Tequoia Urbina

Tequoia Urbina is an award-winning screenwriter and filmmaker in Atlanta, GA. She is a graduate of Georgia State University and Northeastern University. Tequoia has over 25 years of experience in TV and film and dedicates her craft to creating thought-provoking and entertaining content. Urbina is represented by Independent Artists Entertainment and the member of several industry based organizations. Her network includes domestic and international production companies. She is currently in preparation to assist the Kenyan government enhance their film industry alongside her international partners.

Tequoia is committed to opportunities for women and people of color. She understands that representation matters and strives to reflect that in each of her projects. When she is not writing, she spends time with her family and loves ALL things art-related. ​

Format: Unscripted Features, Scripted Feature, Scripted Shorts, Scripted Episodic

Genre: Horror

Location: Atlanta, Georgia, United States, Portugal

Best Drama Short - Independent Shorts Awards, 2020 (Gehenna)

Best Female Director- Independent Shorts Awards, 2020 (Gehenna)

Best U.S. and International Female Director, Venice Shorts, 2020 (Gehenna)

Best U.S. and International Narrative/Drama Film, Venice Shorts, 2020 (Gehenna)

Semi-Finalist, Short Narrative Film, Flickers' Rhode Island International Film Festival, 2021 (Gehenna)