I am a graduate with high honors from Wesleyan University and a Questbridge Scholar. I have over 5 years of experience with video and editing. I focus on narrative storytelling through visual mediums,

Erick Buendia

I am a graduate with high honors from Wesleyan University and a Questbridge Scholar. I have over 5 years of experience with video and editing. I focus on narrative storytelling through visual mediums,

Available to hire

I am a graduate with high honors from Wesleyan University and a Questbridge Scholar. I have over 5 years of experience with video and editing. I focus on narrative storytelling through visual mediums,

Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director of Photography at Boma Prize For Africa
May 1, 2026 - Present
Lead cinematography for a feature documentary exploring how modern social and political systems shape the lives of unhoused individuals.
Freelance Video & Photo Producer at DDC Productions
September 1, 2025 - May 1, 2026
Produced photography and video content for live performances, music videos, and brand collaborations; managed solo and small-team shoots; edited video using Premiere Pro across commercial and creative projects in both horizontal and vertical formats.
Social Media Content Creator at Georgetown Cupcake
June 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026
Produced and edited commercial short-form video content for TikTok and Instagram; drove engagement across a community of 543K+ followers; collaborated with brands to develop cross-promotional campaigns; leveraged trends and editing to increase audience engagement and brand visibility.
Documentary Filmmaker Fellow at Wesleyan Summer Grant Program
June 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Captured field footage of D.C. political events, documented protests and the Latin immigrant experience; conducted and edited interviews with immigrants and field experts; maintained an organized archive of video footage, audio, and interviews from different sources.
Social Media & Communications Intern at Wesleyan Office of Advancement
September 1, 2024 - May 1, 2026
Pitched, produced, and edited short-form video content for digital and mobile-first platforms; created graphics and art for the university’s website and social media; produced and directed a multimedia video campaign that supported fundraising initiatives.
Staff Writer/Social Media Editor at The Wesleyan Argus
September 1, 2022 - September 1, 2024
Collaborated with Wesleyan University's newspaper to capture photography, conduct interviews, and gather news; assisted in writing and editing staff articles; produced and edited engaging short-form video posts.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Wesleyan University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026
High School Diploma at St. Albans School, Washington, DC
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Government