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Joaquín Zamorano

Location:
Chile
Languages:
English, Spanish
Issues:
Education, Human Rights
Expertise:
Educational materials, Impact Producing, Campaign Implementation
Cultural/racial identity:
Hispanic / Latin American
Self identification:
Male

Bio

I am an educator, cultural manager, and documentarist working at the intersection of cinema, environmental advocacy, and social transformation. With a background in psychology and a professional journey rooted in education, I’ve found meaningful ways to integrate film into pedagogical and community-based initiatives. Over time, I became increasingly involved in artistic mediation and audience development, viewing film not just as a form of storytelling but as a catalyst for collective activation. I’ve led and collaborated on numerous environmental documentary projects in Chile, often partnering with grassroots collectives and independent entities. In facing the structural challenges of regional film distribution, I’ve embraced strategies that center access, inclusion, and cultural relevance. My practice sees audiences as active participants in the cinematic experience, and movies as living works with an undetermined social potential. Through impact campaigns, I harness film as a tool for dialogue and real-world change, activating networks beyond traditional platforms. Whether I’m curating educational programming, designing outreach strategies, or building bridges between filmmakers and communities, I’m committed to amplifying diverse voices and reimagining the role of cinema as a force for transformation.