I am a Filmmaker, Video-Journalist, and Creative Director with over 15 years of experience creating cinematic, story-driven video and photo content for international media, brands, and institutions. My work spans documentary filmmaking, branded content, and social-first video formats, with a strong focus on human stories, culture, and social impact. Since 2018, I have worked as an Author and Video-Journalist for Deutsche Welle, producing documentaries, reportages, explainers, and digital video content for global audiences. One of my documentaries has reached more than two million viewers worldwide, and five of my films have been awarded at international film festivals. I have also delivered a TED Talk titled “Turn Your Dreams into Challenges.” Alongside my editorial work, I collaborate with brands and organizations such as Visa, Roland Berger, SolarisBank, Bett1, and The DO School, delivering end-to-end productions including concept development, filming, editing, and creative direction. I am comfortable working independently or leading small teams, managing projects from idea to delivery under tight deadlines. With a background in Computer Engineering, I bring a strong technical understanding to creative workflows and actively explore AI-driven tools in video and image creation. I am based in Europe and available for remote work and on-site productions.

Miguel Cano

I am a Filmmaker, Video-Journalist, and Creative Director with over 15 years of experience creating cinematic, story-driven video and photo content for international media, brands, and institutions. My work spans documentary filmmaking, branded content, and social-first video formats, with a strong focus on human stories, culture, and social impact. Since 2018, I have worked as an Author and Video-Journalist for Deutsche Welle, producing documentaries, reportages, explainers, and digital video content for global audiences. One of my documentaries has reached more than two million viewers worldwide, and five of my films have been awarded at international film festivals. I have also delivered a TED Talk titled “Turn Your Dreams into Challenges.” Alongside my editorial work, I collaborate with brands and organizations such as Visa, Roland Berger, SolarisBank, Bett1, and The DO School, delivering end-to-end productions including concept development, filming, editing, and creative direction. I am comfortable working independently or leading small teams, managing projects from idea to delivery under tight deadlines. With a background in Computer Engineering, I bring a strong technical understanding to creative workflows and actively explore AI-driven tools in video and image creation. I am based in Europe and available for remote work and on-site productions.

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I am a Filmmaker, Video-Journalist, and Creative Director with over 15 years of experience creating cinematic, story-driven video and photo content for international media, brands, and institutions.

My work spans documentary filmmaking, branded content, and social-first video formats, with a strong focus on human stories, culture, and social impact. Since 2018, I have worked as an Author and Video-Journalist for Deutsche Welle, producing documentaries, reportages, explainers, and digital video content for global audiences. One of my documentaries has reached more than two million viewers worldwide, and five of my films have been awarded at international film festivals. I have also delivered a TED Talk titled “Turn Your Dreams into Challenges.”

Alongside my editorial work, I collaborate with brands and organizations such as Visa, Roland Berger, SolarisBank, Bett1, and The DO School, delivering end-to-end productions including concept development, filming, editing, and creative direction. I am comfortable working independently or leading small teams, managing projects from idea to delivery under tight deadlines.

With a background in Computer Engineering, I bring a strong technical understanding to creative workflows and actively explore AI-driven tools in video and image creation. I am based in Europe and available for remote work and on-site productions.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Advanced
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Video Journalist at Deutsche Welle
May 1, 2018 - Present
Produced video journalism content for Deutsche Welle, contributing to multimedia storytelling.
Storyteller at The DO School
July 1, 2017 - October 13, 2025
Storytelling and content development for various programs and initiatives.
Art Director at Peace Revolution
December 1, 2016 - October 13, 2025
Art direction for campaigns and visual storytelling projects.
Project/Event Manager & Audiovisual Producer at Mr. Challenge Films
June 1, 2010 - Present
Manage fundraising events and social projects; collaborate with NGOs worldwide on audiovisual production.
Video Journalist at Deutsche Welle
May 1, 2018 - Present
Produced multimedia video journalism content and reports for Deutsche Welle.
Storyteller at The DO School
July 1, 2017 - October 13, 2025
Art Director at Peace Revolution
April 1, 2014 - October 13, 2025
Project/Event Manager & Audiovisual Producer at Mr. Challenge Films
June 1, 2010 - Present
Volunteer experience coordinating international projects; manages fundraising events and collaborations with NGOs worldwide, focusing on audiovisual production.
Video Journalist at Deutsche Welle
May 1, 2018 - Present
Freelance video journalist producing reports and multimedia content for Deutsche Welle.
Storyteller at The DO School
July 1, 2017 - October 13, 2025
Storytelling role supporting programs and communications initiatives.
Art Director at Peace Revolution
April 1, 2014 - October 13, 2025
Art direction for campaigns and visual materials.
Project/Event Manager & Audiovisual Producer at Mr. Challenge Films
June 1, 2010 - Present
Managed fundraising events and social projects; collaborated with NGOs worldwide on audiovisual production.
Video Journalist at Deutsche Welle
May 1, 2018 - Present
Developed video journalism content and contributed to media outputs.
Storyteller at The DO School
July 1, 2017 - October 13, 2025
Participated in storytelling-focused projects and contributed to communications and impact narratives.
Art Director at Peace Revolution
April 1, 2014 - October 13, 2025
Art direction for campaigns and visual storytelling.
Project/Event Manager & Audiovisual Producer at Mr. Challenge Films
June 1, 2010 - Present
Managed fundraising events and social projects; collaborated with NGOs worldwide on audiovisual production.
Storyteller at The DO School
July 1, 2017 - October 13, 2025
Storyteller role focusing on narrative development and multimedia storytelling.
Art Director at Peace Revolution
December 1, 2016 - October 13, 2025
Art Director from January 2015 to December 2016, overseeing visual storytelling and creative direction.
Project/Event Manager & Audiovisual Producer at Mr. Challenge Films
June 1, 2010 - Present
Volunteer / project and event management focusing on fundraising, social projects and NGO collaborations in audiovisual production across multiple countries.
Film Lecturer at BIMM Institute Berlin
September 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Lectures for 3rd-year Master’s students in Camera, Grip & Lighting 3.
Art Director at Peace Revolution
January 1, 2015 - December 1, 2016
Art Director for Peace Revolution project.

Education

Visual Communication Design at STISI Telkom University
September 1, 2012 - July 1, 2013
Computer Systems Engineering at University of Seville
September 1, 2005 - September 1, 2010
Visual Communication Design at STISI Telkom University Bandung, Indonesia
September 1, 2012 - July 1, 2013
Computer Systems Engineering at University of Seville, Seville, Spain
September 1, 2005 - September 1, 2010
Visual Communication Design at STISI Telkom University
September 1, 2012 - July 1, 2013
Computer Systems Engineering at University of Seville
September 1, 2005 - September 1, 2010
Visual Communication Design at STISI Telkom University Bandung
September 1, 2012 - July 1, 2013
Computer Systems Engineering at University of Seville
September 1, 2005 - September 1, 2010
Visual Communication Design at STISI Telkom University
September 1, 2012 - July 1, 2013
Computer Systems Engineering at University of Seville
September 1, 2005 - September 1, 2010
Visual Communication Design at STISI Telkom University Bandung (Indonesia)
September 1, 2012 - July 1, 2013
Computer Systems Engineering at University of Seville, Seville (Spain)
September 1, 2005 - September 1, 2010

Qualifications

Winner of Documentary Projects’ Contest
September 1, 2013 - October 13, 2025
Ponle Imágenes (you add the visuals)
September 1, 2012 - October 13, 2025
Winner of International Video Contest - Soneto V
September 1, 2012 - October 13, 2025
20+ Awards in International Film Festivals
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Travel & Hospitality, Financial Services, Retail, Real Estate & Construction, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Education, Professional Services, Other
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