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Hi, I’m Giovanna, a filmmaker, photographer, and visual storyteller creating documentary and digital media that helps organizations connect with audiences. I’ve produced documentaries, short-form videos, and visual campaigns for the Cato Institute, the Maryland Center for History and Culture, and University of Maryland, Baltimore County, with work reaching 80,000+ views across platforms. My work has been featured as part of Maryland Film Festival, and in 2026 I was honored with the John Christopher Campbell Award for Excellence in Cinematic Arts. Through documentary and cinematic storytelling, I aim to create work that leaves a lasting impact.…Hi, I’m Giovanna, a filmmaker, photographer, and visual storyteller creating documentary and digital media that helps organizations connect with audiences. I’ve produced documentaries, short-form videos, and visual campaigns for the Cato Institute, the Maryland Center for History and Culture, and University of Maryland, Baltimore County, with work reaching 80,000+ views across platforms. My work has been featured as part of Maryland Film Festival, and in 2026 I was honored with the John Christopher Campbell Award for Excellence in Cinematic Arts. Through documentary and cinematic storytelling, I aim to create work that leaves a lasting impact.

Giovanna Orfali

Filmmaker, Photographer, Video Editor, +2

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Hi, I’m Giovanna, a filmmaker, photographer, and visual storyteller creating documentary and digital media that helps organizations connect with audiences. I’ve produced documentaries, short-form videos, and visual campaigns for the Cato Institute, the Maryland Center for History and Culture, and University of Maryland, Baltimore County, with work reaching 80,000+ views across platforms. My work has been featured as part of Maryland Film Festival, and in 2026 I was honored with the John Christopher Campbell Award for Excellence in Cinematic Arts. Through documentary and cinematic storytelling, I aim to create work that leaves a lasting impact.…Hi, I’m Giovanna, a filmmaker, photographer, and visual storyteller creating documentary and digital media that helps organizations connect with audiences. I’ve produced documentaries, short-form videos, and visual campaigns for the Cato Institute, the Maryland Center for History and Culture, and University of Maryland, Baltimore County, with work reaching 80,000+ views across platforms. My work has been featured as part of Maryland Film Festival, and in 2026 I was honored with the John Christopher Campbell Award for Excellence in Cinematic Arts. Through documentary and cinematic storytelling, I aim to create work that leaves a lasting impact.

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Hi, I’m Giovanna, a filmmaker, photographer, and visual storyteller creating documentary and digital media that helps organizations connect with audiences. I’ve produced documentaries, short-form videos, and visual campaigns for the Cato Institute, the Maryland Center for History and Culture, and University of Maryland, Baltimore County, with work reaching 80,000+ views across platforms. My work has been featured as part of Maryland Film Festival, and in 2026 I was honored with the John Christopher Campbell Award for Excellence in Cinematic Arts. Through documentary and cinematic storytelling, I aim to create work that leaves a lasting impact.

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Digital Content Intern at Maryland Center for History and Culture

May 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026

Film and post-produced short-form storytelling videos on artists, historical artifacts and figures; produced short-form content on museum exhibits achieving 70K+ views across MCHC platforms; captured and edited event and collection photography for social media.

Broadcast Production Intern & Event Photographer at UMBC Athletics

July 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025

Operated broadcast cameras for America East Conference sports streamed on ESPN+. Produced instant replays and game highlights using 3Play Replay Systems. Executed pre-production setup, equipment testing, and on-site trouble shooting. Captured and edited sports events photography to promote programs and boost attendance.

Media Production/Audio Visual Intern at Cato Institute

January 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025

Directed and produced The Paslaqua Family for internship donors and supporters. Managed post-production workflows for multi-camera interviews and webinars. Operated live cameraswitching and technical setup in the control room during live interviews.

Videographer & Video Editor at Alpha Channel TV

May 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019

Filmed A and B-roll for TV segments in studio and on location, and managed lighting setups. Edited video content for TV segments including B-roll integration, transitions, and soundtracks.

Director, Cinematographer, Editor (Self-Directed) at Halfway Home

January 1, 2026 - Present

Self-directed short documentary project; directed, shot, and edited a 5-minute piece.

Director & Editor at A Shared Story of Distance

January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Self-directed short documentary project; directed and edited a 5-minute piece.

Director, Cinematographer, Editor at Jeito Enrolado

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Self-directed music video; directed, shot, and edited a 3-minute piece.