Misael Sanchez

Teaches at International Film Institute of New York

Misael Sanchez is a New York based filmmaker whose primary work is comprised of Documentaries and Independent film projects relating to the urban city experience. He began his career while enrolled at New York University’s Film Program where he graduated with a focus on Cinematography and Producing. Misael is the Founder and Director of the International Film Institute of New York. He joined the Columbia University Graduate Film program in 1995, where he was Director of Instruction & Cinematography concentration program coordinator for 15 years. As Faculty at Sarah Lawrence College he teaches Cinematography at the undergraduate Film/New Media program. He works as a professional Director of Photography and Producer on a variety of projects ranging from Television Documentaries, Short Films, and Music Videos.