Brandon XIV
Brandon is a filmmaker, poet, and technologist working at the intersection of art and innovation. With award-winning work in both narrative film and software design, he brings a hybrid sensibility to storytelling, merging creative vision with technical ingenuity.
He began his career in education as a learning technologist, earning multiple accolades including 5 nominations for International e-Learning Designer of the Year. Brandon then co-founded SHOWRUNNER, a film tech startup lowering the barriers to entry and democratizing the filmmaking process. He has since become a leading voice in virtual production, AI, and emerging film technology.
As a film director, Brandon gained immediate acclaim with his first two short films, which were selected by over 50 film festivals and went on to win more than 25 awards. These projects established Brandon’s signature style—blending surreal imagery, grounded performance, and innovative narrative structure to explore deeply human themes.
Also an advocate for mental health awareness through his spoken-word projects, Brandon’s work in poetry has been praised for its emotional honesty, lyrical depth, and innovation in format.
Whether through poetry, film, or software, Brandon’s work remains committed to truth, human connection, and challenging the boundaries of traditional storytelling.
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