MANK'AY IS A QUECHUA (ECUADORIAN INDIGENOUS LANGUAGE) WORD THAT MEAN "DREAM."
As an individual who left Ecuador for Canada alone and on his own, I had nothing but dreams to drive me. Therefore, I would like to help make your dreams come true, too. At Mank'ay, we're not just here to cash a check. Contact us, and I assure you we'll adapt to your specific situation. We can't wait to work together!
SANTIAGO ALBUJA
Founder/ Filmmaker and Producer
Multimedia producer, filmmaker and video analyst with over 7 years of experience. Owner of a small-sized film production company named Mankay Films, focused on making art education and film development more accessible to the general public. Co-producer of Two Tierras Binational Film Festival in collaboration with Homegrown YYC. Experienced as a film producer, director of photography, content creator, photographer, event coordinator and administrator
EXPERIENCE
BA in Film Studies from the University of Calgary
- 7 years of experience in Photography
- 4 years of experience in Videography
-- 10 years of acting experience. Currently represented by Sophia Models International and Faces of Wendy
THOUGHTS AND MISSION
To me, the success of a business, a speech and life, in general, relies on the way you tell stories. If the story is not compelling, the message will not get across. I am here to help you learn the best way in which you can keep that audience on their toes.
I am passionate about providing help. Mank’ay is not only a production company but also an academy that focuses on providing a safe space where you can express yourself. Do not fear being original, most people live in fear, which is not worth it based on how short and precious life is.
We are built from originality, creativity and respect. Speak your mind and make the world a better place with your art.
DIANA DE GRACIA
Sound Recording Technician
Based in Moh’kins’tsis, otherwise known as Calgary, Diana is a filmmaker with a passion for the art of sound. Over the past year, Diana began her career as a sound technician trainee on 3 feature films, including the box-office hit Hello Love Again. She has refined her craft over 11 short films, bringing quality audio recording to performances and building immersive soundscapes to help better express stories that need to be heard.
On the side, she dabbles in voice acting, plays the clarinet, and partakes in human rights activism.
CERTIFICATIONS
Mount Royal University - Bachelor of Communications, Broadcast Media Studies
I.A.T.S.E. 212 - Set Etiquette
Director's Guild of Canada - PA Training
