Salvador Pantoja

About Me

As a hands-on director and operations leader, my passion is shaping a creative vision from concept to completion. I build the systems that let those ideas flourish, combining strategic planning with AI and cloud tech to scale teams and manage complex projects ($10k - $100k+). This approach has driven significant growth—like the 1,400% increase in video output I delivered for a key team. For me, operational excellence creates the space for creative innovation to thrive.

Selected Projects

DLA Piper Pro Bono – A Commitment to Fighting Hunger

Partnering with the DLA Piper Pro Bono team, I directed, wrote, and edited this film to highlight their vital work in the fight against hunger.

Directing Producing Scriptwriting Editing Pro Bono DLA Piper

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Case Study: Cloud-Based Production Workflow

I spearheaded the migration of our post-production to the cloud, designing and enabling a fully remote and shared workspace that significantly boosted team efficiency and creative capabilities

Cloud Migration Post-Production Workflow Optimization Remote Access

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DLA Piper: The AI Chatroom Series

For this conversational video series, I co-produced and sourced the vendor in partnership with DLA Piper. The series explores the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence on today's business landscape.

Producing Vendor Sourcing Artificial Intelligence DLA Piper

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DLA Piper: The Impact Series

I co-produced and edited this series in partnership with the DLA Piper Communications team. The videos share powerful stories about the firm's work with their clients and communities.

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Asia Society: Weaponizing the Belt and Road

I partnered with the Asia Society Policy Institute to co-write, produce, and edit this explainer on the military and geostrategic dimensions of China's Belt and Road Initiative, based on the findings of their new report.

Directing Scriptwriting Editing Explainer International Policy Asia Society

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Asia Society Museum: 'Unknown Tibet' Exhibition Preview

I wrote, animated, and edited this video for the Asia Society Museum to promote their 'Unknown Tibet' exhibition. The piece was featured on the front page of the New York Times website.

Directing Scriptwriting Editing Explainer International Arts Asia Society

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Asia Society Museum: 'No Limits' Exhibition Film

I worked with the Asia Society Museum to produce this video about the 'No Limits: Zao Wou-Ki' exhibition.

Directing Producing Camera Operating Editing Arts Asia Society

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ASPCA: Coconut, the Viral Puppy

I directed and edited this viral video about Coconut the puppy, which attracted over 1 million YouTube views in four months and was later adapted into a national TV commercial for the ASPCA.

Directing Scriptwriting Editing Viral Video Fundraising ASPCA

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ASPCA: A Second Chance

I produced, directed, co-filmed, and edited this short documentary for the ASPCA. The film chronicles the Bronx Dog Fighting Raid — July 2012, following the rescued dogs from the day of the raid to their journey toward recovery and adoption.

Directing Camera Operating Scriptwriting Editing Fundraising ASPCA

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ASPCA: National Fundraising Commercial

I co-produced this national TV commercial for the ASPCA's fight against dog fighting. My concept involved a candid interview with CEO Matt Bershadker, capturing the organization's authentic passion and commitment to ending animal cruelty.

Directing Scriptwriting Editing Fundraising ASPCA

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TOLO-TV: U.S. & Afghanistan Documentary Series

I directed a six-person crew for this $18,000 documentary series on social issues in the U.S. and Afghanistan. The series was produced for and aired on Afghanistan's TOLO-TV.

Directing Producing International Social Issues Global Nomads Group

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