I was born in Buenos Aires in 1990. I spent my childhood in a school where I never quite fit in—I felt like a stranger in a hostile environment. Neither my classmates nor my teachers seemed to share my values or my way of seeing the world. No one seemed to care that we lived in a world full of inequalities, and even less did they want to do anything to change it. Those were difficult years, but everything changed when I started high school. I transferred to Casa Salesiana Pío IX, and suddenly, I found myself in a much more humane and friendly environment, where camaraderie and support were the top priorities. For the first time, I began to enjoy school, and little by little, without even realizing it, I started to find a purpose that would later define my path: service.

My high school education focused on computer science, and if I’m being honest, I was quite good at it. But my life outside the classroom was taking a different turn. I joined a youth group that ran an oratory—a space where neighborhood children came to play and have a snack on Saturday afternoons. Even though I wasn’t particularly religious, I understood that the true value of that space wasn’t in faith, but in the ability to give and receive love. At the same time, at 16, a simple school assignment changed everything: we were asked to make a short film. Until then, my creativity had found expression in poetry, drawing, and playing the guitar, but cinema captivated me completely. Unlike other forms of art, I felt that film didn’t require innate talent—it demanded dedication, learning, and practice.

And so, without having watched too many films in my life, I entered the Fundación Universidad del Cine in Buenos Aires. There, I learned not only from my professors but also from classmates who seemed to have been born and raised in a projection room. During my studies, I directed several short films I was proud of, but after graduating, I didn’t immediately pursue fiction filmmaking. Instead, I co-founded an audiovisual production company focused on commercial content and corporate videos. It was an enriching experience, but deep down, I still felt that it wasn’t my true calling.

The opportunity came almost on its own, without me actively searching for it. I was encouraged to apply for a teaching position at my old school, and the idea filled me with excitement and enthusiasm. I prepared intensely, submitted my application with great dedication, and eagerly awaited the response… but I wasn’t selected. The rejection hit hard, but rather than discouraging me, it fueled my determination. I kept looking for opportunities, staying alert to every teaching job opening, until a year later, my moment finally arrived: a new position opened up at my old school, and this time, I was chosen.

From the moment I stepped into the classroom, I knew I had found my place. I realized that teaching cinema wasn’t just a passion—it was a calling. My background in computer science gave me a structured way of explaining artistic concepts that are often taught in abstract terms. I discovered that I could translate the subjective into something tangible and understandable, and that became my signature as an educator.

Becoming the teacher I am today was not an easy journey. At first, I struggled to convey to my students the same passion I felt for cinema. I knew I loved teaching, but finding the right way to do it took time, trial, and error. Meanwhile, teaching wasn’t my only job—I was still working in the commercial field. But as I secured more teaching hours, I gradually passed my clients on to trusted colleagues. The transition was slow, until the 2020 pandemic accelerated the process. Many of my clients shut down, and instead of seeing it as a setback, I took it as a sign: it was time to dedicate myself entirely to education.

Today, I teach various subjects in different educational spaces, working with students of all ages and backgrounds. I run an intensive audiovisual production course, teach high school students, lead an on-camera acting workshop, and even instruct post-production at a teacher training college. Many of the short films I submit to festivals through this platform are the result of my students’ talent and hard work—something that fills me with pride.

A year ago, I took another step in my educational mission and created El Club Audiovisual, a virtual space where, through free online workshops, I help film students worldwide understand the secrets of cinematic storytelling and audiovisual production, empowering them to become professional screenwriters and filmmakers.

I continue learning trying to improve as a filmmaker and as a teacher. My goal is not to be the best, but to keep growing and to share this journey with those who, like me, once felt the call of cinema. I deeply believe that education is an act of giving, a way to help others find their voice and their passion. My mission is to ignite in others the same spark that fuels our own fire.