AIFL Media Arts Alumni Profile: Juan "WonKa" Hernandez
This is part of a series highlighting the exceptional alumni from the Media Arts departments at the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale. WonKa is a graduate of the Winter quarter 2017 class and winner of the Best Portfolio in the Digital Filmmaking and Video Production Bachelors of Science degree program.
Each graduate is required to produce no less then 10 videos in creative and business categories; provide accompanying paperwork in the form of a portfolio book covering all aspects of their production planning; design and create personal branding, a website, business card, logo and create a 10 minute reel featuring some of the materials submitted for faculty review.
This is WonKa's reel.
About WonKa: Inspired by the psychology and power of media, Juan Hernandez has dedicated himself to studying and mastering the art of filmmaking. Whether it is a film, a commercial, or a documentary, there is always a story to be told, audiences to be entertained, and emotions to be provoked. From Beginning to end, every story has to be nurtured to have its own purpose. As a producer, Juan oversees and ensures that the story's needs are met every step of the way. With experience in all stages of production, Juan understands the various aspects that go into conceptualizing a story, creating a budget, building a team, acquiring permits and bringing the vision to life.
With the goal to create a legacy of stunning visuals with powerful stories, Juan continues to further his skills and knowledge as a filmmaker every day by being exposed to new content, equipment, techniques and experiences. The media industry moves quickly and changes rapidly, making it a must to learn and understand different platforms, soft wares, and tools to make the viewer's experience unforgettable.
His passion drives him every day to create and develop ideas and stories that make audiences feel what is beyond the frame.
