Alexander Pacillas began his career as a Production Assistant on several reality television shows, including Holey Moley, Full Bloom, and Dancing with the Stars. He also designed graphics and props for digital content creators like Dhar Mann Studios. In addition, he has produced, directed, and edited numerous short films tailored for digital content platforms.
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Alexander Pacillas
Technology Manager
Fun Facts
What’s the one movie you could watch a million times and never get tired of, and why?
A movie I can watch a million times and never get tired of is Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory. The movie holds a special place in my heart and reminds me of being a kid with my family. Additionally, something about the quality of the film – the music, and the color – gives you the feeling like you are indulging in sweets, and it blankets me with a warm comfort.
What’s the most random fact you know?
A random fact I know is that the fear of long words is called “Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia.”
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The Latino Film Institute (LFI) today announced the launch of the LFI Futuro XR: 360° Video Lab, a five-month fellowship designed to train storytellers in the art and technology of immersive 360° filmmaking while amplifying stories rooted in the Latino experience.
For the past couple of years, producer Simone Kirlew has been a steady creative force behind the Youth Cinema Project Alumni Fellowship films, serving as producer mentor for the program’s last two alumni productions while acting as a vital link between the Latino Film Institute and each production team. Beyond nurturing the fellows’ creative vision, she oversaw the coordination that allowed each film to come to life, managing logistics, schedules, and on-the-ground production needs with precision and care.
For Miguel Angel Caballero, storytelling has always been about community, both the one he comes from and the one he is helping build. As producer mentor for the 2026 YCP Alumni Fellowship, he brings more than 15 years of experience producing, writing, and directing films that move audiences while opening doors for others to step behind the camera.