I am a versatile film maker, producer, and storyteller with a background in pastoral leadership, public speaking, and authorship. Experienced in directing films, producing documentaries, and creating high-quality podcast series, I craft compelling narratives on identity, place, and transformation. A dynamic communicator, I excel in leadership training, conference speaking, and guiding creative teams to bring impactful stories to life.

Rich Pérez

I am a versatile film maker, producer, and storyteller with a background in pastoral leadership, public speaking, and authorship. Experienced in directing films, producing documentaries, and creating high-quality podcast series, I craft compelling narratives on identity, place, and transformation. A dynamic communicator, I excel in leadership training, conference speaking, and guiding creative teams to bring impactful stories to life.

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I am a versatile film maker, producer, and storyteller with a background in pastoral leadership, public speaking, and authorship. Experienced in directing films, producing documentaries, and creating high-quality podcast series, I craft compelling narratives on identity, place, and transformation.

A dynamic communicator, I excel in leadership training, conference speaking, and guiding creative teams to bring impactful stories to life.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Founder & Lead Pastor at Inner-city Church
August 1, 2010 - December 31, 2020
Led the founding and growth of an inner-city church focused on sustainable community impact over traditional growth metrics. Developed leadership pipelines, Sunday programming, and a system for integrating newcomers into active community life. Launched youth mentorship programs pairing over 50 students with long-term mentors. Helped establish an interfaith coalition addressing food insecurity, affordable housing, and youth violence. Raised over $1M in startup funding and helped reshape public perception of Christianity through a renewed vision rooted in presence and justice.
Founder & Lead Creator at Story 11 Films
August 1, 2022 - Present
Founded a film production company specializing in story-driven content that centers identity, community, and transformation. Led creative direction and execution of over a dozen film and multimedia projects, overseeing every phase—from idea and pre-production to post-production and delivery. Built the company’s brand voice, vision, and operational workflows, applying leadership principles honed in pastoral work to manage creative teams and produce impactful narratives.
Podcast Producer at Christianity Today Media
July 31, 2022 - April 28, 2025
Produced and launched a high-quality limited podcast series, managing the full production cycle from concept to release. Oversaw creative teams including photographers, directors of photography, audio engineers, editors, and designers, while coordinating logistics and guest experiences. Achieved over 15K downloads across the U.S., Canada, Caribbean, and UK, with unique listeners increasing by 15% month-over- month.

Education

Education (Kilns College) at Kilns College
September 3, 2018 - August 18, 2020
Master of Arts in Theology, Arts and Culture

Qualifications

M.A. in Theology, Art & Culture
January 11, 2030 - December 18, 2025
Master of Arts in Theology, Art & Culture
January 11, 2030 - December 18, 2025

Industry Experience

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