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Emerson Machtus

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S. Hispanic markets.

About

I’m a results-driven, multinational executive with 15+ years of international media, distribution, acquisitions, and marketing experience, focused on Latin America and U.S. Hispanic markets. I have built and scaled content ecosystems across film, TV, VR, and AI-driven initiatives, forging strategic partnerships with global studios and brands.

As a dual EU/US citizen fluent in Spanish and English, I lead cross-cultural teams and mentor the next generation of media professionals, blending hands-on production know-how with a passion for innovative storytelling and new distribution platforms.

  • 22 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Languages

  • Spanish; CastilianFluent
  • EnglishFluent
  • FrenchAdvanced
  • ItalianAdvanced
  • Catalan; ValencianAdvanced

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services

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Work experience· 6 roles

Vice President & Head of Content · BLKBX Originals, LLCMay 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 7 mos

Launched a new original content media company in partnership with BLKBX Creative Group. Built a multi-tier production and development fund for screenplays, TV formats, VR projects, and animated content; negotiated acquisitions and partnerships with global brands (e.g., SEGA); established an animated division with top global partners and secured funding for AI-driven media initiatives.

Chief Business Officer · FOTON PICTURES, LLCFeb 2015 – Dec 2021 · 6 yrs 11 mos

Co-founded an international media company with Olé Communications (owners of HBO Latin America and A&E Networks Latin America). Negotiated IP options and acquisitions across screenplays, literary properties, TV formats, and VR projects; led internal development of homegrown concepts toward full IPs; managed sales and acquisitions with distributors; oversaw $5M+ in investments and 7+ film productions, including Sundance selections and award‑winning titles.

Professor · NEW YORK FILM ACADEMYJan 2015 – Dec 2022 · 8 yrs

Taught MFA courses in Entertainment Business, Law, and Film Producing; led the Cuba Initiative Program to foster bilingual, cross-border collaborations with Cuban filmmakers.

President · DOS LADOS, LLCNov 2011 – Dec 2015 · 4 yrs 2 mos
Vice President · SECRET GARDEN FILMS, LLCNov 2008 – Jul 2014 · 5 yrs 9 mos
Head, Acquisitions and Creative Development · BAUER MARTINEZ DISTRIBUTION/BM STUDIOS - USA/UKJul 2004 – Jul 2008 · 4 yrs 1 mo

Education

B.A. in Journalism and Literature (Film Studies Specialization) · Universidad Iberoamericana - Mexico City1997 – 2001

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