Maria User
@mariauser18
Freelance journalist and culture/press writer focused on film festivals, interviews, and digital storytelling.
What I'm looking for
I’m a freelance journalist and culture-focused press professional with a B.A. in English Language & Literature and a minor in Sociology, with focus areas in literary theory, communication, media studies, film, and organisational structures. I bring a research-driven, editorial approach shaped by foundational studies in screen theory, dramaturgy, and media production.
On-site at Cannes Film Festival, I was recruited directly by a festival director, covered events as a press representative, and conducted interviews across film, sound design, and media—while monitoring real-time digital coverage to amplify the festival’s online presence during peak periods. I also deepen my production understanding through on-set supporting work on a major international streaming production, and I translate insights into campaigns from planning and performance analytics to community communications during Berlin Fashion Week.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Stand-In & Supporting Artist
Amazon Prime
Oct 2025 - Nov 2025 (1 month)
Worked alongside camera and lighting teams on a major streaming production, supporting blocking, framing, and technical rehearsals. Gained hands-on exposure to large-scale production logistics including scheduling, set hierarchy, and cross-department coordination.
Social Media Manager
Faircado
Jun 2025 - Jul 2025 (1 month)
Planned and executed social campaigns during Berlin Fashion Week across Reels, Stories, and influencer coordination. Managed community communications and used performance metrics to inform content and campaign strategy.
Retail & Brand Ambassador
Tommy Hilfiger / Tchibo GmbH
May 2023 - Oct 2024 (1 year 5 months)
Organised in-store sales events and promotional activations in a premium retail environment. Maintained CRM data using Salesforce and SAP, strengthening customer communication in high-volume interactions.
Freelance Journalist
La Semaine du Son
May 2025 - Present (1 year 1 month)
Covered Cannes Film Festival events as a press representative, conducting on-site interviews and representing the organisation throughout the festival. Monitored real-time digital coverage and amplified the online presence during peak periods.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg
Bachelor of Arts, English Language & Literature
Activities and societies: Minor in Sociology; focus areas included literary theory, communication, media studies, film, and organisational structures.
B.A. in English Language & Literature, graduating in December 2024. Minor in Sociology with focus areas including literary theory, communication, media studies, film, and organisational structures.
Universität Wien
Foundation Year, Theatre, Film & Media Studies
2020 - 2021
Activities and societies: Covered screen theory, dramaturgy, and media production.
Foundation studies in Theatre, Film & Media Studies from November 2020 to June 2021, covering screen theory, dramaturgy, and media production.
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