I'm a Mexican filmmaker based in Munich, exploring life across cultures and pushing my creative boundaries across film, literature, art, and music. My work engages social and philosophical themes such as the human condition, morality, race, equality, and opportunity, drawing on experiences growing up between Mexico, Germany, and the U.S. to craft visually rich, multi-cultural stories.

Fabián Palacios V.

I'm a Mexican filmmaker based in Munich, exploring life across cultures and pushing my creative boundaries across film, literature, art, and music. My work engages social and philosophical themes such as the human condition, morality, race, equality, and opportunity, drawing on experiences growing up between Mexico, Germany, and the U.S. to craft visually rich, multi-cultural stories.

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I’m a Mexican filmmaker based in Munich, exploring life across cultures and pushing my creative boundaries across film, literature, art, and music.

My work engages social and philosophical themes such as the human condition, morality, race, equality, and opportunity, drawing on experiences growing up between Mexico, Germany, and the U.S. to craft visually rich, multi-cultural stories.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
German
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Filmmaker at Self-employed
January 1, 2018 - June 5, 2024
Directed, wrote, and produced short films, documentaries, and commercials that were shown internationally. Developed expertise in storytelling, directing, and editing while collaborating within large teams and projects, achieving notable international recognition.
Editor and Production Lead at ArtCamp Studio, New York, NY
January 1, 2022 - June 5, 2024
Worked on high-profile projects for brands such as Hermès, Telfar, and Indochine. Led editing and production processes, handling animation films, music videos, and commercials for award-winning campaigns and renowned festivals.
Freelance Filmmaker at Self-Employed
January 1, 2018 - June 1, 2024
Directed, scripted, and produced short films, documentaries, and commercials that have screened internationally. Expert in combining multiple disciplines such as screenwriting, directing, and editing within large teams and budgets.
Editor and Producer at Art Camp Studio
January 1, 2022 - June 1, 2024
Worked on high-profile projects for brands such as Hermés, Telfar, and Indochine. Led editing and production efforts on animated films, music videos, and promotional videos for award-winning campaigns and renowned festivals.
Freelance Filmmaker at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 2024 - September 23, 2025
Directed, scripted, and produced short films, documentaries, and commercials that screened internationally.
Editor at Art Camp Studio
January 1, 2024 - September 23, 2025
Led editing and production efforts for high-profile campaigns for brands including Hermès, Telfar, and Indochine.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at School of Visual Arts, New York, NY
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022
High School Diploma at Deutsche Schule “Alexander von Humboldt”, Mexiko Stadt
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2017
Bachelor of Fine Arts at School of Visual Arts, New York, NY
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022
Abiturabschluss at German School “Alexander von Humboldt”, Mexico City
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
High School Year Abroad at Nordsee-Internat, St. Peter-Ording
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Film Production at School of Visual Arts, New York, NY
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
Abitur at German School Alexander von Humboldt, Mexico City
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
Year Abroad Program at Nordsee-Institut, St. Peter-Ording
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015

Qualifications

William C. Arkell Memorial Award
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Audience Award - Berlin Lift-Off Film Festival
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Best Short Film - Tokyo Lift-Off Festival
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
William C. Arkell Memorial Award
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Audience Choice Award, Berlin Lift-Off Film Festival
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Best Short Film, Tokyo Lift-Off Festival
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
William C. Arkel Memorial Award, School of Visual Arts Alumni Society
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Travel & Hospitality, Education