RRAbout Rocío
Driven by ambitious projects, I specialize in bringing bold ideas to life through strategic thinking and creative execution. Over the past seven years, I've focused on climate change campaigns and projects, working with leading NGOs in international, remote settings alongside diverse teams across the globe to drive meaningful impact.
Spanish
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent
Portuguese
Conversational
Remote only
Primarily works remotely
Experience
- Leave it in the Ground Initiative (LINGO)Protected Carbon Project CoordinatorENVIRONMENTALApril 2024 - February 2025 (10 months)• Engaged with government officials from +46 countries to advocate for including potential CO2 emissions from fossil fuel projects in national NDCs. Developed key advocacy and presentation materials.• Led strategic outreach efforts, organizing and facilitating high-level meetings to introduce the project and promote fossil fuel phase-out as a climate mitigation strategy.• Supported the integration of financial incentives for non-extraction, enhancing the project's appeal as a viable climate solution.• Played a key role in organizing events at COP16 and COP29, where the Colombian Ministry of Mines expressed its intent to phase out coal extraction, and engaged with Parliamentarians for a Fossil Free Future on NDC proposals.• Strengthened partnerships with NGOs and networks such as CAN-LA and GGON, supporting their fossil fuel phase-out and offshore campaigns with relevant data.• Presented the Protected Carbon project at a CAN-LA event for communicators in El Salvador, reinforcing engagement with regional NGOs.• Continued advocacy efforts for the protection of the Marawah Biosphere Reserve, including the release of a report on UNESCO sites threatened by fossil fuel projects and a formal letter to UNESCO.
- International Wow CompanyAssociate Producer - The Welcome TableFILM AND AVMarch 2023 - April 2024 (1 year and 1 month)• Contributed to the production of The Welcome Table, a feature documentary on climate displacement directed by Oscar-nominated and Emmy-winning filmmaker Josh Fox, set to premiere on HBO in 2025.• Supported the production of key segments filmed in Italy and Australia.• Prepared for a planned segment in Bangladesh, which was ultimately not filmed due to political instability during the country's elections.• Established partnerships with organizations such as BRAC, Sea-Watch, and SOS Mediterranée to enhance the film's impact.• Developed pitch presentations for funding opportunities and created grant databases to support fundraising efforts.• Prepared grant application materials, contributing to the project's outreach and financial strategy.
- 350Producer / Co-Director - This is frackingENVIRONMENTALJune 2021 - March 2023 (1 year and 9 months)• Co-directed, produced, scripted, and researched This is Fracking, a feature documentary on the environmental and social impacts of the fossil fuel industry in Patagonia.• Led a multidisciplinary team, including editors, animators, designers, musicians, and sound professionals.• Conducted interviews in five Argentine provinces, ensuring a balance between affected communities' voices and expert analysis.• Strengthened 350.org's relationships with key national organizations, including Periodistas x el Planeta, FARN, and Confederación Mapuche de Neuquén.• Developed a strategic content approach, repurposing documentary segments (animations, fake ads, and expert interviews) for social media outreach.• Managed a low-budget production while maximizing engagement through creative storytelling techniques.
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Education
- Diplomatura, Leadership of Women in STEMMHomeward Bound Project2024Diplomatura, Leadership of Women in STEMM
- Bachelor's degreeUniversidad de Palermo2014Bachelor's degree