The Changemaker : SHORT FILM
Working on The Changemaker was a great opportunity to explore something a little different creatively. The film is a corporate drama short film designed as a story that resonates with audiences familiar with LinkedIn-style professional narratives about ambition, leadership, and workplace challenges. As the Director of Photography, my favorite moment to capture was the long establishing shot at the beginning of the film, which helped set the tone visually. Collaborating with a talented crew and having the flexibility to experiment with cinematography and visual storytelling made the experience both fun and creatively rewarding.
The Changemaker | Corporate Drama Short Film The Changemaker is a short film about a young college graduate entering the corporate world, where new ideas and fresh perspectives often struggle to be heard in organizations resistant to change. Determined to make an impact, the young professional quickly learns that challenging established systems is never easy. This corporate drama short film explores ambition, workplace culture, and the difficulty of creating meaningful change within rigid professional environments. Filmed on location in New York and New Jersey, the film was shot using the DJI Ronin 4D cinema camera system with Sony lenses, delivering a cinematic visual style.
🎬 Film Details
Starring: Mauricio Lara, Fatima, John Didomencio
Written & Directed by: Jose Bustillo (New York Film Academy)
Co-Director: Cristian Bing - Capiraso
Director of Photography: Erick Moya
Sound: Siddhartha Mathema
Produced by: Bad Hombres Films
Shot on Location: New Jersey, New York
Camera: DJI Ronin 4D
The Changemaker was directed by Jose Bustillo, a LinkedIn influencer and fellow New York Film Academy classmate. Working on his project was a great experience because he had a clear creative vision for the story. As the Director of Photography, my role was to bring that vision to life through the cinematography. The film explores the sense of excitement and hope that comes with entering the corporate world, even when the workplace can be challenging for those just starting their careers.
The Changemaker was a rewarding project to work on with a great crew. The film was completed during a one-day shoot with a few days dedicated to editing and post-production. The story reflects situations that many people experience in the corporate workplace, where new professionals sometimes have to push back and advocate for their ideas in order to be heard. In the end, it becomes an uplifting story about personal growth and the early steps of a young professional’s journey.
