Emmanuel "Manny" Taveras is a bilingual creative director, cinematographer, and multimedia storyteller based in New Orleans. Known online as @MannyFilmedIt, he specializes in visual storytelling through photography, videography, and content strategy. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for authentic narratives, he has led dynamic campaigns for brands like SHOC Visors and contributed to major productions, including live sports broadcasting with Fox Sports.
Manny’s creative journey spans a diverse range of freelance projects — from capturing the essence of cultural events like Essence Festival and White Linen Night to producing compelling content for sports teams, local brands, and universities. As the Lead Creative for Dillard Athletics and an active member of the Black Photography Club, he remains deeply connected to the HBCU creative community.
He brings expertise in video editing (DaVinci Resolve, CapCut), photography (Lightroom, Photoshop), and social media strategy to every project. With a following of over 150K on TikTok and millions of views across platforms, Manny understands how to craft visuals that resonate with audiences.
He’s passionate about helping others tell their stories through powerful, engaging visuals.
