Portrait of Etika - The Etika Mural Part 2

Branding, Marketing, Producing, Directing, Creative Direction

As Creative Director for this project, I honored Desmond, a beloved YouTuber, by raising awareness for mental health. After the initial mural raised over $11,000 for charity but was taken down, we created a permanent mural and a heartfelt documentary capturing the process and fan messages. I led fundraising, set the creative direction for the mural, and marketed the project. The documentary received multiple awards, and social media posts went viral, accumulating over a million views and impressions, showcasing the impact of art and storytelling in mental health awareness.

Awards

  • Impact Docs Awards, 2023 Winner, Award of Recognition, Documentary Short

  • IndieFEST Film Awards, 2022 Winner, Award of Recognition, Best Film (Special Purpose Productions)

  • Depth of Field International Film Festival Competition, 2023 Winner, Award of Merit, Best Loose Short

  • Depth of Field International Film Festival Competition, 2023 Winner, Award of Exceptional Merit, Viewer Impact: Inspirational