I’m a filmmaker and media Producer with 8+ years of experience producing video, documentary, and digital-first content. Specialized in end-to-end media production and in translating complex cultural and historical narratives into clear, engaging video formats for YouTube and short-form platforms. Experienced in long-form interviews, mini-documentaries, motion graphics, and AI-assisted storytelling workflows.

Javier Nicolas Casanova

I’m a filmmaker and media Producer with 8+ years of experience producing video, documentary, and digital-first content. Specialized in end-to-end media production and in translating complex cultural and historical narratives into clear, engaging video formats for YouTube and short-form platforms. Experienced in long-form interviews, mini-documentaries, motion graphics, and AI-assisted storytelling workflows.

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I’m a filmmaker and media Producer with 8+ years of experience producing video, documentary, and digital-first content. Specialized in end-to-end media production and in translating complex cultural and historical narratives into clear, engaging video formats for YouTube and short-form platforms. Experienced in long-form interviews, mini-documentaries, motion graphics, and AI-assisted storytelling workflows.

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Experience Level

Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director & Producer at SENIC Producciones
January 1, 2015 - Present
Director, writer, editor, and producer of feature documentary El Culebro: My Father's Story — presented at film festivals, limited theatrical release, and broadcast TV. Director, writer, editor, and producer of El Sueño de Rosalinda — official film festival selection. Led all phases of production: development, shooting, editing, sound design, color grading, motion graphics, and delivery. Conducted research and archival work to support documentary and narrative storytelling.
Film Programmer at Coral Gables Art Cinema
January 1, 2022 - March 1, 2026
Programmed film schedules with a deep understanding of audience taste, distribution windows, and theatrical viability. Built and maintained director relationships with film distributors, licensees, and sales agents. Edited long-form filmmaker interviews and post-screening Q&As for YouTube, growing platform engagement. Bridged film exhibition and digital audience development — a rare combination of industry perspective.
Producer at DRACO Films
January 1, 2020 - Present
Producer of Anarkia, award-winning short film.
Film Programmer at Festival Villa del Cine
June 1, 2019 - September 30, 2020
Curated film schedules and developed new programming initiatives. Coordinated with marketing teams on promotional and social media content.
Script Supervisor at Trompetero Producciones
June 1, 2018 - May 31, 2019
Supported directors and actors with script interpretation and continuity. Maintained detailed production logs and provided notes for post-production teams.
Digital & Social Media Producer & Social Media Manager at Hernando "El Culebro" Casanova
January 1, 2015 - Present
End-to-end management of a multi-platform presence (YouTube, TikTok, Meta) for a public figure with a large organic following. Produce, edit, and publish long and short-form video content optimized per platform. Drive organic growth through format experimentation, hook writing, pacing, and audience retention strategy. Manage publishing cadence, content calendar, and cross-platform distribution.
Creative Director & Content Manager at VALERIE Music LLC
December 1, 2024 - Present
Develop original content ideas aligned with creative goals and audience needs. Plan, capture, and edit multimedia content — handling camera, lighting, and sound. Monitor content performance, posting schedules, and audience engagement.
Video Producer at UniHorizonte
July 1, 2020 - November 30, 2020
Produced and edited a weekly magazine-style show for social media. Created video content to support student recruitment and institutional branding.
Freelance Creative Director at Stella Sarmiento Jewelry; Shape Nor Shadow; Tucan Media
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Branded video production, Meta ad campaign management, and social content for fashion, lifestyle, and B2B clients. Directed, filmed, and edited content from concept to delivery across digital campaigns and corporate communications.
Camera Operator at Nueva Vision TV
December 1, 2021 - May 31, 2024
Freelance camera operator for television production.
Camera Operator at KRH Media
January 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022
Freelance camera operator.

Education

Bachelor of Film and Television at Universidad Jorge Tadeo Lozano
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2017

Qualifications

Highlighted Film Director
January 1, 2018 - March 18, 2026
Best of 2017, Universidad Jorge Tadeo Lozano
January 1, 2017 - March 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education