Next availability:
December 8, 2025
Hi! I am Amanda, an enthusiastic filmmaker passionate about storytelling through the lens of cinema. With a diverse background in directing, screenwriting, and editing, I thrive on bringing creative visions to life. I believe in the power of film to connect people and evoke emotions, and I dedicate myself to creating meaningful narratives that resonate with audiences.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Language
Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Italian
Beginner
Work Experience
Writer and Director at Independent Projects
January 1, 2024 - November 6, 2025Directed and wrote multiple short films, including Wings and Red Like You, showcasing themes of resilience and humanity.
Boom Operator at Noseeums (feature)
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023Handled sound capture on set, ensuring high-quality audio for the feature film production located in Tallahassee, FL.
Co-Founder at Ibifest - Film Festival
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021Co-founded a film festival aimed at promoting indie filmmakers in Brazil.
Editor at Criola Camera Studio
February 11, 2019 - May 31, 2019I was an assistant editor for a documentary.
Boom Operator, Assistant Editor and Social Media at Sallva Films
October 29, 2017 - December 29, 2019Assisted in audio capture, editing, and managed social media presence for the studio's projects.
Filmmaker and editor at Alma 9 Agency
August 2, 2015 - September 7, 2025Filmming and editing adds for TV and social media.
Writer and Director at Independent
January 1, 2017 - November 6, 2025I have written and directed several short films that have been showcased at various film festivals.
Boom Operator at Noseeums (feature)
January 1, 2023 - November 6, 2025Responsible for capturing high-quality audio on set, working closely with the director to achieve artistic goals.
Co-Founder at Ibifest
January 1, 2021 - November 6, 2025Co-founded the Ibifest film festival in Ibitinga, Brazil, fostering local and international filmmakers.
Jury at Bento Gonçalves Film Festival
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Served as part of the jury panel for the festival, evaluating and selecting outstanding films.
Editor at Criola Camera Studio
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Edited short films and fashion films, working closely with directors to realize their visions.
Video Assist & Editor at Karine Basilio Fashion Film Studio
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Provided editing support and video assistance for fashion film productions.
Boom Operator, Assistant Editor and Social Media at Sallva Films
January 1, 2017 - November 6, 2025Contributed to sound production and post-production tasks while managing social media presence.
Writer and Director at Independent Films
January 1, 2017 - November 7, 2025Wrote and directed multiple short films including 'Wings' and 'Red Like You'. Focused on storytelling, character development, and visual aesthetics.
Boom Operator at Noseeums (feature)
January 1, 2023 - November 7, 2025Handled audio capture on set, ensuring high-quality sound recording during filming.
Co-Founder at Ibifest
January 1, 2021 - November 7, 2025Co-founded a film festival in Brazil to promote independent films and encourage local filmmakers.
Boom Operator, Assistant Editor and Social Media at Sallva Films
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017Worked in various roles including sound and editing while managing social media outreach.
Education
Master in Directing at College of Motion Picture Arts — Florida State University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024Major in Communications with a Minor in Film at Fundacao Armando Alvares Penteado
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019Filmmaking at New York Film Academy, Los Angeles
January 1, 2017 - January 29, 2017Screenwriting Conservatory at Academia Internacional de Cinema, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020Sound Program at Academia Internacional de Cinema, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021Directing Course at Academia Internacional de Cinema, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019Cinematography at Ateliê Bucareste, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019Directing Program at Instituto de Cinema, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Directing at Rio Cinema Digital, Rio de Janeiro
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Master in Directing at College of Motion Picture Arts — Florida State University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024Major in Communications with a Minor in Film at Fundacao Armando Alvares Penteado
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019Filmmaking at New York Film Academy, Los Angeles
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017Screenwriting Conservatory at Academia Internacional de Cinema, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020Sound Program at Academia Internacional de Cinema, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Directing Course at Academia Internacional de Cinema, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Cinematography at Ateliê Bucareste, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Directing Program at Instituto de Cinema, São Paulo, BR
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018Directing at Rio Cinema Digital, Rio de Janeiro
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020Qualifications
Best Director of Fantasy Film
November 6, 2018 - November 6, 2025At London Director's Awards
Best Fantasy Film
October 13, 2025 - November 6, 2025At the Mystic Film Festival
Best Fantasy Film
February 10, 2025 - November 6, 2025At the CENFLO film festival.
Best Foreign Film
June 24, 2019 - November 6, 2025Best Cinematography
November 6, 2025 - November 6, 2025Best Cinematography
November 6, 2025 - December 7, 2020Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education
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