SONIA WARGACKA

WARGACKA

is pronounced "v-uhr-gatz-kah"
...not that it made it easier!

I'm a high-end TV production coordinator as well as indie producer and director based in Bristol, UK.

My most recent high-end TV credits include:
- Sex Education (Netflix)
- Wolf Hall (BBC)
- The Seven Dials Mystery (Netflix)
- His Dark Materials 3 (BBC/HBO)
- Becoming Elizabeth (STARZ)

My most recent indie credits are:
- "Rave On for the Avon" (rated ★★★★ by The Guardian).
- "Hungry Joe" (featured on Short of the Week)

I am a member of BAFTA Connect, Bristol Crew
and Bristol Film.

I’m a driven and dynamic leader who excels in high-pressure, fast-paced environments. Proficient in team management and client relations, ready to bring exceptional interpersonal and project management skills.

A film school graduate, in the past I have also founded a global social impact video production collective DoesItFeelGood.com .

Focused on telling the stories of organisations that matter, I have produced, directed and edited videos for charities and non-profits in over 10 countries on 4 continents.
DoesItFeelGood.com is now an archived project, but my passion for social impact lives on and it takes new forms - such as my MSc in
Humanitarianism, Conflict and Development.

TV Production Coordinator

• Producer

• Motivational Speaker

• Social Impact Enthusiast

• Entrepreneur

• Youth Mentor

• TV Production Coordinator • Producer • Motivational Speaker • Social Impact Enthusiast • Entrepreneur • Youth Mentor •

DISCOVER SOME OF MY PROJECTS

Sex Education (2022-2023)

Ever since I saw the first season of this show, it was my dream to work on it. I'm glad to report my dream came true - I joined the crew as a Production Coordinator and thoroughly enjoyed all the quirks of it.
Production company: Eleven Film

Watch the trailer
Rave On For The Avon (2024)

To me, this documentary is one of the most beautiful depictions of Bristol and its spirit. That's why I joined the team as a Producer.
Do humans have the right to nature? This tender film tells a story of wild swimmers affected by raw sewage pollution of the river Avon. When the water company and local authorities fail the community, the wild swimmers fight back in the most unique and daring ways.
Production ompany: Eighty Sita

Check it out
What Was She Wearing? (2021)

This short film I produced is an educational resource created by Integrate UK. It is used nationally to train teachers and educate students about sexual harassment & assault. It was made to encourage discussion around toxic masculinity, victim blaming & rape culture. Thank you to 160 students in 4 Bristol schools, who helped develop this film!
Production Company: Shunk Films

See on Integrate UK's website
Hungry Joe (2021)

I joined the team of this short horror film as a Producer, and I'm very proud to see it listed on Short Of The Week.
A single mother struggles to hold on to her sanity as she's forced to turn to extreme measures to satisfy her son's increasingly inhuman appetite.
Production Company: Shunk Films

See it on Short Of The Week
Wolf Hall: The Mirror And The Light (2023-2024)

The returning season of this show based on the best-selling novels by Hilary Mantel is a highly anticipated BBC production. I had an opportunity to work on it as a Production Coordinator.

Production Company: Playground

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Becoming Elizabeth (2020-2021)

This historical drama follows the younger years of Queen Elizabeth I and it holds a special place in my heart as it was my first long TV contract. I joined the team during COVID as a Travel & Accommodation Coordinator, and successfully navigated the challenges of travelling the 150+ strong unit through national lockdowns.
Production company: The Forge

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His Dark Materials (2021)

This award-winning trilogy of fantasy novels by Philip Pullman was turned into BBC and HBO production, and admired by young adult audiences all over the world. I joined the team as a Travel & Accommodation Coordinator and helped the unit through post-Brexit COVID-restricted travel to work in Spain.
Production company: Bad Wolf

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Sommaren 85 (2019)

This Swedish dramedy is about the summer of 1985 in the fictitious Swedish village where a "sausage party" sets several things in motion that will change the lives of Åsa and her daughter Lena forever. I worked as a Production Coordinator for the British part of the shoot in Hastings.

Production company: Art&Bob

Watch the trailer
The Seven Dials Mystery (2024)

This Netflix series is expected to bring Agata Christie's novel to a whole new generation. I worked on the show as a Cast Contract Coordinator.
Production Company: Knightly Productions

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Sheffield DocFest (2024)

In May I have made a temporary move to Sheffield in order to work on one of the biggest documentary festivals in the world. I helped Sheffield DocFest as their Events Coordinator, and successfully delivered festival events and socials for companies like Netflix, Women in Film and Television, ITV and Together Films.

Learn more about DocFest

WHAT DO I DO?

Pick your adventure.

TV Production

As a high-end TV Production Coordinator, I thrive in fast-paced environments, effortlessly managing film sets with 200-300 crew and cast. From daily operations to seamless organization, I ensure everything runs smoothly. I’ve also recently completed ScreenSkills training to step up to Production Manager. Check out my IMDB profile for my latest credits!
Video Production

My passion lies in TV and indie producing, but I also bring a creative edge as a director. I’m all about making things happen—so much so that I produced a feature film in 100 days and no budget. These days, I prefer a more sustainable (and properly funded, please!) approach. Check out my latest work here, and if you're working on something exciting, let’s talk!
(Ex)Entrepreneur

Back in 2018—before TikTok, Instagram Reels, and the COVID era—I co-founded a social impact videography collective with my partner. We created and delivered videos across 10 countries on 4 continents, often with a 24-hour turnaround. While this project is now archived, you can read more about it here.
Events Coordination

I bring strong organizational skills to support creatives who need a helping hand with their businesses. I've delivered events for Sheffield DocFest, TEDxBristol, South West Business Showcase, and many more.
TV Presenting

I love being in front of the camera and am open to presenter opportunities. Previously, I’ve provided live coverage in Polish for two major organizations—Pol'and'Rock Festival and The Great Orchestra for Christmas Charity (WOSP)—broadcasting on their TV channel, Kreciola.tv.
Motivational Speaking

I have a passion for working with youth and feel incredibly grateful for the opportunities to do so. I’ve delivered a TEDx talk titled 'How to Fail a Gap Year Gloriously' and recently spoke to teenagers at United World College Costa Rica about pursuing creative careers.

TESTIMONIALS

“I wanted to tell you that I am very happy to have had you on our team. In addition to all your videomaker’s skills and creativity, you are a wonderful people person. Any interaction with you lifts my spirits up and somehow increases the energy levels even when I am veeery exhausted. You have this contagious positive nuclear energy spreading around your bright (literally) persona.”

“Everything regarding Sonia’s professionalism was spot on. She was able to make everyone feel very comfortable in front of the camera (which is hard to do) and do their best.”

“We couldn’t have done the week without you.
Not only were you a spectacular videographer, you were a valued team member and a friend.”

“Thank you for your patience, diligence and scrappiness! You are one of kind and we were SO LUCKY that you just waltzed into our lives.”

”To be perfectly honest, I had no idea what to expect and then what we got was absolute gold. You are a force of nature, bringing out the best in all the staff and capturing the essence of what we are as an organization. For that, and for your unyielding calm and friendship, I really can’t thank you enough.”

“On numerous occasions, I told the team that Sonia was one of the very best highlights of this Summit and I truly mean that. You’ve got a future (and present) brimming with success and I’m so pleased that we got to be a small part of it.”