Originally from Puerto Rico, JP serves as Director of Social Video for National Geographic. For the past six years he worked as a producer, cinematographer and editor for National Geographic producing content for their digital and social platforms as well as TV content. Combining film techniques with a keen sense of wildlife and exploration storytelling for digital and social platforms is JP’s forte. He believes looking at the broader picture, and all sides of the spectrum on complicated environmental, exploration and wildlife protection issues is key to getting audiences engaged. He received his BA, in international Affairs from George Washington University, MA in film production from American University and his JD from the Interamerican University of Puerto Rico School of Law.