Sara Rüster works at the Swedish Film Institute (SFI), which supports the creation of Swedish films at all stages, from development to distribution. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing Communications and Art History and has also studied Journalism and Photography. For twelve years, she was a programmer for the Cinematheque in Stockholm, Göteborg, and Malmö. Additionally, she has worked as a buyer of films and television programs for the Swedish naval service. Since 2003, she has been the Head of Documentaries at the International Department at SFI, where she is responsible for supporting and promoting Swedish documentaries internationally.