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I'm Angélica Cordero, a storytelling filmmaker and historian who blends rigorous research with creative craft to spark curiosity and emotion. Over a decade I’ve built campaigns, podcasts, and films for brands and institutions, always chasing narratives that educate, entertain, and inspire. My TEDx work and a Master’s in WWII Studies anchor my approach in context and curiosity, and I’m based in San Antonio, where I’m developing independent projects for film and TV. When I’m not writing or shooting, I geek out on tech, social media, and pop culture, always looking for new ways to tell meaningful stories. I love collaborating with creators, researchers, and audiences to craft content that resonates and endures.…I'm Angélica Cordero, a storytelling filmmaker and historian who blends rigorous research with creative craft to spark curiosity and emotion. Over a decade I’ve built campaigns, podcasts, and films for brands and institutions, always chasing narratives that educate, entertain, and inspire. My TEDx work and a Master’s in WWII Studies anchor my approach in context and curiosity, and I’m based in San Antonio, where I’m developing independent projects for film and TV. When I’m not writing or shooting, I geek out on tech, social media, and pop culture, always looking for new ways to tell meaningful stories. I love collaborating with creators, researchers, and audiences to craft content that resonates and endures.

Angélica Cordero

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I'm Angélica Cordero, a storytelling filmmaker and historian who blends rigorous research with creative craft to spark curiosity and emotion. Over a decade I’ve built campaigns, podcasts, and films for brands and institutions, always chasing narratives that educate, entertain, and inspire. My TEDx work and a Master’s in WWII Studies anchor my approach in context and curiosity, and I’m based in San Antonio, where I’m developing independent projects for film and TV. When I’m not writing or shooting, I geek out on tech, social media, and pop culture, always looking for new ways to tell meaningful stories. I love collaborating with creators, researchers, and audiences to craft content that resonates and endures.…I'm Angélica Cordero, a storytelling filmmaker and historian who blends rigorous research with creative craft to spark curiosity and emotion. Over a decade I’ve built campaigns, podcasts, and films for brands and institutions, always chasing narratives that educate, entertain, and inspire. My TEDx work and a Master’s in WWII Studies anchor my approach in context and curiosity, and I’m based in San Antonio, where I’m developing independent projects for film and TV. When I’m not writing or shooting, I geek out on tech, social media, and pop culture, always looking for new ways to tell meaningful stories. I love collaborating with creators, researchers, and audiences to craft content that resonates and endures.

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I’m Angélica Cordero, a storytelling filmmaker and historian who blends rigorous research with creative craft to spark curiosity and emotion. Over a decade I’ve built campaigns, podcasts, and films for brands and institutions, always chasing narratives that educate, entertain, and inspire. My TEDx work and a Master’s in WWII Studies anchor my approach in context and curiosity, and I’m based in San Antonio, where I’m developing independent projects for film and TV.

When I’m not writing or shooting, I geek out on tech, social media, and pop culture, always looking for new ways to tell meaningful stories. I love collaborating with creators, researchers, and audiences to craft content that resonates and endures.

Skills

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Expert

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Language

Spanish; Castilian

Fluent

Work Experience

Content Strategist & Research Consultant (Self-employed) at Self-employed

May 1, 2023 - Present

Independent creative professional specializing in developing robust content strategies for film, TV, and podcasts. I conduct extensive historical research using diverse tools and databases to support projects, identify key themes and formats, and deliver comprehensive reports with historical context and analytical insights. I collaborate with creators to source copyright materials, address coverage angles, and stay ahead of industry trends, contributing high-quality, research-driven content across various entertainment formats.

Creative Executive at Bexar West Films

February 1, 2019 - May 1, 2023

In a startup production environment, I contributed to early development of TV series and feature films. I provided day-to-day creative support, shaping narratives from concept through script development, focusing on character development and film structure. I offered creative feedback during pitches and story sessions, conducted ongoing research, and integrated fresh ideas and research into project development while aligning with the storyteller-driven culture.

External Communications Coordinator at Overland Partners

October 1, 2017 - February 1, 2019

Stewarded brand identity and external communications across digital channels. Built and executed PR and digital communications plans aligned with business development goals, ensured consistency of brand representation, and supported growth through content creation, events, and strategic storytelling.

Marketing Consultant at Self-employed

December 1, 2016 - October 1, 2017

Digital marketing consultant for an architecture firm. Managed website updates and HTML coding for project pages, performed minor photo edits, promoted events, created content through audio recordings and blog posts, and researched global markets (including Chinese market) to inform social strategies. Coached on presentation skills for client interviews and coordinated information gathering for proposals, including print layout.

Digital Marketing Specialist at InGenesis, Inc.

November 1, 2015 - July 1, 2016

Developed and implemented digital content across website, email, and social media. Collaborated with the marketing team to craft messaging platforms, generate leads, and engage employees. Created, revised, and published digital content, designed landing pages, conducted keyword research and SEO optimization, analyzed metrics, and coordinated campaign calendars while refining processes.

Session Assistant & Portrait Retoucher at Angela Lynn Portraits

August 1, 2014 - May 1, 2015

Orchestrated photoshoots from pre-shoot planning to on-site execution, assisted with posing and scene setup, performed preliminary edits, and managed order building, digital file management, slideshows, and marketing materials. Engaged in online marketing, social media, and blogging, while handling administrative duties to ensure smooth studio operations.

Lead Creative at Apple Retail

December 1, 2010 - July 1, 2014

Led creative strategy to drive member participation in the One to One program, organized and facilitated training sessions, and provided constructive feedback to facilitators. Collaborated with leadership to optimize session availability, contributed to a Top 20 Net Promoter Score for Q4 2012, and partnered on programs with Lead Genius and Business Leadership to enhance Genius Bar processes and overall customer education.

Creative Guest Trainer at Apple Retail

June 1, 2010 - July 1, 2012

Delivered Creative Strategies training to Creative staff, supporting corporate initiatives and program development for customer education and store events.

Mac Specialist at Apple

October 1, 2007 - December 1, 2010

Supported customer education and technical assistance, contributing to the growth of the Apple store team and enhancing customer experience through knowledgeable product guidance.

Market Manager at Marketing Werks

October 1, 2007 - December 1, 2007

Managed Verizon Wireless promotional events at Houston Texans home games, including on-site setup, material distribution, attendee engagement, and data gathering to inform future market research and client files.

Market Manager at Mercury Mambo

October 1, 2007 - December 1, 2007

Led initiatives for the Dr. Pepper Sabrosura contest, conducted research to build a database of artistic communities, oversaw print material workflow, and achieved high interest-per-click metrics within target markets.

Creative Intern at Love Advertising

April 1, 2007 - October 1, 2007

In-house production coordination for local campaigns, managed internal workflows, contributed research and case studies for new business pitches, and collaborated with the creative team to develop campaigns for new markets.

Extras Coordinator at Cinamour Entertainment

September 1, 2006 - November 1, 2006

Organized background talent for daily scenes, managed press releases and advertising for extras, compiled daily databases, and scheduled daily shoots.

Creative Intern promoted to Assistant at Austin Film Festival

April 1, 2004 - May 1, 2005

Led efforts to build foreign and national filmmaker market databases, generated promotional invites, designed newsletters to boost market awareness, and distributed PR materials.