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Andrii Berezin

Toronto

Summary

Based in Toronto, Canada, Andrii Berezin is a Ukrainian filmmaker. He was born and raised in Kyiv, Ukraine, but due to the war had to immigrate to Canada. Andrii found his passion for film in Ukrainian Film School in Kyiv, studying on the biggest film studio in Eastern Europe, and is an aspiring director, who also has experience in producing and editing. He dreams of including fragments of Ukrainian culture in his films, in order to add new colors to modern society. My film "A Call from Home" received it's premier at Toronto Shorts International Film Festival, and was selected to other festivals in Toronto and Montreal.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Story Producer & Editor

"Crippled Bodies, Wounded Souls"
03.2024 - Current
  • Took part in development of the story: from initial idea to the final concept
  • Took part in meetings and discussions with potential characters for the film
  • Interviewed characters of the film
  • Edited the pitching trailer, to receive further funding

Director

PSA for Canadian Center for Victims of Torture
09.2024 - 04.2025
  • Created the concept of the story
  • Made sure the final product aligns with the client’s goals and target audience.
  • Collaborated with other creatives to bring my vision to life
  • Guided performances, ensured the right tone
  • Supervised post-production process

1st Assistant Director

PSA for It Gets Better Canada
01.2024 - 04.2025
  • Created necessary documentation: Script Breakdown, Pre-Production Schedule, Shot List, Shooting Schedule, Call Sheets
  • Attended and supervised Camera & Sound tests
  • During production - managed and organized the workflow of the whole crew, ensuring the production is going according to the schedule

Camera Department Intern

Canada Film Equipment
01.2025 - 03.2025
  • Assisted heads of department to prepare the orders correctly and on-time
  • Learnt to create product photos for company's website & social media
  • Improved communications skill in a fast paced environment

1st Assistant Director

"Evergreen Avenue" - Short Film
09.2024 - 11.2024
  • Created and assisted creation of all necessary documentation during pre-production including: Preparation Schedule, Script Breakdown, Shot List, Shooting Schedule, Call sheets, Daily Production Reports.
  • Maintained clear communication across departments, to make sure all needed preparation is being done
  • Organized the workflow of the whole crew on set and made sure our production is on schedule


2nd Assistant Director

"With Every Broken Breath" - Short Film
09.2024 - 11.2024
  • Assisted 1st AD on set, helped organize the workflow of our crew
  • Stepped in as a 1st AD on third day, due to an emergency
  • Organized the workflow of the whole crew on set and made sure our production is on schedule

1st Assistant Director

"Brushstrokes of the Past" - Short Film
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Helped organize & attended casting sessions
  • Created and assisted creation of all necessary documentation during pre-production including: Preparation Schedule, Script Breakdown, Shot List, Shooting Schedule, Call sheets, Daily Production Reports
  • Attended and supervised Camera and Sound tests.
  • Managed and organized the workflow of the whole crew, ensuring the production is going according to the schedule

Director

"A Call From Home" - Short Documentary Film
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Developed the concept of the story and interviewed the characters of the film
  • Outlined and brought to my vision for the film
  • Directed and supervised all aspects of production from pre-production to the final cut of the film
  • Supervised post-production process

Education

Advanced Diploma - Film and Television Production

Humber Polytechnic
Toronto, ON
04.2025

Diploma - undefined

Ukrainian Film School
04.2022

Skills

  • Developing Unique Creative Vision
  • Story & Concept Development
  • Directing & Writing experience
  • Time & Crew Management
  • Adaptability
  • Effective Communication
  • Technical Skills in Davinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere, Avid Media Composer

Languages

English
Full Professional
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Camera Department Intern

Canada Film Equipment
01.2025 - 03.2025

Director

PSA for Canadian Center for Victims of Torture
09.2024 - 04.2025

1st Assistant Director

"Evergreen Avenue" - Short Film
09.2024 - 11.2024

2nd Assistant Director

"With Every Broken Breath" - Short Film
09.2024 - 11.2024

Story Producer & Editor

"Crippled Bodies, Wounded Souls"
03.2024 - Current

1st Assistant Director

PSA for It Gets Better Canada
01.2024 - 04.2025

1st Assistant Director

"Brushstrokes of the Past" - Short Film
01.2024 - 04.2024

Director

"A Call From Home" - Short Documentary Film
09.2023 - 12.2023

Diploma - undefined

Ukrainian Film School

Advanced Diploma - Film and Television Production

Humber Polytechnic
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