Enmanuel is the name.
Creative Director, architect designing systems that turn talent into excellence. Inspiring teams to think above the obvious, crafting ideas that transform perspectives and drive results.
I’m here.
Hierro Viejo
In the heart of Santo Domingo, two men, Nelson and Luis, drive a truck buying scrap metal across the city, navigating the tensions of their rough lives. As their journey spirals into chaos, betrayal and violence emerge, culminating in a dark, tragic twist that leaves the line between life and death blurred, just like the old, discarded items they collect.
Behind the Scenes
Premiere
Leadership Role: Design Systems & Guidelines Creation, Production & Art Direction, Global Creative Team Direction, Visual & Experiential Design
Context: A high-production-value short film set in Santo Domingo; as producer and distributor, I ensured its raw, immersive storytelling reached its fullest potential—unflinching, atmospheric, and uncompromising.
Results: Nominated for the most prestigious national film award, the film stood as proof of my expertise in navigating the complexities of filmmaking while ensuring the project reached its audience.
Coro Acústico
A series of intimate acoustic concerts that transformed art galleries into vibrant cultural spaces, bringing together local musicians to share original, soulful melodies. These magical evenings celebrated creativity and community, fostering deep connections and significantly enhancing engagement with the audience.
The Event
With an overall attendance of over three thousand people across various venues, it became a cornerstone of local culture and a catalyst for creative collaboration, inspiring multiple incarnations in the years that followed.
Leadership Role: Creative Budgeting & Resource Allocation, Omnichannel Storytelling, Cultural Event Curation, Process Innovation & Optimization
Context: Coro Acústico redefined Santo Domingo’s music scene, turning live performances into a cultural movement—a space where emerging artists thrived, blending music, storytelling, and community throughout the city.
Results: What began as an experiment became a cornerstone of the local music scene. Through word of mouth and growing recognition, it built a platform that not only elevated artists but redefined what independent live music could achieve.
Once Upon a Time on Earth
In a world devastated by a deadly virus, a fractured family and a clandestine team of operatives uncover the horrifying truth: an alien species is behind humanity’s collapse, and the survival of the Earth hinges on confronting both extraterrestrial threats and their own past failures.
Leadership Role: Pitch Development & Presentation, Framework & Process Development, Cultural Intelligence Integration, Writing & Storytelling
Context: An ambitious adaptation of a novel into a feature film script. More than a straightforward translation, it required distilling a sprawling narrative into a cinematic experience—balancing high-stakes action, emotional depth.
Results: A gripping, large-scale sci-fi thriller that remains as personal as it is epic. It was an exercise in precision—streamlining structure, refining character arcs, and turning literary depth into cinematic momentum.
Cinco Gato
René and his friends dream of making their first film. At the same time, Joselo appears to have stolen from Castro's Boss. The two stories interlink in a peculiar manner.
Behind the Scenes
Premiere
Leadership Role: Cross-Industry Collaboration, Team Mentorship & Training, Art Direction, End-to-End Project Oversight, Scalable Creative Solutions
Context: A full-circle creative endeavor—one I wrote, directed, produced, and distributed. Every decision balanced creative ambition with practical execution, resulting in a film that expanded its influence long after its runtime.
Results: Ranked among the greatest short films in Dominican cinema, Cinco Gato became a defining project in my career—a testament to independent filmmaking at its most ambitious, affirming my mastery of every phase of production.
Entre Nosotros
Through heartfelt narratives and confessions, this tapestry delves into the beauty and chaos of relationships, where every step forward is met with the shadows of doubt and longing. Its rhythms invite you to lose yourself and discover fragments of your own story within its verses.
Entre Nosotros Concert
Leadership Role: Visual & Experiential Design, Production & Art Direction, Prototyping & Rapid Concept Validation, Omnichannel Storytelling
Context: A high-caliber collaboration, Entre Nosotros united four artists in a polished, immersive experience. With top-tier recording and cinematic visuals, it elevated independent music through refined production and cohesive vision.
Results: The scale and polish raised the bar, drawing industry recognition and fueling successful concerts. It showed high-end production and collaboration turn music into an experience that transcends the studio and comes alive on stage.
Ferauli
Determined to escape her parents’ violent fights, a headstrong girl flees her broken home and finds refuge in an unlikely ally—a noble drifter burdened by his past. Together, they embark on a journey that forces him to confront his fears, mend old wounds, and rediscover hope in what lies ahead.
Leadership Role: Creative Process Optimization, Pitch Development & Presentation, Writing & Storytelling, AI-Enhanced Creative Strategy
Context: Ferauli began as a film script before I was brought on to transform it into a novel. More than a straightforward adaptation, this project required expanding internal perspectives, deepening character arcs, and crafting immersive in prose.
Results: Turning a script-driven narrative into a fully realized literary work, this project reinforced my adaptability as a storyteller—one capable of navigating different forms while preserving a story’s essence.
Como Tú
Olivia finds herself drawn to Milo at a party. As she struggles with her emotions and the influence of an unseen voice named Ariel, she’s forced to confront the blurred lines between control, connection, and the dangerous consequences of getting too close to someone.
Behind the Scenes
Premiere
Leadership Role: Interdisciplinary Team Building, Process Innovation & Optimization, End-to-End Project Oversight, Production & Art Direction
Context: A visually striking short film, with a strong emphasis on mood, subtle performances, and atmospheric storytelling, with a meticulous approach to cinematography and a team that brought the story to life with precision and depth.
Results: Como Tú premiered to a packed audience, turning a single screening into a career catalyst. The success of the film led to new professional opportunities for key crew members, securing their foothold in the industry.
Brokest
A fearless exploration of struggle, identity, and runaway emotion, blending personal battles with larger cultural and societal reflections. Through powerful lyrics and unapologetic storytelling, the narrative captures the essence of living on the edge—balancing between the highs of ambition and the lows of self-doubt.
The Brokest Concert
Leadership Role: Cross-Cultural Communication, Narrative Design for Interactive Media, Framework & Process Development, Campaign Development
Context: Built from the ground up, Brokest was a fully realized creative project where music, visuals, and live performance carried weight. As writer, producer, and creative director, I shaped not just the sound but the experience.
Results: The project made its mark. A packed concert turned it into a visceral experience, while a standout Coro Acústicoperformance became the night’s highlight. The videos reinforced that independent music demands attention.
Literal
Through evocative imagery and striking candor, these mosaics trace pathways of longing, introspection, and fleeting clarity. Each poem unfolds like a conversation with the soul, lacing together fragments of passion, regret, and quiet triumphs.
Leadership Role: AI-Augmented Creative Processes, Project Management, Art Direction, Writing & Storytelling, Omnichannel Storytelling
Context: Literal emerged when a scheduled music project was scrapped, rather than letting creative momentum fade, I treated the collection with the same structure and intentionality as an album—a sonic and rhythmic experience.
Results: Its unique approach expanded the possibilities of how poetry can be presented, turning limitation into invention and reaffirming that sometimes, the best projects are the ones never planned.