Hi, I’m Adrián González de la Peña, a Calgary-based filmmaker focused on directing, producing, and editing across narrative, documentary, and commercial projects. I thrive on building strong collaborations and guiding productions from development through delivery, with a track record of work recognized at international festivals and in major markets. I love shaping creative visions into practical, production-ready plans, leading cross-functional teams, and developing IPs with local and global partners. When I’m not writing or on set, I mentor, teach, and explore new storytelling formats that push boundaries.…

Adrián González de la Peña

Hi, I’m Adrián González de la Peña, a Calgary-based filmmaker focused on directing, producing, and editing across narrative, documentary, and commercial projects. I thrive on building strong collaborations and guiding productions from development through delivery, with a track record of work recognized at international festivals and in major markets. I love shaping creative visions into practical, production-ready plans, leading cross-functional teams, and developing IPs with local and global partners. When I’m not writing or on set, I mentor, teach, and explore new storytelling formats that push boundaries.…

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Hi, I’m Adrián González de la Peña, a Calgary-based filmmaker focused on directing, producing, and editing across narrative, documentary, and commercial projects. I thrive on building strong collaborations and guiding productions from development through delivery, with a track record of work recognized at international festivals and in major markets.

I love shaping creative visions into practical, production-ready plans, leading cross-functional teams, and developing IPs with local and global partners. When I’m not writing or on set, I mentor, teach, and explore new storytelling formats that push boundaries.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Founder & Director at Machakiller Productions Inc.
January 1, 2023 - Present
Producing original films, and commercial content, and developing new IPs.
Film development and pitch workshop trainer at MK.LABS
January 1, 2025 - Present
Juror & Evaluator at Calgary Arts Development
December 31, 2025 - September 6, 2025
Individual Project Grants
Grant Writing and Project Development Consultant
January 1, 2023 - Present
Business of Film & Screenwriting Instructor at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
September 30, 2025 - September 6, 2025
Lead Editor & Director at Neo Financial Studio Team
December 31, 2023 - September 6, 2025
Lead Editor & Director at Neo Financial Studio Team
December 31, 2023 - September 6, 2025
Led editing and directorial efforts, overseeing post-production workflows and delivery across multiple projects.
Business of Film & Screenwriting Instructor at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
September 30, 2025 - September 6, 2025
Instructed courses on the business of film and screenwriting, mentoring students and sharing industry practices.
Juror & Evaluator at Calgary Arts Development
December 31, 2025 - September 6, 2025
Juror and evaluator for Individual Project Grants, reviewing proposals and providing constructive feedback to support Calgary's arts and film communities.
Grant Writing and Project Development Consultant
January 1, 2023 - Present
Provided grant writing and project development consulting to support film and media projects.
Film development and pitch workshop trainer at MK.LABS
December 31, 2024 - Present
Delivered film development and pitch workshops, mentoring participants through development and market readiness.
Founder & Director at Machakiller Productions Inc.
January 1, 2023 - Present
Producing original films, and commercial content, and developing new IPs.
Juror & Evaluator at Calgary Arts Development - Individual Project Grants
January 1, 2024 - Present
Evaluated grant proposals for individual projects.
Grant Writing and Project Development Consultant
January 1, 2023 - Present
Grant writing and project development consulting.
Business of Film & Screenwriting Instructor at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
September 1, 2025 - September 6, 2025
Instructor teaching business of film and screenwriting.
Lead Editor & Director at Neo Financial Studio Team
January 1, 2023 - September 6, 2025
Lead Editor & Director.
Co-Producer at MAYR
January 1, 2024 - Present
Co-Producer for a short film (2024).
Director, Writer, Producer at NAUALLI
January 1, 2024 - Present
Director, writer, and producer for a short film (2024).
Director, Writer, Producer at LITTLE FANGS HORROR CLUB
January 1, 2024 - Present
Director, writer, and producer for a short film (2024).
Director, Writer, Producer at VAMPARASITE
January 1, 2022 - Present
Director, writer, and producer for a short film (2022).
Director, Writer, Producer at MOTHERSHIP
January 1, 2022 - Present
Director, writer, and producer for a short film (2022).
Second Unit Director & Digital Media Editor at DOGSVILLE
January 1, 2019 - Present
Second unit directing and digital media editing for a feature documentary (2019).
Co-Editor at HER LAST PROJECT
January 1, 2019 - Present
Co-editor for a feature documentary (CBC, CBS, 2019).
Director, Producer, Editor at T-MINUS
January 1, 2018 - Present
Director, producer, and editor for a short film (2018).
Director at Pasta la Mano x Pasta Club
January 1, 2025 - Present
Director for a commercial project (2025).
Director at The Knowledge Society
January 1, 2024 - Present
Director for an advertising campaign (2024).
Director, Producer at Junior Achievement & Neo Financial
January 1, 2024 - Present
Director and producer for an advertising campaign (2024).
Director, Producer at Endless Cashback - Neo Financial
January 1, 2023 - Present
Director and producer for an advertising campaign (2023).
Co-Director, Editor at Edmonton Symphony Orchestra - Virtual Stage Concerts
December 31, 2021 - September 6, 2025
Co-director and editor for virtual stage concerts (2020-2021).

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Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other