Mercia Vorster
South Africa (available internationally) ¦ 065 086 5241 ¦ merciavorster3@gmail.com ¦
Professional Summary
Creative and versatile filmmaker, director, and photographer with experience across short films,
commercials, music videos, and narrative projects. Skilled in multiple aspects of film production including
directing, writing, wardrobe, casting, and script supervision. Founder of AmeriFilms production company,
with a proven record of delivering impactful stories and visuals. Experienced working in international
productions across South Africa and the USA.
Experience
Founder / Director ̶ AmeriFilms
2022 ‒ Present ¦ South Africa
• Directed and produced two short films and a music video under independent production company.
• Oversaw all aspects of pre-production, directing, and post-production.
• Developed creative concepts, managed cast and crew, and coordinated production schedules.
Director / Videographer ̶ JamesStarlinPictures
2022 ‒ Present ¦ Seattle, USA (remote / international)
• Directed and filmed weddings, commercials, nonprofit projects, and music videos.
• Colaborated with US-based teams to create high-quality content for diverse clients.
• Maintained consistent creative vision while adapting to client needs.
Unit Production Manager / 1st Assistant Director ̶ Electric Shock Productions
2023 ‒ 2024
• Worked as Unit Production Manager on Off The Line and Jack Harrison: Rogue Protocol.
• Served as 1st Assistant Director on Jack Harrison: Rogue Protocol, managing scheduling and on-set
workflow.
Script Supervisor ̶ Film 'Starr and Angel'
2024
• Ensured script continuity across scenes and maintained detailed production notes.
Au Pair ̶ Cultural Care Au Pair
2021 ‒ 2023 ¦ Seattle, USA
• Provided childcare while gaining cultural and international work experience.
Preschool Teacher ̶ Silvia’s Ark
2019 ‒ 2020 ¦ Potchefstroom, South Africa
• Taught and cared for preschool-aged children, supporting early education development.
Education & Training
• Photography Diploma, Potchefstroom Academy ¦ 2018 ‒ 2019
• TEFL Certification ¦ Completed
• Acting Certificate, Brümilda van Rensburg Acting Classes ¦ 2020
Skills
• Film Directing & Producing
• Screenwriting & Script Supervision
• Wardrobe & Casting Direction
• Photography & Videography
• Production Management
• Acting (trained)