Director, writer, speaker, filmmaker and actor Giovannie Espiritu originally got into show business doing voice-over work for video games. Since then, Espiritu has expanded her skillset and earned accolades in acting, directing and producing. Her passion is creating a more inclusive and empathetic world through storytelling. She also loves coaching actors and other creatives.
Her filmmaking portfolio boasts many awards, including an honorable mention at Outfest Fusion for her first short film Ultra-Feminist, more than 12 awards at festivals for her second short film ALLY 3000 and a 2023 Telly silver award for her third film Legacy.
Espiritu is committed to promoting diverse representation in the film industry and speaks out against all forms of discrimination. She regularly mentors young artists and volunteers with Las Vegas nonprofit The Cupcake Girls. She also works with the Filipino Chamber of Commerce Greater Nevada.