Alessandra is a solutions-driven filmmaker and photographer dedicated to addressing critical societal issues through visual storytelling. Guided by a deep commitment to creating meaningful impact, she transitioned from the art world into journalism and film production.

She believes film and photography are powerful instruments for change. Through her “Storytelling for Impact” approach, she crafts compelling narratives that invite audiences to see the world through a different lens—and inspire meaningful action.

She leads projects from concept development through final delivery, ensuring that every creative decision strengthens and elevates the core message. Her visual language is designed to create immersive experiences, drawing viewers into complex, multi-layered stories.

Beyond films, she curates the photographic documentation of her projects. Her style is rooted in environmental portraiture, documentary photography, and photojournalism. She also undertakes photography-only commissions, combining versatility and experimentation across a broad range of visual content.

Awards & Acknowledgments

2024

South Africa in 10 iconic images | The Independent Photographer

photo 2: “Blessing”. Mpumalanga, South Africa, December 2020. Featured by

The Independent Photographer amongst the biggest South African photographers.

2023

“Shifting Power” premiered at COP28 in Dubai, UAE, December 2023

and screened at COP16 in Bogota’, Colombia, October 2024. Translated in 5+ languages.

“Dressing the Princess” screened on Waterbear Network

and winner of the EcoFilm Price Award – Science Film Festival (Goethe Institute)

“Disorder” released in the United States. IMDB mention – Camera Department

“Great African Escapes” US history channel. IMDB mention – Camera Department

2022

African Voices for Africa’s People | African Climate Reality Project winner of the UN Agora Award

“MyClimateAction”. Premiered at COP27 in Sharm El Sheik, Egypt, November 2022

and at the UN Headquarters in New York. Alongside the screening of the film,

COP27 showcased the photo exhibition of Ewi and the community in Limbe, Cameroon.

After COP the exhibition travelled through 10 African capitals as a tool for the

advocacy work of the African Climate Reality Project climate leaders

who encourage communities to take part in decision-making processes.

“Dressing the Princess” short film IMDB mention – Film Editor.

2021

“Not on Our Soil” screened on Waterbear Network.

A five episode docuseries – Gender, Community, Civil Society, Youth, Journalism.