Question 1

Who is João Seiça?

Accepted Answer

João Seiça is a Lisbon-based film director working across live action and generative AI. He holds an MA in Screen Directing from Drama Centre London (Central Saint Martins) and an MSc in Physics Engineering, and directs commercials, campaign films and television drama.

Question 2

What kind of AI filmmaking does he do?

Accepted Answer

Story-led AI filmmaking: generative tools are used inside a conventional directing process — script, character, performance, edit — rather than as an effect. Recent examples include Portugal's official 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign for FPF and the Pingo Doce series Aqui Há Gato.

Question 3

What has his AI work won?

Accepted Answer

Silver at Clube dos Criativos 2026 in the AI in Video category, three nominations across two categories, and selection as a finalist in Runway's Gen:48 international AI filmmaking competition.

Question 4

Is he available for international work?

Accepted Answer

Yes. He is based in Lisbon, works worldwide, and is open to international representation and direct client work. Contact: seica@joaoseica.tv.