Andrea Patiño Contreras

Andrea Patiño Contreras is a bilingual visual journalist, filmmaker, and editor originally from Bogotá, Colombia, currently based in Boston.1 She is the co-founder of the visual production studio Rabbit Raccoon.1

Professional Background

Andrea's work primarily focuses on:

• Migration and mobility
• Latino community in the U.S. and Latin America
• Gender and sexual violence

Her latest film, "#IamVanessaGuillen," explores the mental health impact of survivors of military sexual violence.1

Education and Expertise

Andrea's approach to journalism is influenced by her background in cultural anthropology, which taught her to view the world through a human-centered lens.1 She recently completed a Nieman Fellowship at Harvard University, where she studied ways to improve trauma-informed practices when reporting on vulnerable populations, particularly survivors of sexual violence.1

Awards and Recognition

Andrea's work has received numerous accolades, including:

• Livingston Awards for Excellence in National Reporting (2023)
• Webby Awards for Best Documentary: Longform Video (2021)
• Emmy Award nominations
• Murrow Awards
• Gracie Awards
• Picture of the Year International recognition1

Additional Information

Besides her work in visual journalism, Andrea is also a ceramics artist.1 She is open to collaborations and can be contacted at patino.andrea [at] gmail [dot] com.1