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

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.
Juror & Evaluator at Calgary Arts Development
December 31, 2025 - September 6, 2025
Individual Project Grants
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.
Business of Film & Screenwriting Instructor at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
September 30, 2025 - September 6, 2025
Business of Film & Screenwriting Instructor at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
September 1, 2025 - September 6, 2025
Instructor teaching business of film and screenwriting.
Director at Pasta la Mano x Pasta Club
January 1, 2025 - Present
Director for a commercial project (2025).
Film development and pitch workshop trainer at MK.LABS
January 1, 2025 - Present
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.
Director, Producer at Junior Achievement & Neo Financial
January 1, 2024 - Present
Director and producer for an advertising campaign (2024).
Director at The Knowledge Society
January 1, 2024 - Present
Director for an advertising campaign (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 NAUALLI
January 1, 2024 - Present
Director, writer, and producer for a short film (2024).
Co-Producer at MAYR
January 1, 2024 - Present
Co-Producer for a short film (2024).
Juror & Evaluator at Calgary Arts Development - Individual Project Grants
January 1, 2024 - Present
Evaluated grant proposals for individual projects.
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.
Lead Editor & Director at Neo Financial Studio Team
December 31, 2023 - September 6, 2025
Director, Producer at Endless Cashback - Neo Financial
January 1, 2023 - Present
Director and producer for an advertising campaign (2023).
Lead Editor & Director at Neo Financial Studio Team
January 1, 2023 - September 6, 2025
Lead Editor & Director.
Grant Writing and Project Development Consultant
January 1, 2023 - Present
Grant writing and project development consulting.
Founder & Director at Machakiller Productions Inc.
January 1, 2023 - Present
Producing original films, and commercial content, and developing new IPs.
Grant Writing and Project Development Consultant
January 1, 2023 - Present
Provided grant writing and project development consulting to support film and media projects.
Grant Writing and Project Development Consultant
January 1, 2023 - Present
Founder & Director at Machakiller Productions Inc.
January 1, 2023 - Present
Producing original films, and commercial content, and developing new IPs.
Director, Writer, Producer at MOTHERSHIP
January 1, 2022 - Present
Director, writer, and producer for a short film (2022).
Director, Writer, Producer at VAMPARASITE
January 1, 2022 - Present
Director, writer, and producer for a short film (2022).
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).
Co-Editor at HER LAST PROJECT
January 1, 2019 - Present
Co-editor for a feature documentary (CBC, CBS, 2019).
Second Unit Director & Digital Media Editor at DOGSVILLE
January 1, 2019 - Present
Second unit directing and digital media editing for a feature documentary (2019).
Director, Producer, Editor at T-MINUS
January 1, 2018 - Present
Director, producer, and editor for a short film (2018).

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