Hi, I’m Juan Paulhiac, a storyteller, photographer, and video editor with a background in social research. I founded Cuento Aparte, an Applied Visual Anthropology agency that helps nonprofits communicate social impact through multimedia storytelling. I design research-driven interview methodologies, produce documentary-style visuals, and craft sound design to illuminate humanitarian narratives. I thrive at the intersection of research and media, creating compelling narratives that are both informative and engaging. I am Italian–Colombian, based in Rome, fluent in Spanish, French, and English, and proficient in Italian. I’m passionate about collaborating with nonprofits and communities to tell meaningful, evidence-based stories that inspire action and amplify voices that often go unheard.

Juan Paulhiac

Hi, I’m Juan Paulhiac, a storyteller, photographer, and video editor with a background in social research. I founded Cuento Aparte, an Applied Visual Anthropology agency that helps nonprofits communicate social impact through multimedia storytelling. I design research-driven interview methodologies, produce documentary-style visuals, and craft sound design to illuminate humanitarian narratives. I thrive at the intersection of research and media, creating compelling narratives that are both informative and engaging. I am Italian–Colombian, based in Rome, fluent in Spanish, French, and English, and proficient in Italian. I’m passionate about collaborating with nonprofits and communities to tell meaningful, evidence-based stories that inspire action and amplify voices that often go unheard.

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Hi, I’m Juan Paulhiac, a storyteller, photographer, and video editor with a background in social research. I founded Cuento Aparte, an Applied Visual Anthropology agency that helps nonprofits communicate social impact through multimedia storytelling. I design research-driven interview methodologies, produce documentary-style visuals, and craft sound design to illuminate humanitarian narratives. I thrive at the intersection of research and media, creating compelling narratives that are both informative and engaging.

I am Italian–Colombian, based in Rome, fluent in Spanish, French, and English, and proficient in Italian. I’m passionate about collaborating with nonprofits and communities to tell meaningful, evidence-based stories that inspire action and amplify voices that often go unheard.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
French
Fluent
English
Fluent
Italian
Advanced

Work Experience

Founder | Multimedia Producer & Video Editor at Cuento Aparte
January 1, 2021 - Present
Designed a research-driven storytelling methodology and developed training materials for institutional communications teams and production departments. Created a multimedia branded content piece for Colombia’s Central Bank Cultural Division, reaching 50K+ views on Instagram Reels and achieving a 2.4% viewer conversion rate on YouTube. Produced and edited two branded multimedia documentaries for the Caring for Colombia Foundation, helping raise USD 500K for the 2022 fundraising event in NYC. Created a multimedia research piece on the 2025 International Conference on Applied Anthropology at the University of Bologna for EASA's Applied Anthropology Networks, generating strong engagement on LinkedIn.
Business Manager at Playa Manglares SAS, Cartagena
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2024
Co-developed and managed a sustainable tourism business generating USD 250K in annual gross revenue. Co-led a USD 120K sustainable destination management project with business and government partners. Volunteered as a consultant for community-led initiatives in sustainable tourism.
Research Manager at Jorge Tadeo Lozano University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Coordinated and managed a large-scale research project and led a team of 8 researchers. Oversaw scientific publications, developed fieldwork methodology and M&E framework.
Social Science Researcher | Post-doc at EHESS
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
Performed ethnographic research focused on social innovation and digital technologies in Colombia. Created visual and written research reports for multimedia presentations based on fieldwork insights.
Coordinator of the Art Hub at Applied Anthropology Network of the European Association of Social Anthropology (EASA) – Voluntary
January 1, 2025 - Present
Coordinator of the Art Hub for the Applied Anthropology Network; voluntary involvement since 2025.

Education

Multimedia Storytelling Methodology at Mediastorm
January 1, 2017 - December 9, 2025
Doctorate in Aesthetics, Sciences, and Technologies of the Arts at Université Paris 8
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2012
Master in Theater Studies at Université Paris 8
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
Bachelor in Film and Theater Studies at Université Bordeaux 3
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2005

Qualifications

Multimedia Storytelling Methodology
January 1, 2017 - December 9, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services