session Director & Video Editor at Matchbox Virtual
November 1, 2020 - November 1, 2020
Directed and edited virtual conference sessions, instructing speakers on Zoom setups and delivering polished, pre-recorded presentations with minimal errors.
Video Editor at Reimsberg
December 1, 2016 - December 1, 2016
Edited video content across formats including features, short films, trailers and game shows.
Filmmaker, Video Editor and Photographer at Self-Employed
April 1, 2014 - November 13, 2025
Direct, shoot and edit video content ranging from music videos to toy commercials; capture and deliver event photography and videos.

Education

BFA at Florida State University
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013
AEC at Dawson College
January 1, 2017 - May 31, 2018
BFA at Florida State University
January 1, 2010 - December 1, 2013
AEC at Dawson College
January 1, 2017 - May 1, 2018
BFA in Motion Picture Arts Cum Laude at Florida State University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2013
AEC in Venture Creation at Dawson College
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2018
BFA in Motion Picture Arts at Florida State University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2013
AEC in Venture Creation at Dawson College
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2018
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Motion Picture Arts at Florida State University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2013
AEC in Venture Creation at Dawson College
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2018

Qualifications

Fantasia’s Prix Créativité du Fantastique Week-End du Cinéma Québécois - Sparkle
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Education, Software & Internet, Consumer Goods, Professional Services

Skills

Experience Level