I am a filmmaker and post-producer with over five years of professional experience crafting engaging audiovisual content for film, advertising, and cultural projects. I work across production and post-production, operating cameras and sound, and leading narrative editing, video editing, motion graphics, color grading, and sound design. I pride myself on delivering high-quality work through collaboration, attention to detail, and ethical practices. I blend creativity with technical skill to tell meaningful stories that resonate with audiences and create impact. I am committed to continuous learning and to approaching every project with integrity and dedication to the people I work with.

Gustavo Cruz

I am a filmmaker and post-producer with over five years of professional experience crafting engaging audiovisual content for film, advertising, and cultural projects. I work across production and post-production, operating cameras and sound, and leading narrative editing, video editing, motion graphics, color grading, and sound design. I pride myself on delivering high-quality work through collaboration, attention to detail, and ethical practices. I blend creativity with technical skill to tell meaningful stories that resonate with audiences and create impact. I am committed to continuous learning and to approaching every project with integrity and dedication to the people I work with.

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I am a filmmaker and post-producer with over five years of professional experience crafting engaging audiovisual content for film, advertising, and cultural projects. I work across production and post-production, operating cameras and sound, and leading narrative editing, video editing, motion graphics, color grading, and sound design. I pride myself on delivering high-quality work through collaboration, attention to detail, and ethical practices.

I blend creativity with technical skill to tell meaningful stories that resonate with audiences and create impact. I am committed to continuous learning and to approaching every project with integrity and dedication to the people I work with.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Intermediate

Work Experience

Advertising Content Creator at Brava Films - Colombia
February 1, 2025 - October 22, 2025
Participated in production and post-production of audiovisual content focused on branding and disruptive creativity for brands. Served as camera operator, video editor, colorist, photographer, Data Manager, and advertising scriptwriter for social media campaigns. Responsible for securely backing up, organizing, and transferring recorded material, as well as editing projects with high visual standards and attention to detail.
Video Editor (Intern) at MAD Agencia - Colombia
December 1, 2020 - October 22, 2025
Contributed to the creation of motion graphics and video content for advertising campaigns. Worked on projects for major hospitals in Colombia, civic events, shopping centers, and various brands and companies. Focused on delivering visually compelling content aligned with each client's identity and goals.
Editor (El Último Campeón) at Cineexperiencia - Independent Feature Film
December 31, 2024 - October 22, 2025
Contributed to editing, English subtitle creation, and graphic design for this documentary capturing Atlético Bucaramanga's first championship win in 75 years.
Freelance Audiovisual Creator at gaocruz and Taborfilms - Colombia
January 1, 2025 - October 22, 2025
Developed promotional videos, logo design, and animation for brands, startups, and campaigns. Worked independently, adapting to each client’s needs while maintaining high visual and narrative standards.
Audiovisual Instructor at Government of Santander - Colombia
April 1, 2025 - Present
Design and implementation of practical audiovisual production workshops (scriptwriting, camerawork, editing) for teenagers undergoing reintegration. Support in content creation, technical equipment management, coordination with the psychosocial team, and report preparation. Pedagogical, communicative, and social approaches.
Video Editor at MAD Agencia - Colombia
December 1, 2020 - October 22, 2025
Contributed to the creation of motion graphics and video content for advertising campaigns. Worked on projects for major hospitals in Colombia, civic events, shopping centers, and various brands and companies.
Filmmaker & Post-producer at Cineexperiencia - Colombia
February 1, 2025 - February 1, 2025
Multidisciplinary filmmaker with a strong focus on production and post-production for film, advertising, and digital media. Operated cameras and sound, and led narrative editing, video editing, motion graphics, color grading, and sound design. Managed projects both independently and collaboratively, ensuring high visual and sound quality standards.
Advertising Content Creator at Brava Films - Colombia
February 1, 2025 - February 1, 2025
Participated in production and post-production of audiovisual content focused on branding and disruptive creativity for brands. Served as camera operator, video editor, colorist, photographer, Data Manager, and advertising scriptwriter for social media campaigns. Responsible for securely backing up, organizing, and transferring recorded material, as well as editing projects with high visual standards and attention to detail.

Education

Bachelor in Audiovisual and Media Arts at Autonomous University of Bucaramanga (Colombia)
July 4, 2016 - December 21, 2020
General English at Tafe Queensland (Australia)
May 17, 2025 - July 28, 2023
Bachelor's Degree in Audiovisual and Media Arts at Autonomous University of Bucaramanga
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
Diploma in Sound Design at TAFE Queensland
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
General English Course at Domestika
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Digital color correction with DaVinci Resolve at Online Course
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor's Degree at Autonomous University of Bucaramanga
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
Diploma in Sound Design at TAFE Queensland
January 1, 2022 - November 1, 2025
General English Course at Domestika
January 1, 2023 - November 1, 2025
Digital color correction with DaVinci Resolve at Domestika
January 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025

Qualifications

Digital color grading with DaVinci Resolve
May 17, 2025 - May 17, 2025
A Domestika course by Sonia Abellán Avilés, colorist.
Best Documentary Short Sevicol Award
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education