Hi, I’m Karina Marolf.
Karina Marolf is a film director based out of Tampa, FL. She has a BFA in Cinematic Arts with a concentration in storytelling from Liberty University, where she found her love not only for directing and producing but also for assistant directing. At Liberty, she worked on numerous short films in a variety of positions, including director, producer, 1st assistant director, and locations manager. She also 2nd assistant directed for a rom-com feature titled “Doing Life." Karina gravitates toward colorful yet impactful stories with a flair of comedy. Her goal: to make films that remind people why life is worth living. Her most recent project is her student thesis film titled “Day Job," an action comedy displaying her colorful flair and heartfelt storytelling.
My Approach
I’ve been making films since I was a kid. From making backyard shorts with my sister to working on feature films and now directing my own work, filmmaking isn’t just a pursuit for me. It’s a lifelong discipline and a part of the core that shapes my creative identity.
Lasting impact
Outside of my love for Jesus Christ, filmmaking is my greatest passion. I aspire to display not only the immense love of God but also the purpose and joy of life through the medium.
Cinematic Arts defined.
I believe that film is the most effective form of artistic communication. The medium has left a lasting impact on generation after generation, influencing cultural narratives, shaping societal values, and providing a platform for the voiceless. If this tool were continually used to amplify light, how much more would people benefit from it?
Featured Projects
Day Job
Action Comedy Short
Under The Skin
Psychological Horror Short
(currently in postproduction)