Hi, I'm Shawn Tapias, a freelance filmmaker who loves telling stories through writing, directing, cinematography, and editing. I partner with teams to craft compelling shorts and feature films, blending creative vision with practical know-how. I’m currently directing a feature with Ashley LaLone from Broadway’s Hamilton, writing and directing 25+ short films, and collaborating with clients like XR Association, The Sentencing Project, and The Asylum. I’m based in Lakeland, Florida, fluent in English and Spanish, and I’m always excited to tell new stories on screen.

Shawn Tapias

Hi, I'm Shawn Tapias, a freelance filmmaker who loves telling stories through writing, directing, cinematography, and editing. I partner with teams to craft compelling shorts and feature films, blending creative vision with practical know-how. I’m currently directing a feature with Ashley LaLone from Broadway’s Hamilton, writing and directing 25+ short films, and collaborating with clients like XR Association, The Sentencing Project, and The Asylum. I’m based in Lakeland, Florida, fluent in English and Spanish, and I’m always excited to tell new stories on screen.

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Hi, I’m Shawn Tapias, a freelance filmmaker who loves telling stories through writing, directing, cinematography, and editing. I partner with teams to craft compelling shorts and feature films, blending creative vision with practical know-how.

I’m currently directing a feature with Ashley LaLone from Broadway’s Hamilton, writing and directing 25+ short films, and collaborating with clients like XR Association, The Sentencing Project, and The Asylum. I’m based in Lakeland, Florida, fluent in English and Spanish, and I’m always excited to tell new stories on screen.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

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Education

Bachelor of Science in Film Production at Southeastern University
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2024
Bachelor of Science in Film Production at Southeastern University
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2024
Diploma in Film Production at Southeastern University
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2024
Bachelor of Science in Film Production at Southeastern University
January 11, 2030 - April 18, 2026

Qualifications

Best Student Short — Fire Film Festival (Ericson, the Auteur)
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025
Best Cinematography — Fire Film Festival (Video_01)
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025
Best Cinematography — Fire Film Festival (Golden Figure)
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025
Best Cinematography — Fire Film Festival (Time)
January 11, 2030 - December 30, 2025
Diploma in Film Production
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2024
Bachelor of Science in Film Production
January 11, 2030 - April 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Government, Other