E.J. is a University of Houston alumni with a degree in journalism and advertising. He began his journey in the creative world as a copywriter at JWT Manila. His passion for storytelling led him to the Mowelfund Film Institute, where he perfected his craft as a writer and director.
His narrative directorial debut, TALAHIB, earned him a GAWAD CCP nomination for Best Director. THIRD WORLD HAPPY, his first full-length film secured a best screenplay nomination and an invitation to the JEONJU KOREAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL, where it contended for the NETPAC Best Asian Film Award.
E.J.'s second short, KAWAL, garnered a Gawad CCP Honorable Mention, further solidifying his standing in the industry. His most recent works includethe VIVAMAX sexy-drama LIKO, which debuted at Number One and remained in the top spot for weeks. Currently, his films CRAZY IN LOVE, a romantic comedy, and BULLET DAY, an action-packed drama, are also streaming, continuing to captivate audiences.