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Gustavo S.

Brand Storyteller & Lead Videographer | End-to-End Video Production

🎬 Engage. Inspire. Transform. Most of my video productions are found at AwakeAcademy(dot)org Core Expertise: ✅ Self-Shooting Director & Editor with 20+ years of experience translating concepts into engaging visual narratives. ✅ Branded Content Creation & Instructional Design specializing in crafting impactful videos for e-learning and brand communication. Experience Highlights: ✨ CEO & Creative Director, Awake Academy - an e-learning platform focused on well-being and personal development. ✨ Collaborations with renowned experts like Dr. James R. Doty (Stanford University) and Dr. Paul Gilbert (University of Derby) to create impactful online courses. ✨ Extensive experience in video production for diverse clients, including educational institutions, NGOs, and businesses. Values & Approach: 🤝 Committed to authenticity, ethics, and promoting well-being through my work. 🎉Passionate about crafting meaningful stories that resonate with audiences and achieve communication goals. 🚀 Dedicated to delivering high-quality work that exceeds expectations. Additional Experience: 🎓 E-Learning Video Production Specialist 📚 Media & Technology Tutor Assistant 🎶 Music Composition & Sound Design I am confident that my unique blend of technical skills, creative vision, and commitment to quality will make me a valuable asset to any project. 🌟 Collaboration Partnerships: 📌 Oxford University (Oxford Mindfulness Centre) 📌 Stanford University (CCARE) 📌 UK Parliament (Mindful Nation UK) 📌 Mind UK - mental health charity (Rainbow Mind) 📌 The Mindfulness Initiative (Innovations in Mindfulness Awards) 📌 Younity.one (Psi Online GmbH) 📌 Veritas Art Auctioneers Portugal 📌 And more... 💼 Skills: ✅ Branded Content Creation (marketing, advertising, and internal communications) ✅ E-Learning Video Production Specialist (translating knowledge into engaging video lessons with professional visuals, sound, and instructional design) ✅ Creative Script-Writing & Inspirational Visual Storytelling ✅ Self-Shooting Director & Videographer ✅ Cinematographer ✅ Gimbal Steadicam Operator ✅ Creative Video Editor ✅ 2D Motion Graphics (using pre-made illustrations) ✅ Masterful Music Composition (instrumental, classical, world music, spiritual music, shamanic, pop rock, progressive rock, folk, jazz, and more) ✅ Sound Design, Mixing & Mastering ✅ Professional Sound Recordist (including noise reduction, echo/reverb attenuation, and masterization) ✅ Noise reduction for audio ✅ Noise reduction for video ✅ Reverb / echo removal or attenuation 🔥 Specializations: ✅ Interviews With B-roll ✅ Educational Videos / Online Courses / Training Videos ✅ Insightful Tutorials & Instructional Videos ✅ Documentary Filmmaker for Personal Biographies. ✅ Nurturing Wellbeing, Mental Health & Spirituality ✅ Empowering Charity & Social Awareness Initiatives ✅ Compelling Documentaries & Arts Showcases ✅ Music & Arts ✅ Promotional Videos ✅ Explainer Videos ✅ Genuine Testimonial Video Narratives Let's collaborate to captivate minds, inspire change, and unfold stories that truly matter. Connect with me today to harness the power of authentic and engaging video and musical experiences.

🇬🇧London, United Kingdom$75/hr100% JSS5.00 (20)Since Jun 2017

Earnings and projects

MRR
$557

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#73,466 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#1,398 / 10.7k
Revenue, last 30 days
$0

Last 6 months: $3.3k

Total earnings
$16k

Billed in all: $16k

World#159,903 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#3,761 / 10.7k
Per project
$745

$1.7k in the last 6 months

World#147,559 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#3,686 / 10.7k
Projects, last 6 months
2

Across 4 contracts

75% fixed25% hourly
World#88,921 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#1,969 / 10.7k
Projects in all
21

Across 25 contracts

72% fixed28% hourly
World#128,798 / 412k
🇬🇧Country#3,421 / 10.7k

Earnings, last 30 days

$16kNothing earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$15.8k$16.0k$16.2k$16.4kOct 9Oct 24Nov 8

Skill rankings: Top 11% in Scriptwriting

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