Felipe Contreras (Camera Operator) is an award-winning storyteller, filmmaker, and emerging leader in nonprofit and academic sectors, with over seven
years of experience amplifying underrepresented voices and driving systemic change. He currently serves as Program Manager for the Wakaya Project at the Indigenous Wellness Research Institute (IWRI) at the University of Washington, where he leads NIH- funded initiatives focused on community wellness, youth empowerment, and land-based healing. 

In 2024, he founded Project Men Unmasked (PMU), a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing mental health disparities among BIPOC and Indigenous men
through culturally relevant storytelling, land-based practices, and creative workshops. Felipe's filmmaking has premiered at
prestigious festivals, including the Jackson Wild Media Lab, ImagineNATIVE, and the Seattle International Film Festival, which has
led to his recognition as a fellow at both Jackson Wild and The Flaherty Seminar. His documentaries and multimedia projects explore
themes of identity, resilience, and systemic equity, blending compelling narratives with research-driven insights. Felipe holds a
Bachelor's degree in Anthropology from the University of Washington and a Master's certification in Environmental Visual
Communication from Fleming College. His collaborations with global organizations like Doc Society, If Not Us Then Who, and
Conservation International reflect his deep commitment to equity, justice, and transformative storytelling.