1. Maria Tornberg
www.tornbergphotography.com
mariatornberg@me.com
323.363.1598
Strong understanding of the photography industry. Highly adept and detail-oriented. Exceptional ability to
organize, analyze, and interpret information in terms of problem and resolution in quickly changing
environments. Superior ability to multi-task and work effectively under pressure in fast paced
environments. Resourceful, flexible and versatile in a variety of creative and business endeavors. Ability to
collaborate and communicate effectively. Extensive experience in public relations strategic planning and
execution for TV/Film and advertising. Natural, enthusiastic, personable and adaptable personality. Ability
to inspire and engage. Committed to innovative approaches and strategic thinking. Strong eye for editing
and selecting visual assets.
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Areas of Expertise
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong writing and editorial skills.
• Proficient in Word/Final Cut Pro/Adobe Photoshop.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• Able to work in fast paced environments and meet deadlines.
• Skilled at leveraging technology to create a competitive edge.
• Innovative mind with a strong creative vision.
• Committed to implementing integral business ethics.
• Pays rigorous attention to details and accuracy.
• Fluent in Swedish, German, French and Spanish.
Professional Experience
Tornberg Photography. Tornberg Productions. (06/2009– Present)
Portrait/Fashion/Advertising photographer. Unit still/Event photographer. Film/TV producer. Project
manager. Creative director. Film director.
Clients include, National commercial: VISA, NFL, HSBC, Toyota. Fashion brands: Ralph Lauren, Calvin
Klein, Thomas Wylde. Actors: Danny Trejo, Steven Bauer, Alexander Skarsgård, Bex Taylor-Klaus. Writer:
Salman Rushdie. Ad Agencies: BBDO, J. Walter Thompson. Magazines: Malibu Magazine, Hola
Magazine, GQ, Swedish Elle.
• Implemented production of campaign content and delivery for print, digital, and advertising media.
• Oversaw full production process for still photography and video content from ideation and pre-
production, through production and post.
• Responsibilities included writing and producing content.
• Brand management application.
• Executed production tasks of: client services, scheduling, crew and talent hire, and production logistics
for photoshoots. Supervised field shoots.
• Edited a high volume digital photography while ensuring quality under tight deadlines.
• Managed all aspects of day-to-day photography for several commercials and films.
• Scouted locations.
• Created campaign strategies to drive audience to content. Utilized social media platforms.
• Implemented and managed content and content development.
• Worked closely with talent agencies for brand development and management.
• Oversaw photography needs for premieres and events.

2. • Directed short film “Never Be Mine," winner of Best TV Pilot award at the Las Vegas International
Film Festival.
• Directed short film “The Empty Space In Between," winner of best short film at the Salento
International Film festival.
Traktor. Venice, CA (6/2008– 05/2010)
Production Coordinator.
• Casting.
• Worked with production on union and legal clearances.
• Hired and oversaw unit photographers.
• Script and schedule review.
• Consistently met tight daily and weekly deadlines in production and post-production.
• Managed budgets.
Education
UNIVERSITY OF LUND
• Film and Media Producing International Master Program.
UCLA
• Feature Film Writing.
• Television Writing.
• Business of Entertainment.
• Photography.
• Final Cut Pro.