New Culture: A home Beyond Foster care
Directed by Chantel Apodaca
I had the privilege of directing “New Culture: A Home Beyond Foster Care,” which was such an exciting experience partnering with the nonprofit New Culture, which allowed us to tell a powerful story about belonging, resilience, and what it means to find home after foster care. As someone who experienced the system firsthand, it was meaningful to give back and help share the story of an organization working to uplift and empower incredible young individuals.
More information can be found here: https://www.newcultureaz.org/
"Purpose"
Directed by Jason Phan
My senior capstone film, “Purpose”, which I had the honor of co-producing, opened up conversations around mental health and was recognized with the Ethical Filmmaking Award.
More information listed here: https://purposefilm2024.wixsite.com/purpose
Piper's treehouse crowdfunding campaign
Directed by SaBrian Acosta
This campaign was created as part of a senior project to support the development of a potential capstone film.
"Sin Palabras" (Without words), 2023
A production by Chantel Armani, this documentary delves into the language barrier between the filmmaker and her grandfather. This documentary unfolds the importance of generational family unity.
"Me Vs Me" (2024): 60 Second Challenge
Me vs Me is a 60-second short film that creatively explores the internal struggle of mental health. Through poetic visuals and expressive imagery, it captures the tug-of-war between self-doubt and strength, offering a quick yet powerful look at the challenges we face within ourselves. It’s a visual reflection on the ups and downs of navigating mental health, all in just one minute.
Every day, 2023
Song, L-O-V-E by King Cole
As one of the producers for an FMP 280 production, I had the privilege of overseeing the creation of a music video, curating every aspect from start to finish. Utilizing my creative vision and expertise, I carefully selected a captivating song that perfectly complemented the desired style and atmosphere of the video. Additionally, my proficiency in video editing allowed me to seamlessly merge visuals and audio, resulting in a polished and professional music video. This experience showcases my ability to lead a production, exercise creative control, and deliver a compelling visual narrative in line with artistic objectives.
Art by Charlotte, 2023
I had the pleasure of creating a short documentary about an artist named Charlotte. I was tasked with all pre-production logistics, cinematography, and post-production editing myself to deliver an aesthetic and compelling short film. Strengthened leadership, creative storytelling, and visual media skills. Showcases my artistic vision and versatility as a filmmaker.
A Day in the Life, 2021
I produced "A Day in the Life," my first short film as part of THF 126. It was a Mockumentary-style project showcasing a college student's daily experiences. Through this production, I experienced personal growth, enhancing my production skills and expanding my network with fellow film students.
