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Freelance filmmaker and Adobe-certified editor based in Miami, Florida, specializing in end-to-end video production—from concept and pre-production planning to shooting and post-production delivery. I manage digital assets and marketing content for festivals and venues, coordinating web and email newsletters and supporting social media strategy while staying current with industry tools and production trends.…Freelance filmmaker and Adobe-certified editor based in Miami, Florida, specializing in end-to-end video production—from concept and pre-production planning to shooting and post-production delivery. I manage digital assets and marketing content for festivals and venues, coordinating web and email newsletters and supporting social media strategy while staying current with industry tools and production trends.

Yuliia Safonkina

Filmmaker, Videographer, Video Editor, +2

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Freelance filmmaker and Adobe-certified editor based in Miami, Florida, specializing in end-to-end video production—from concept and pre-production planning to shooting and post-production delivery. I manage digital assets and marketing content for festivals and venues, coordinating web and email newsletters and supporting social media strategy while staying current with industry tools and production trends.…Freelance filmmaker and Adobe-certified editor based in Miami, Florida, specializing in end-to-end video production—from concept and pre-production planning to shooting and post-production delivery. I manage digital assets and marketing content for festivals and venues, coordinating web and email newsletters and supporting social media strategy while staying current with industry tools and production trends.

Next availability:

August 1, 2026

Miami, United States

Freelance filmmaker and Adobe-certified editor based in Miami, Florida, specializing in end-to-end video production—from concept and pre-production planning to shooting and post-production delivery.

I manage digital assets and marketing content for festivals and venues, coordinating web and email newsletters and supporting social media strategy while staying current with industry tools and production trends.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Ukrainian

Fluent

Russian

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Intermediate

Work Experience

Digital Assets Coordinator/ Marketing at Miami Film Festival

June 1, 2021 - January 31, 2022

Oversaw content on the Miami Film Festival website and coordinated creation and distribution of email newsletters for the general public, industry, and press. Managed regular and strategic social media posts across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter, ensuring engagement with local, national, and international audiences. Supported website updates for Tower Theater Miami and coordinated Tower Theater bi-weekly email newsletters, including collection of materials, messaging styling, and brand voice. Captured Tower Theater live events in coordination with a consultant to provide raw content for social media strategy.

Business Owner at SafoMedia

March 1, 2021 - Present

Led video production projects from concept to completion, managing pre-production logistics, coordinating shoots, and overseeing post-production editing to deliver timely, high-quality assets. Used Adobe Creative Suite and professional camera/audio equipment to produce engaging multimedia content. Managed resources, budgets, and timelines in fast-paced environments while staying aligned with client expectations. Kept up with industry trends and emerging technologies to continually improve production quality and creative impact.

Assistant Editor/Administrative Assistant at Florida Film House International

January 1, 2021 - July 31, 2021

Managed media assets, organized files, and handled file delivery. Worked with Adobe Premiere Pro editorial workflows for live-action projects and assisted with non-linear audio/video editing. Helped prepare timely professional video outputs. Also supported administrative operations, including answering phones, emailing/faxing correspondence, and ordering supplies.

Liaison, Presenter, Film Office Intern at Miami Film Festival

January 1, 2019 - January 31, 2020

Coordinated with writers, directors, managers, and staff to help ensure smooth festival operations. Supported meetings by taking detailed notes, entering data into computers, and providing other required assistance during the festival. Performed live introductions and Q&A sessions with filmmakers, and completed additional duties as requested by staff to meet expected quality standards.

Freelance Videographer

January 1, 2019 - February 29, 2024

Shot and edited videos for web marketing platforms. Operated DSLR cameras and audio/production equipment during shoots. Managed full video production lifecycle for weddings, events, and short films, including pre- and post-production. Created shot lists, booked locations, and prepared sets for filming; delivered completed video content for clients.

Server at Smith & Wollensky Restaurant Group, Inc.

January 1, 2016 - July 31, 2019

Handled daily opening/closing tasks. Collaborated with front server, food runner, and busser to maintain strong team communication. Worked with managers to improve restaurant efficiency and used the Micros POS system.