Vanessa Libertad Garcia

Author, Filmmaker & Consultant / Speaker The Fiat Libertad Co.

  • Los Angeles CA

Expertise: Filmmaking, Self-Publishing, and Communities -- Gay & Lesbian, Latinos in the U.S., & Alcoholism

Contact

Social

Biography

Cuban-American writer & filmmaker Vanessa Libertad Garcia grew up between the burbs’ and hoods of Los Angeles, California. A graduate of Loyola Marymount University, she’s completed a myriad of successful projects in both the film and literary worlds. On a cinematic front, she’s worked on films that garnered the HSF/McNamara Arts Grant, debuted on PBS’ Independent Lens, and screened at top festivals such as The LA Film Fest, The Habana Film Fest, and Outfest. She’s had writings published by venerated literary staple "Lambda Literary" and the underground art & lit magazine "This Great Society." Her first book "The Voting Booth After Dark: Despicable, Embarrassing, Repulsive" is drawing laudable reviews from a variety of sources including "The San Francisco Examiner", "The Midwest Book Review" and "Blogcritics". It's purchasable as an e-book and paperback on Amazon.com, Barnes&Noble.com and many other bookstores such as GiovannisRoom.com. She is currently in development for her first feature film titled "Dear Dios", which is based on the books’ characters and her second book "Bloody Fucking Hell", a collection of love poetry. Ms. Garcia also consults on films in development and post-production stages, and serves as a speaker on issues pertaining to the GLBTQ, Latino and Alcoholic communities.

Industry Expertise

Writing and Editing
Motion Pictures and Film
Publishing

Areas of Expertise

Indie Filmmaking & Self-Publishing On Queer Latina/O Perspectives
The Glbtq Community & Alcoholism
Independent Filmmaking & Self-Publishing
Latinos Within the Glbtq Community
Gay / Lesbians & Latinos Within the Alcoholic Community

Accomplishments

Olivia (Short Fiction Film - ASSOCIATE PRODUCER) 2009

Associate Producer: collaborated with producers on production and distribution.

Touring the Film Festival Circuit
Frameline Film Festival: June 10’
Ann Arbor Film Festival: March 11

Dear Dios (Feature Film - WRITER & DIRECTOR) 2007 - PRESENT

Writer, Director, Producer of narrative feature film.

Finished Screenplay shopping for a Co-Producer.

The Fiat Libertad Co. (Film Consultant & Traveling Speaker) 2007 - PRESENT

Consult filmmakers on refining film projects in development & post-production stages.
Re-work screenplays into polished drafts. Advise on editing and sound design.
Clients: BAFTA Nominee Sara Sugarman, Tribeca All Access Recipient Ana Margarita Albelo, etc.

Speaker on Panels and Q&A at Book Fairs, Film Festivals & Educational Institutions.
Roster: The Latino Book & Family Festival, Outfest: The LA Gay & Lesbian Film Festival, etc.

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Education

Loyola Marymount University

FITS Europe Germany Satellite Program

2003 - 2004
An intensive ten-month program in Duesseldorf, Germany that immersed students in all aspects of filmmaking such as producing, shooting, directing, editing, lighting, and sound.

Loyola Marymount University

BFA

Major: Film Production, Minor: Theatre

2005

• Graduated Cum Laude, 2005
• National Dean’s List, (2001, 02, 03, 04, 05)

The Los Angeles County High School for the Arts

High School Diploma

Theatre

2001

• Graduated Gold Seal Bearer, California Scholarship Federation, 2001
• Honor Roll, (1997-98, 1998-99, 2000-01)

Style

Availability

  • Keynote
  • Moderator
  • Panelist
  • Workshop Leader
  • Host/MC
  • Author Appearance

Fees

$275 to $500
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