Biography
Christian Gonzalez was born in Houston. Texas, in 2003. During his high school years at Heights High School, he took Audio-Visual Production classes that introduced him to the many aspects of video production, like equipment handling, editing, and storytelling. In 2021, Christian graduated from high school. Seeing the powerful storytelling ability of digital editing tools, his passion for cinematography led him to enroll in the Graphic Design program at San Jacinto College. During his time there, Christian received an Associate of Applied Science and Occupational Certification in Art and Design in 2024. Creating graphic works and videos that have been displayed for the San Jacinto College Art Gallery Student Show Exhibition during 2022-2024. He then transferred to the University of Houston-Clear Lake in 2025 to continue studying graphic design and filmmaking. Becoming active in the filmmaking community by creating short films and submitting them to film festivals. Going on to receive an award at the Brightside Tavern Film Festival in Jersey City, New Jersey, for “Best Concept” for one of his short films in March 2026. Christian is currently the TA for Michael Brims, who is the Professor of Communication and Digital Media at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. Expected to graduate with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in concentration of Graphic Design and a Minor in Video Production in December 2026.
Christian also enjoys all forms of horror media, which greatly influences most of his work.
Artist Statement
There are two qualities I want my work to evoke: storytelling and a sense of unity. Both filmmaking and graphic design allow me to explore these ideas by creating experiences that connect individual elements into a cohesive whole. Although they require different skills and creative approaches, they ultimately serve the same purpose.
What I am
I do not define myself solely as a graphic designer or a filmmaker; I define myself as a storyteller. I am fascinated by the ability of visual media to transform ideas, emotions, and experiences into narratives that resonate with others. Whether through creating visual pieces or by writing and directing dark films, I seek to bring color and meaning to the gray complexities of life.
My goal as an storyteller
As our world continues to evolve within an increasingly digital landscape, stories can travel farther and faster than ever before. This possibility inspires me to experiment, innovate, and combine different creative disciplines. Through my work, I aim to unite the many small pieces I create into meaningful stories that connect people and encourage them to see the world from new perspectives.