Hi, I'm Diana Paez, a creative professional with over 10 years of experience capturing authentic human stories across events, weddings, branded content, and documentaries. I have a passion for storytelling, which I bring to every project, whether it's a corporate gala, a community event, or an intimate documentary. Currently, I work as a Creative Producer at the Centre for Multicultural Youth, where I co-lead storytelling projects with migrant and refugee-background youth. I also freelance as a documentary filmmaker and videographer, crafting visual stories that connect deeply with audiences. I love collaborating with communities to bring their stories to life through film.…

Diana Paez

Hi, I'm Diana Paez, a creative professional with over 10 years of experience capturing authentic human stories across events, weddings, branded content, and documentaries. I have a passion for storytelling, which I bring to every project, whether it's a corporate gala, a community event, or an intimate documentary. Currently, I work as a Creative Producer at the Centre for Multicultural Youth, where I co-lead storytelling projects with migrant and refugee-background youth. I also freelance as a documentary filmmaker and videographer, crafting visual stories that connect deeply with audiences. I love collaborating with communities to bring their stories to life through film.…

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Hi, I’m Diana Paez, a creative professional with over 10 years of experience capturing authentic human stories across events, weddings, branded content, and documentaries. I have a passion for storytelling, which I bring to every project, whether it’s a corporate gala, a community event, or an intimate documentary.

Currently, I work as a Creative Producer at the Centre for Multicultural Youth, where I co-lead storytelling projects with migrant and refugee-background youth. I also freelance as a documentary filmmaker and videographer, crafting visual stories that connect deeply with audiences. I love collaborating with communities to bring their stories to life through film.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Producer at Centre for Multicultural Youth (CMY)
January 1, 2025 - June 4, 2025
Co-led Living Stories, a storytelling project with migrant and refugee-background youth in Ballarat. Planned and delivered creative workshops focused on documentary-making, cultural identity, and belonging. Directed short documentaries and video poems in collaboration with young people and community facilitators. Facilitated interviews and supported participants in sharing their lived experiences through film.
Freelance Documentary Filmmaker & Visual Artist at Self-employed
January 1, 2017 - June 4, 2025
Produced and directed award-winning and commissioned documentaries such as 'Nuestras Voces' and 'A Place to Call Home'. Created short films, case studies, and advocacy videos for community organizations. Developed projection work including public art pieces for festivals.
Video Producer at Carer Solutions
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Produced over 15 case study videos highlighting lived experiences of people with disabilities and brand videos. Managed scripting, filming, editing, and creation of social media content.
Videographer and Photographer at Refugee Migrant Children Centre (RMCC)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
Created educational, event, and promotional videos supporting the mission of the Refugee Migrant Children Centre in Melbourne.
Freelance Event & Wedding Videographer at Self-employed
January 1, 2017 - June 23, 2024
Captured corporate galas, award nights, weddings, and community events across Melbourne and Ballarat. Delivered short highlight videos, ceremony coverage, and social-ready edits tailored to each client’s style. Worked both independently and with photographers/event teams to ensure smooth coverage and quick delivery. Prioritised capturing natural, emotive moments while managing technical quality under event conditions.
Creative Producer at Centre for Multicultural Youth (CMY)
January 1, 2025 - June 23, 2024
Co-led Living Stories, a storytelling project with migrant and refugee-background youth in Ballarat. Planned and delivered creative workshops focused on documentary-making, cultural identity, and belonging. Directed and edited short documentaries and video poems in collaboration with young people and community facilitators. Facilitated interviews and supported participants in sharing their lived experiences through film.
Freelance Documentary Filmmaker & Visual Artist at Self-employed
January 1, 2017 - June 23, 2024
Produced and edited award-winning feature and short documentaries focused on diverse social issues such as Latin American voices in Australia and women’s rights. Created short films, case studies, and advocacy videos for community organisations. Developed projection works including public art pieces.
Videographer and Photographer at RMCC
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
Produced event and promotional videos and photographs focusing on community engagement and education.
Freelance Event & Wedding Videographer at Self-employed
January 1, 2017 - June 5, 2024
Captured corporate galas, award nights, weddings, and community events across Melbourne and Ballarat. Delivered short highlight videos, ceremony coverage, and social media edits tailored to each client. Worked independently and with event teams, prioritizing natural, emotive moments while ensuring technical quality under event conditions.
Creative Producer at Centre for Multicultural Youth (CMY)
January 1, 2025 - June 5, 2024
Co-led Living Stories, a storytelling project with migrant and refugee-background youth in Ballarat. Planned and delivered workshops on documentary-making, cultural identity, and belonging. Directed and edited short documentaries and video poems in collaboration with communities, facilitating interviews and supporting participants in sharing their lived experiences through film.
Freelance Documentary Filmmaker & Visual Artist at Self-employed
January 1, 2017 - June 5, 2024
Produced and edited award-winning documentaries such as Nuestras Voces, a feature doc on Latin American voices in Australia, and short commissioned works like A Place to Call Home. Created short films, case studies, advocacy videos for community organizations, and public art projections including "Woven In" for Hidden 2025 Ballarat.
Videographer and Photographer at RMCC
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
Produced event and promotional videos.

Education

Bachelor of Creative Arts at Deakin University
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017
Bachelor of Creative Arts at Deakin University
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017
Bachelor's at Deakin University
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017

Qualifications

Graphic Design & Visual Storytelling – RMIT Short Course
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Storytelling for Change course – Small Giants Academy
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Hidden Festival projection art residency – Centre for Projection Art
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
BRMC Speaker Workshop Series
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Graphic Design & Visual Storytelling – RMIT Short Course
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Graphic Design & Visual Storytelling – RMIT Short Course
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Professional Services, Other
    paper Event Highlight Video – She Rises Summit

    Filmed and edited the official highlight video for the She Rises Summit, a large-scale women’s leadership event held at The Capitol Theatre in Melbourne, attended by over 500 guests. Captured the energy and emotion of the day using multiple cameras and clean audio from speakers. Used dynamic editing and music to enhance impact, delivering a powerful summary of keynote moments, panel discussions, and audience engagement.

    Watch here:

    paper Brand Video - Carer Solutions

    Led the creation of a brand video that authentically conveys the purpose and values of Carer Solutions, an organisation supporting people with disabilities. Filmed and edited the full piece, weaving in real case study footage to create a well-rounded, human-centred representation of the company’s impact and services. Also produced multiple social media assets in various formats (1:1, 9:16) for use across the company’s digital platforms.

    Watch brand video here:

    Also created over 14 case study videos and multiple resources, such us:

    paper Wedding coverage and post production- cultural weddings

    Experience in multiple multicultural weddings. As an example wedding below, where I documented the whole day and also exported specific sections like Nikka Ceremony and Highlight video.

    Highlight video:
    Nikka Ceremony:

    paper Wedding Highlight video - Mireia & Shane

    Film and edited a full wedding documentary video and a highlight video.

    Watch highlight here:

    paper Documentary Feature – Nuestras Voces (Our Voices)

    Director and editor of Nuestras Voces, an award-winning 88-minute feature documentary highlighting the stories of Latin American migrants in Australia. The film explores themes of identity, belonging, and multiculturalism through intimate interviews and community-driven storytelling. Officially selected by international festivals in Toronto and LA, and premiered in Australia with Palace Films’ Spanish Film Festival in 2022.

    Watch Trailer here: