Emily Martinez Robles

I'm a writer, producer, director, and editor from Fresno, California. My work is rooted in community, centering on amplifying underrepresented narratives to inspire others to see the value in their own stories. My storytelling journey began with documenting Fresno's urban landscape and capturing interviews, highlighting the voices and lived experiences of those around me. 

I graduated this spring with a B.A. in Film and Media and a B.S. in Society and Environment from the University of California, Berkeley. At UC Berkeley, I developed my practice of writing, producing, directing, and editing through film production courses, film clubs, and a videography internship documenting educational movements in the Bay Area since the 1960s, beginning with the Third World Liberation Front strike. 

After graduating, I returned home to the heart of the Central Valley to continue telling stories that reflect and uplift my community through the power of moving images.