Storyteller | Designer | Filmmaker | Photographer
About me
Nazareth Araújo is an honors graduate of the University of New Brunswick (UNB), where she completed a degree in Media Arts and Cultures. During her time at UNB, she held leadership roles as President of the Media Arts and Cultures Student Society and Art Director of The Brunswickan, UNB's student publication.
Originally from Recife, Brazil, Nazareth developed a strong foundation in visual storytelling through photography, design, and filmmaking. This early creative work continues to shape her approach to content strategy and user-centered communication.
Gallery
Photography has always been a way for Nazareth to observe and understand the world around her. What began as a personal creative outlet grew into a tool for visual storytelling. She captures people, places, and moments with intention and curiosity. These selected images reflect her ongoing interest in narrative, context, and the role visuals play in shaping perception.
Videography
Visual stories, whether narrative or documentary, have the power to spark emotion, shift perspective, and inspire action. Through her work in photography, Nazareth developed a strong interest in filmmaking. On set, she was especially drawn in cinematography and editing, where she could shape how stories were seen and felt. The projects below include film work she created or contributed to during the early exploration of visual storytelling.
Leaving (2019)
Produced in a fourth-year course at the University of New Brunswick, Nazareth worked as producer and director of photography on this project. The film highlights her early focus on visual storytelling and collaboration.
Wilt (2019)
Created for Fredericton's 11th Annual 48 Hour Film Festival, Wilt featured Nazareth as the cinematographer. Her work on the project earned a nomination for Best Cinematography at the festival.
Blackbird (2019)
Produced during an Editing course, this project marked Nazareth's first exploration into stop-motion animation. It strengthened her technical editing skills and deepened her understanding of creative storytelling techniques.
Detective Milly (2017)
Produced during the Digital Production I course, Nazareth edited and performed in this short film, demonstrating her versatility both behind and in front of the camera.
Designs
Nazareth began developing design skills as an editor for her middle and high school yearbook. At the University of New Brunswick, she was appointed Assistant Art Director of The Brunswickan in her second year and later became Art Director, leading the publication’s visual design and collaborating with editorial teams to create effective, reader-focused layouts. Below are selected examples of spreads designed under her leadership.
Awards & Scholarships
UNB Scholarship for Academic Excellence, 2016 – 2017;
UNB Career Development Certificate, 2017;
Edwin Jacob Special University Scholarship, 2017 – 2018;
Juan Montavio Memorial Bursary, 2018;
Kate Westman Scholarship, 2018 – 2019;
Florence L. Murray Memorial Scholarship, 2018 – 2019;
Alumni Merit Award, 2018 – 2019;
Edwin Jacob Special University Scholarship, 2018 – 2019.
