Jessica Atal born in Santiago, Chile, is a writer, poet, editor, essayist, and literary critic with an extensive career in literature and cultural media. She studied Literature at the University of Chile and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from the Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from University of Utah (Salt Lake City, USA).

For 27 years, she worked at the newspaper El Mercurio (1988–2015), publishing numerous articles on literature, art, culture, current affairs, and politics, and serving as editor-in-chief of the El Mercurio‑Aguilar publishing imprint from 2000 to 2009.
Atal has published poetry, fiction, and essays, including Variaciones en azul profundo (1991), Pérdida (2010), Arquetipos (2013), Cortina de elefantes (2014), Carne Blanca (2016), WhatsApp, Amor (2016), and Ella también se va (2018). Her work has been translated into multiple languages and featured in anthologies, newspapers, and magazines internationally. In 2004, she received the Edward Said Awardfrom the Fundación Palestina Belén 2000,
recognizing her cultural and intellectual contribution.

Currently, Jessica Atal collaborates with New Beginning Films, directing the company’s communication and press department and managing media strategy and project dissemination. She also continues her work as an independent editor and contributor to the cultural magazine La Panera.

Jessica Villegas , born in Santiago, Chile, is a Mathematics professor at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile with a distinguished career in education. She holds a Bachelor’s in Education, a Master’s in Psychopedagogy and specializations in educational technology (TIC) and assessment for learning, which have enabled her to develop strong work across educational levels and in corporate contexts, including content creation and educational consultancy for children and youth projects.

Jessica Villegas currently collaborates with New Beginning Films on the educational animation project Los Héroes del Barrio, contributing her pedagogical expertise and strategic vision to the creation of content that integrates learning, creativity, and values.

Throughout her career, she has worked in schools and universities, with a strong commitment to students’ holistic development. Her work focuses on creating meaningful learning spaces, fostering respect, collaboration, and valuing diverse contexts as essential components of education.

Marlen Al Bandak, from Bethlehem, Palestine, is an architect specialized in the rehabilitation and preservation of cultural heritage, with a deep commitment to the memory and identity of her territory. She lives in Cisjordania, where she has developed a notable career restoring historic spaces, combining technical expertise, sensitivity, and a profound understanding of the local context.

In addition to her architectural training, Marlen has experience in public relations and audiovisual production assistance, having contributed to projects such as the documentary Tierra Palestina, educational initiatives, and trilingual translation (Arabic, Spanish, English), serving as a key human and professional bridge between cultures.

She currently collaborates with New Beginning Films as the company’s liaison in Cisjordania, supporting the coordination of projects developed in the region and facilitating their integration with the producer’s international vision. Her work reflects a perspective that unites knowledge, territory, and purpose, with the conviction that culture is also a form of resistance.

Mohammad El Atrash, from Al-Nuseirat, Gaza, Palestine, is a sound and audiovisual media specialistwith over 20 years of experience in sound engineering and audio editing. He has worked in radio stations, television channels, and educational centers across the Gaza Strip, establishing himself as one of the region’s most prominent technical voices.

He has contributed to the development of local media projects, the installation of radio studios, and the training of new sound professionals, bringing expertise in both technical and pedagogical areas. His accolades include “Gaza and Jerusalem: A Shared Pain” (Best Radio Film, Islamic Union of Radio and Television Festival, Iran) and “Bil’in” (Best Radio Film, Best Palestinian Journalistic Works Award, Gaza, 2008).

Mohammad has also explored the integration of artificial intelligence in music and sound creation, combining technology with artistic sensitivity. He currently collaborates with New Beginning Films, leading the company’s animation projects and applying AI tools to enhance their creative and technical development.

Tomás is a lawyer with over 14 years of professional experience, specializing in Administrative Law and the public sector. He began his career at Clifford Chance LLP and joined Rivero Gustafson Abogados in 2012as part of the litigation department. Throughout his career, he has provided legal defense and advisory services in significant cases, representing both national and international companies as well as public entities. In 2021, he was tasked with creating and leading the Administrative and Public Sector Law department at Rivero & Gustafson Abogados, managing high-profile cases of considerable legal complexity and visibility. Since 2024, he has practiced independently while maintaining collaborations as of counsel with various law firms.

Academically, Tomás holds a Law degree from Universidad Europea de Madrid (2010) and a Master in Business Entrepreneurship (MBE) from Universidad Complutense de Madrid (2018), completing in 2024 the Executive Development Program (PDD) at IESE Business School. He was a finalist for the “Forty under 40” award by Iberian Lawyer in 2022 and has contributed to recognized legal publications, highlighting his commitment to excellence and professional integrity.

Tomás currently collaborates with New Beginning Films , providing legal advice for all the company’s projects, offering strategic support and legal security in contract management, rights and licensing, and in the planning of national and international productions.