Senior Team
Ana Coelho
Director
Ana Coelho, born and raised in southern Brazil, came to the Savannah College of Art and Design to make films that get down to the connective tissue that binds us to each other and the world around us. She is particularly drawn to women’s stories. In her eyes, the power of cinema lies in its union of every other form of art: an alchemical process that results in more than the sum of its parts. When she is not on set, Ana can be found sketching, writing, photographing, or reading.
Marija Krkovic
Producer
Marija Krkovic is a producer from Belgrade, Serbia. At 17, she moved to the United States to pursue new opportunities, attending Wasatch Academy before continuing her studies at the Savannah College of Art and Design. At SCAD, she founded the Women in Film Club to promote equal opportunities and support diverse voices in filmmaking. Marija focuses on projects that explore social and cultural issues, believing in cinema’s power to spark conversation, highlight underrepresented stories, and challenge societal norms.
Anna Schmeichel
Producer
From Cincinnati, Ohio, Anna Schmeichel is a dedicated filmmaker with a deep appreciation for every stage of the creative process. Throughout her time at SCAD, she has embraced a wide range of roles, from Producer to Sound Editor, she demonstrates her versatility and commitment to understanding and supporting each department. Anna strives to be a filmmaker who values the details, collaborates thoughtfully, and contributes to every project she takes on. Her passion for filmmaking is driven by a mission to elevate women’s voices and advocate for equal representation within the industry.
Alessa Maiuri
Director of Photography
Alessa Maiuri is a filmmaker from Massachusetts with seven years of experience, having begun her film journey in 2018. While studying at the Savannah College of Art and Design, she has worked on over sixty productions, exploring roles across departments. Alessa started out in the lighting department, where she discovered her love for cinematography and the expressive potential of light. At 21, she continues to build a career rooted in collaboration, visual storytelling, and craft.
Lais Sabino
Production Designer
Hailing from Brazil, Lais Sabino is a production designer whose work combines research, symbolism, and creativity. She explores a variety of mediums to expand her artistic process and is inspired by historical and boundary-pushing cinematic sets. Lais creates immersive environments that blur the line between reality and imagination, often incorporating virtual and 3D elements with meticulous detail. She loves transforming abstract ideas into tangible worlds and is driven by the ways audiences connect with the depth and intention behind her designs.
