Hi, I’m Edson Ramirez. I’m a filmmaker and editor based in Berlin with a passion for telling human stories through strong visuals. I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Film Direction and Cinematography from Centro de Capacitación Cinematográfica and a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Communication from Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana - Xochimilco. Over more than a decade, I have directed, shot, edited, and produced feature films, documentaries, and series across Mexico, Spain, and international co-productions. I thrive guiding projects from concept to post-production, collaborating with diverse teams to develop clear narratives and a distinctive visual voice. My work has appeared on platforms such as Netflix and Disney+, and I’m drawn to projects that challenge conventions and explore meaningful human experiences.

Edson Ramirez

Hi, I’m Edson Ramirez. I’m a filmmaker and editor based in Berlin with a passion for telling human stories through strong visuals. I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Film Direction and Cinematography from Centro de Capacitación Cinematográfica and a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Communication from Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana - Xochimilco. Over more than a decade, I have directed, shot, edited, and produced feature films, documentaries, and series across Mexico, Spain, and international co-productions. I thrive guiding projects from concept to post-production, collaborating with diverse teams to develop clear narratives and a distinctive visual voice. My work has appeared on platforms such as Netflix and Disney+, and I’m drawn to projects that challenge conventions and explore meaningful human experiences.

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Hi, I’m Edson Ramirez. I’m a filmmaker and editor based in Berlin with a passion for telling human stories through strong visuals. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Film Direction and Cinematography from Centro de Capacitación Cinematográfica and a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Communication from Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana - Xochimilco. Over more than a decade, I have directed, shot, edited, and produced feature films, documentaries, and series across Mexico, Spain, and international co-productions.

I thrive guiding projects from concept to post-production, collaborating with diverse teams to develop clear narratives and a distinctive visual voice. My work has appeared on platforms such as Netflix and Disney+, and I’m drawn to projects that challenge conventions and explore meaningful human experiences.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced
German
Advanced
Portuguese
Beginner

Work Experience

Film Director / Film Editor at CENTRO DE CAPACITACIÓN CINEMATOGRÁFICA
December 31, 2024 - July 12, 2025
Directed the short fiction film "Zapatos" in 2024, overseeing all phases from conceptualization to post-production to ensure a compelling visual narrative.
Filmmaker at NETFLIX / FILMADORA
December 31, 2022 - July 12, 2025
Directed and contributed to the documentary series "América vs América" in 2022, focusing on nonfiction storytelling and editing.
2nd Unit Director at CANALLAS FILMS / CINEMA 226 / BOCA DEL CIELO
December 31, 2022 - July 12, 2025
Directed the second unit for the project "Lecciones para canallas" in 2022, coordinating shoot schedules and managing crew to capture supplementary footage.
Filmmaker at PRIMARIO FILMS
December 31, 2021 - July 12, 2025
Directed and edited documentary series "Primario" in 2021, overseeing production elements to deliver impactful nonfiction content.
Filmmaker at TELEVISION AZTECA
December 31, 2019 - July 12, 2025
Directed and edited horror fiction series "Lo que la gente cuenta" in 2019, combining storytelling and technical skills to produce engaging episodic content.
Filmmaker at GEISER MEDIA
December 31, 2018 - July 12, 2025
Directed the documentary feature film "Vatreni" in 2018, responsible for the film's creative vision including filming, editing, and final production.
Filmmaker at BRAVO FILMS
December 31, 2018 - July 12, 2025
Worked on TV documentary "Artículo 27" in 2018 and historical fiction series such as "La Malinche", contributing to directing and editing for broadcast quality productions.
Director at CENTRO DE CAPACITACIÓN CINEMATOGRÁFICA
December 31, 2024 - July 12, 2025
Directed the short fiction film 'Zapatos' applying skills in directing and cinematography.
Director at NETFLIX / FILMADORA
December 31, 2022 - July 12, 2025
Directed the documentary series 'América vs América', contributing to storytelling and production in non-fiction visual content.
2nd Unit Director at CANALLAS FILMS / CINEMA 226 / BOCA DEL CIELO
December 31, 2022 - July 12, 2025
Directed the second unit for 'Lecciones para canallas', supporting main direction in production roles.
Editor at PRIMARIO FILMS
December 31, 2021 - July 12, 2025
Edited documentary series 'Primario', overseeing post-production and narrative coherence.
Director at TELEVISION AZTECA
December 31, 2019 - July 12, 2025
Directed horror fiction series 'Lo que la gente cuenta', managing creative and technical aspects of production.
Director at GEISER MEDIA
December 31, 2018 - July 12, 2025
Directed documentary feature film 'Vatreni', winning multiple awards for best documentary.
Editor at BRAVO FILMS
December 31, 2018 - July 12, 2025
Edited TV documentary 'Artículo 27', ensuring post-production quality and storytelling effectiveness.
Director at Señor Z / Boca del Cielo
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Directed the project Los Inocentes for a Mex/Perú collaboration; led creative development, storytelling, and on-set direction.
Director at Mental Revolution
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Directed the documentary Impostores under Rodrigo Márquez, overseeing fieldwork, interviews, and narrative assembly in post-production.
Director at Las Visitas Films
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Directed Influencia under Pablo Aura, overseeing preproduction, production and initial editing decisions to shape the documentary's pace.
Director at TolOcha Producciones
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Directed Tras Nazarin (Spain/Mex) under Javier Espada; led production design and storytelling approach throughout the shoot.
Director at Abracadabra
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Directed Eddie Reynolds y los Ángeles de Acero under Gustavo Moheno; contributed to on-set direction and overall film approach.
Director at Ágarrate del Barandal
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Directed Qué le dijiste a Dios under Teresa Suárez; managed shooting and visual storytelling decisions.
Director at Centro de Capacitación Cinematográfica
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Directed Zapatos, a CCC short fiction film; involved in casting, blocking, and post-production planning.
Lead Editor at Netflix / Filmadora
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Lead editor on América vs América (Documentary Series); shaped narrative arc and episode pacing.
Director / Editor at Disney+ / FX / Hyphanate
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Contributed to Welcome to Necaxa (Documentary Series) with directing input and post-production oversight.
Director / Editor at Artegios
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Cenizas de la Gloria (Documentary Series); collaborated on production and editing across multiple episodes.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Film Direction and Cinematography at Centro de Capacitación Cinematográfica
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2017
Bachelor's Degree in Social Communication at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana - Xochimilco
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013
Bachelor's Degree at Centro de Capacitación Cinematográfica
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2017
Bachelor's Degree at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana - Xochimilco
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013
Bachelor's Degree in Film Direction and Cinematography at Centro de Capacitación Cinematográfica
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor's Degree in Social Communication at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana - Xochimilco
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

VATRENI Best Documentary DOCS MX - 2018
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
VATRENI Best Documentary Global Docs MX - 2019
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
VATRENI Best Documentary Yokohama Football Film Festival - 2020
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Juana Inés Best Editing Crystal Screen - 2016
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Malinche Best Editing (Nominated) Crystal Screen - 2019
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Lecciones para Canallas Best Editing (Nominated) Sylver Goddess - 2023
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other