Ernesto M. Diaz

Director for Narrative + Commercial Work | Based in US, Available Worldwide

Role
Producer Director at Tartarus Creative Brain Lab
Location
Miami, FL, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Ernesto M. Diaz

Ernesto M. Diaz is a Peruvian-born director and producer raised in the United States. His focus is on grounded, character driven stories that explore morality, consequence, and the human condition through genre, while prioritizing entertainment and the viewer experience. His films blend realism with psychological tension and emotional depth, often using cinematic storytelling as a mirror to reflect the choices we make.With over fifteen years of on set experience across directing, producing, cinematography, and multiple technical departments, Ernesto M. Diaz has worked extensively in both the commercial and narrative film industries. With a foundation in business, he approaches filmmaking with a balance of creative vision and strategic execution, merging artistic storytelling with strong production and management insight. His style unites the resourcefulness of independent cinema with the visual precision of studio level production.Through his company, Tartarus Creative Brain Lab, Ernesto M. Diaz develops and produces narrative-driven films and series spanning drama, thriller, action, adventure, and beyond, all unified by a deep commitment to truth, consequence, and humanity. His projects include The Blood Stone, My Dad & The Alien, and DarkLink, alongside upcoming works such as Shotgun and a growing slate of shorts, features, and series in development that continue to shape his evolving voice as a filmmaker- mini biography by: Tartarus Creative Brain LabWatch my & t=9s]Open to freelance directing, producing, or creative leadership roles worldwide.

Experience

  1. Producer Director

    Tartarus Creative Brain Lab

    Oct 2015 — Present · Miami-Fort Lauderdale, FL, US

    Directed and produced award-winning short films and branded content for clients. • Led production teams of 10–40+ across multiple genres, including sci-fi, thriller, and docu-style commercial content. • Managed full production cycle: from concept development and storyboarding to final delivery. • Projects featured at festivals and used in marketing campaigns for global brands.

Education

  • Hollywood Hills High School

    High School Diploma

    2001 — 2005

  • The Art Institutes

    Bachelor's in Digital Film and Video Production, Cinematography and Film/Video Production

    2013 — 2016

  • Broward College

    Associate of Science - AS, Business Administration and Management, General

    2006 — 2008

Skills

  • Camera Operation
  • Warehouse Management Systems
  • Microsoft Office
  • Working with Children
  • Photography
  • Video Production
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Video Editing
  • Directing
  • Set Construction
  • Concept Development
  • Set Design
  • Dp
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Cinematography
  • Final Cut Pro
  • Product Design
  • Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Creative Concept Design
  • Business Meetings
  • Business Development
  • Lighting
  • Casting
  • Management
  • Art Direction
  • Board of Directors
  • Social Media
  • Microsoft Word
  • Digital Photography
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Logo Design
  • Scriptwriting
  • Forklift Operation
  • Data Entry
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Small Business
  • Music Education
  • Business Management
  • Props

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