I am a graduate in Audiovisual Communication and Cinematographic Arts from the Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM). I have extensive experience working in various roles in film production, including assistant director positions, screenwriting, production assistance, and art direction. Fluent in English and Spanish, I also possess intermediate Italian language skills. My leadership, organizational skills, and adaptability help me manage projects efficiently and take creative initiatives. I have participated in several short films, feature films, and music videos, contributing as a first assistant director, screenwriter, co-producer, and director. I have worked in prestigious events like the International Film Festival of Santiago and collaborated with well-known artists and workshops. My freelancing experience includes videography and editing for private clients, enhancing my technical and creative skill set in audiovisual production.

Ciana Isabel Tejada

I am a graduate in Audiovisual Communication and Cinematographic Arts from the Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM). I have extensive experience working in various roles in film production, including assistant director positions, screenwriting, production assistance, and art direction. Fluent in English and Spanish, I also possess intermediate Italian language skills. My leadership, organizational skills, and adaptability help me manage projects efficiently and take creative initiatives. I have participated in several short films, feature films, and music videos, contributing as a first assistant director, screenwriter, co-producer, and director. I have worked in prestigious events like the International Film Festival of Santiago and collaborated with well-known artists and workshops. My freelancing experience includes videography and editing for private clients, enhancing my technical and creative skill set in audiovisual production.

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I am a graduate in Audiovisual Communication and Cinematographic Arts from the Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM). I have extensive experience working in various roles in film production, including assistant director positions, screenwriting, production assistance, and art direction. Fluent in English and Spanish, I also possess intermediate Italian language skills. My leadership, organizational skills, and adaptability help me manage projects efficiently and take creative initiatives.

I have participated in several short films, feature films, and music videos, contributing as a first assistant director, screenwriter, co-producer, and director. I have worked in prestigious events like the International Film Festival of Santiago and collaborated with well-known artists and workshops. My freelancing experience includes videography and editing for private clients, enhancing my technical and creative skill set in audiovisual production.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Head of “El Encuentro Cinematográfico”, Production Assistant at 2023 International Film Festival of Santiago (FIC Santiago)
December 31, 2023 - August 5, 2025
Led the "El Encuentro Cinematográfico" at the 2023 International Film Festival of Santiago in the Dominican Republic, managing production assistant duties including coordination and support for festival events and film presentations.
Co-Production Assistant at "Personaje Lab" Workshop by Actress Pachy Méndez
January 1, 2024 - Present
Co-production assistant supporting the workshop, coordinating production tasks to ensure smooth operation and creative collaboration.
First Assistant of Directing at "Flores" Short Film
January 1, 2024 - Present
Served as the first assistant director in the making of the short film "Flores," managing the directing team and scheduling to achieve the artistic vision.
First Assistant of Directing at "El Hoyo Oscuro de la Nueva Vida" Short Film
December 31, 2023 - August 5, 2025
Handled key assistant director responsibilities for this short film project, coordinating cast and crew to facilitate the production flow.
First Assistant of Directing at "Liona" Short Film
December 31, 2023 - August 5, 2025
Managed assistant directing tasks to help direct and execute the short film production.
Intern in Wardrobe at "Victor" Feature Film
December 31, 2023 - August 5, 2025
Completed an internship focusing on wardrobe management for the feature film "Victor," supporting costume design and fittings.
Art Director at "Méritos" Short Film
December 31, 2022 - August 5, 2025
Directed artistic concepts and visual designs as the art director for the short film "Méritos," overseeing aesthetics and set design.
Video Director at "Te Vas" – Chris Ramírez (Cicatrices EP) Music Video
December 31, 2022 - August 5, 2025
Directed the music video production, crafting visual storytelling and managing the overall creative process.
Co-Producer, First Assistant of Directing, Script Doctor at "Cicatrices EP Visualizers" – Chris Ramírez Music Video
December 31, 2022 - August 5, 2025
Co-produced and assisted directing while providing script supervision for the visualizer project linked to the Cicatrices EP.
Screenwriter, Co-Director, Executive Co-Producer at "Ya No Me Sirve la Patilla" Short Film
December 31, 2022 - August 5, 2025
Wrote the screenplay, co-directed, and served as executive co-producer for this short film, overseeing project development and execution.
Screenwriter, Executive Co-Producer, Director at "Tiempo" Short Film
December 31, 2022 - August 5, 2025
Created script and directed the short film "Tiempo," also acting as executive co-producer to manage the production process.
Intern / Third Assistant Director at "Colao 2" Feature Film
December 31, 2024 - August 5, 2025
Supported the directing team as an intern and third assistant director, managing on-set logistics and assisting with daily directing operations.
Videographer (Freelance) at Private Clients
January 1, 2024 - Present
Filmed content for private clients over a period of 2 months, handling all aspects of videography, from shooting to lighting and framing.
Editing Contractor (Freelance) at Private Clients
January 1, 2025 - Present
Edited video content for private clients for 2 months, delivering polished and professional post-production work.
Copywriter at LAAURORA S.A.
January 1, 2025 - Present
Produced brand communication content, crafting messages to align with brand strategy and marketing goals.
Head of “El Encuentro Cinematográfico” at International Film Festival of Santiago (FIC Santiago)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Led the event 'El Encuentro Cinematográfico' for the International Film Festival of Santiago in the Dominican Republic, coordinating production and organization.
Co-Production Assistant at Del Actor Personaje Lab. Workshop by Actress Pachy Méndez
January 1, 2024 - Present
Served as Co-Production Assistant for the workshop project 'Del Actor Personaje'.
First Assistant of Directing at La Danza de los Días Short Film
January 1, 2024 - Present
Worked as First Assistant Director for the short film production.
First Assistant of Directing at Flores Short Film
January 1, 2024 - Present
Performed as First Assistant Director for the 'Flores' short film production.
First Assistant of Directing at El Hoyo Oscuro de la Nueva Vida Short Film
January 1, 2023 - Present
Responsible for first assistant directing duties during the short film's production.
First Assistant of Directing at Liona Short Film
January 1, 2023 - Present
Acted as First Assistant Director for the short film 'Liona'.
Intern in Wardrobe at Víctor Feature Film
January 1, 2023 - Present
Interned in the wardrobe department handling costume-related tasks for the feature film 'Víctor'.
Art Director at Méritos Short Film
January 1, 2022 - Present
Oversaw artistic direction and visual design for the short film 'Méritos'.
Video Director at Tevas – Chris Ramírez (Cicatrices EP) Music Video
January 1, 2022 - Present
Directed the music video for 'Tevas' by Chris Ramírez from the Cicatrices EP.
Co-Producer / First Assistant of Directing / Script Doctor at Cicatrices EP Visualizers – Chris Ramírez Music Video
January 1, 2022 - Present
Co-produced, first assistant directed, and served as script doctor for the Cicatrices EP visualizers music video.
Screenwriter / Co-Director / Executive Co-Producer at Ya No Me Sirve La Patilla Short Film
January 1, 2022 - Present
Contributed as screenwriter, co-director, and executive co-producer for the short film 'Ya No Me Sirve La Patilla'.
Screenwriter / Executive Co-Producer / Director at Tiempo Short Film
January 1, 2022 - Present
Wrote the screenplay, executive co-produced, and directed the short film 'Tiempo'.
Intern / Third Assistant of Directing at Colao 2 Feature Film
January 1, 2022 - Present
Interned and assisted as third assistant director in the feature film 'Colao 2'.
Freelance Editor
January 1, 2025 - Present
Edited content for private clients over a two-month period.

Education

Graduate in Audiovisual Communication and Cinematographic Arts at Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
Graduate in Audiovisual Communication and Cinematographic Arts at Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM)
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022

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