Canadian Karate is based on dedication and enthusiasm of the instructors, coaches, judges, athletes and their parents. Every day the best of the best are faced with difficulties and hardships. Leading respected and well-known instructors, referees, and judges will share their experiences and the secrets to their success in this documentary.
Maria holds a Master of Arts degree from St.Petersburg State Conservatory, in her native Russia as well as a Bachelor of Arts from St.Petersburg State University. She is also a graduate of Toronto Media & Film College specializing in film production. Since 2008 she has been living in Toronto. As an independent producer she has worked on over 200 projects in Canada. Currently, she is a director/producer of INVISION PRO, a media company in Toronto, Ontario. Maria’s background includes over 10 years’ experience in journalism and the film and video industry as a videographer, journalist, film editor, short-story producer, and director of TV talk shows.