Sara Serna, Digital Compositor

Who are you :

I’m Sara Serna and I’m 29 years old

Your current job :

I work as a Digital Compositor at Zeppelin Creative Studio. I also work as a freelancer, making music videos and music label artworks.

In which city are you located?

I’m from Colombia but I’m currently living in Lima, Perú.

A word to define what kind of worker you are :

Details

What tools are essential to your life (app, software, etc..)

After Effects, Nuke and DragonFrame. Scissors and old magazines.

What does your office space look like?

It is messy when I take the scissors. Surrounded by vintage magazines. And my laptop always on my side.

What kind of music do you listen to when you are working?

I listen mostly shoegaze and dream pop. Also, love the Elefant Records pop bands.

Do you have a way to organize your day to maximize your work?

Usually, I make a to-do list, it helps me to have a priorities order.

What tips would you give to improve productivity?

Less big distractions. Separates working time/break time.

You’re better than your colleagues to :

Keep calm with a stressful environment

What is the best advice anyone has given you?

Little details make the difference between a normal job and a great job

What is your best tip for saving time?

Be focus

What is your routine start and end of the day?

Now I live in front of the sea, so I start and end the day walking and watching the sea.

Aside from your computer and your phone, what gadget can you not you go without?

My scissors

Lima city guide x Sara Serna

Café

Movement Surf + Cafe, in Miraflores. Cool ambient.

Restaurant

El Muelle, in Barranco. Really nice Ceviche!

Shopping

I try to find independent brands and stores

Grocery

La Feria, Barranco. Food, souvenirs, music.

Other

The “Malecón” is beautiful.