MY Story
It started with a pirated copy of Sony Vegas Pro and a dream of winning a short film competition.
The prompt was to create a film trailer for a film you would like to see made so I gathered some friends and took on most of the roles. You can watch it here to have a laugh.
I didn't win that competition but my love for editing was ignited as I realized how much I enjoyed filmmaking.
ABOUT ME NOW
Mariana is a Film and Video editor based in Toronto with experience in narrative, documentary and short-form content. Her editing credits include feature films Ballistic (2025), The Bryce Lee Story (2026), and an upcoming special episode of the CSA Award winning show, County Blooms. She is also known for her role as editor in various short films, including award-winning films Mawtini (2023) and Cry Baby Cry (2025) both screening in many festivals across Canada and internationally. Her work has screened at festivals globally, including VIFF, Canadian Film Festival, Reel Asian Film Festival. Her love for storytelling and collaborating with others has enhanced her knowledge, professionalism and creative flair.
Mariana is also an experienced commercial and social media video editor. She has edited commercials for Procter & Gamble brands Tide, Bounce and Downy, Dr. Oetker Pizza, as well as created videos for brands such as Sephora, Astro and Canadian Tire.
She has distinguished herself in her field not only as a talented storyteller, but also as an enthusiastic and insightful collaborator. Mariana is an alum of the Canadian Film Centre Editor’s Lab, and an associate member of the CCE. When she is not editing, Mariana is found biking around the city, knitting, or enjoying some quality time with her pets.
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Photo Credit: Calvin Campos