Ernesto M. Sandoval is a Mexican-American film director and writer from the San Fernando Valley, specifically Sylmar, CA. He graduated from UCLA with a BA in Theater with an emphasis in playwriting in 2010. He graduated from USC's School of Cinematic Arts with an MFA in Film Production with a focus on Directing.

Ernesto won 1st prize at the Young Playwrights Festival at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute. His short films have been screened in festivals in Los Angeles, New York, Austin, and Atlanta. His work has also been featured at Lionsgate, Pantelion, and Cine Latino.

Ernesto believes in telling stories that best represent minorities in film and celebrate the human spirit. He has the unique ability to create compelling character study pieces while maintaining a strong plot-driven narrative.