Work Projects




The Original WildflowerVideography  & Photography
Client: Pompon Flower Shop
Amsterdam, Winter 2026

Why have people been giving each other flowers for thousands of years? Is it because flowers are beautiful, or because they symbolize sincere love? This question guided my project with Pompon Flower Shop, located in the Jordaan neighborhood in Amsterdam.

Through this project, I set out to capture the atmosphere of the shop and the artistry behind Pompon’s arrangements. The film follows the experience of stepping inside the space and being surrounded by wild, colorful flowers and meeting the team who brings these bouquets to life.




Good BeansVideography  & Photography
Client : Good Beans
Amsterdam, Winter 2026

There was something special about Good Beans café on Haarlemerdijk in Amsterdam . The 20-square-meter space had eclectic yet refined taste, resembling something out of Ferris Bueller's Day Off. UK garage and tribal dub played in the background as the smell of fresh coffee filled the air.

Fucking Strong Coffee is a specialty coffee brand from the owners of Good Beans, a small café tucked among the canals of Amsterdam. Their mission is to make specialty coffee more approachable by ethically-sourcing beans from independent producers and roasting them fresh in small batches.




Chateau MichelleVideography
Seattle, Spring 2021

During my time as a PR coordinator at Chateau Ste. Michelle winery, I produced a short film as part of a campaign highlighting the winery’s head winemakers. 

I was responsible for hiring the production company and supporting the shoot on set. Being on set, and bringing a story to life made me realize this was what I wanted to pursue. It took a few years to fully commit to that path, but today I’m focused on building a career in film production.




True DetectiveGrip Trainee
Iceland, Winter 2023

In the winter of 2023, I was hired as a Grip Trainee on Season 4 of True Detective, filmed in Iceland. I had recently moved from Seattle with the goal of getting involved in film production, and this was the project I had set my sights on. 

Over six months, I spent time with nearly every department from sound, camera, art department, assistant directors, and production assistants. I was trying to understand where I fit within the ecosystem of a film set. What I discovered was a fascination with the entire process. That experience shaped my direction to pursue a career as a producer, where I can be involved in bringing stores to life from beginning to end.


INNI MusicMusic Publishing Assistant
Iceland, Fall 2022

After working on True Detective, I joined INNI as a music publishing intern, where I spent five months supporting projects and gaining insights into music licensing for film and TV. 

I helped coordinate a songwriting camp at Greenhouse Studios with a Nordic music alliance between Iceland and Norway. I managed scheduling, logistics, and on-site support, while also documenting the sessions and building connections with artists.


Play Projects




Analogue Archive
Film Photography
Winter 2025 - Ongoing

I’ve always been fascinated by photography, but also by the process of finding the right camera. Over the course of a few years, I kept a running list of analogue cameras used by friends whose work I admired. The list grew over time based on a mutual love for photography. Eventually, the search came full circle when I was gifted my first film camera: the Ricoh FF-9. These are the images from my first few rolls.




PortraitsDigital Photography
Amsterdam, Winter 2026

There is something special about capturing an expression through a high-quality digital lens. The level of detail, the sharpness, the focus, the way light interacts with a subject, allows for moments to feel timeless. It’s a precision that draws me in and keeps me curious. 

My goal is to eventually build a space of my own and experiment, collaborate, and create work that feels intentional and personal.  Here are a few of the portraits I’ve taken recently.




For Flowers SakePhotography
Amsterdam, Winter 2026

For Flowers’ Sake is a still-life photography project that explores the emotional chemical responses triggered by receiving flowers. A simple gesture of offering a bouquet can evoke a wide spectrum of internal reactions, from joy and love, to grief and reflection. 

Each image is an interpretation of these responses, translated through form, light, and composition. Inspired by core neurochemicals such as dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, cortisol, and norepinephrine, as well as more complex emotional states like grief and ambiguity. The work seeks to visualize what is often invisible.




Music ArchiveMusic Journalism, DJ Mixes
Reykjavik, 2021-2025

This is a collection of music articles I wrote throughout 2025 for The Reykjavik Grapevine, covering Reykjavik’s electronic music scene. Through interviews with DJs and producers, I explored the artists shaping and pushing the scene forward. 

Alongside my writing, I’ve included a selection of DJ mixes from the past five years, reflecting my own practice and evolution as a DJ.


LILJA




Lilja María Jonsson
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I enjoy connecting and understanding what makes people unique. I’m naturally drawn to roles where I can coordinate with creatives and help projects run smoothly. I’ve developed strong organizational skills that work well on film sets. I’m calm, proactive, and comfortable working with many different personalities, and I enjoy helping teams do their best work.

My long-term goal is to grow within production and continue developing my skills in the film industry. I’m especially drawn to roles where communication, organization, and people skills are essential. I bring a collaborative, professional, and playful mindset to every project, along with a curiosity for how things work. I value perseverance, growth, and kindness within a team, and I enjoy contributing to environments where people feel supported and motivated.



Education
Washington State University
Bachelors of Arts, Strategic Communications & Advertising
2017

SAE Institute Amsterdam
Video Production  (Certificate)
Sept. 2025 - Jan. 2026


EmploymentFeb 2024 -
July 2025
1 yr 6 mos

Marketing & Communications Manager
Godo  (Full-time)

Godo is a B2B travel-tech company based in Reykjavik, Iceland that specializes in hotel software and property management solutions. 

Developed multi-channel strategies for lead generation across paid media, CRM, and organic content, resulting in 10% engagement. 
Project managed a new company website redesign, partnering with a creative agency.
Conducted a comprehensive client segmentation analysis across the customer base to identify lifetime value trends.


Aug 2023 -
Jan 2024
6 mos
Music Publishing & Licensing Assistant
INNI Music  (Part-time)

INNI is an independent music publishing and record label company representing a diverse catalog of producers, composers, and songwriters. 

Maintained the internal music catalog, ensuring accurate metadata, rights ownership, and licensing information.
Supported music pitch efforts by drafting emails to music supervisors.
Curated playlists featuring new releases from the INNI catalog.


Nov 2022 -
April 2023
6 mos
Grip Trainee
HBO True Detective S. 4    (Full-time)

True Detective Season 4 was produced by HBO with Icelandic production company True North and filmed on location in Iceland.

Assisted the grip department with equipment setup, rigging, and on-set logistics during production. 
Gained first-hand experience with multiple departments while developing technical production skills and professional set etiquette.




Nov 2022 -
April 2023
6 mos
PR & Communications Specialist
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates  (Full-time)

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is the parent company of Washington State’s founding winery and largest producer, Chateau Ste. Michelle.

Coordinated local and national press tours with journalists from leading outlets, including Forbes, Vogue, Buzzfeed, and more resulting in over 1M impressions over 3 years. 
Managed the production of a three-part video series highlighting head winemakers. 
Developed and executed the corporate LinkedIn strategy, generating 1.8M impressions, 10% engagement, and 13,000 new followers in 3 year period.



SkillsVideo ProductionRelational Intelligence
Empathy
Active Listening
Detecting unspoken tension
Navigating conflict
MarketingVideo production coordination
On-set production support
Video Editing (Davinci Resolve)
Story development & visual storytelling
Shot planning 
Short documentary 
Grip / set technical support

Campaign planning 
Content strategy
Audience segmentation & analytics
Brand storytelling
Cross-platform marketing
Performance tracking & development
Short-form content strategy
Music IndustryMusic licensing knowledge
Sync pitching basics
Rights awareness (publishing + master)
Artist relations
Metadata organization
Music supervision support
Creative problem-solving