WHO WE ARE?
We work at the intersection of storytelling and innovation—supporting projects in live action, animation, AI filmmaking, audio fiction, and immersive formats like the metaverse.
Through hybrid funding models (traditional grants + blockchain), community building, and education, we’re helping to shape the future of genre storytelling.
Arcano is more than a club—it's a creative lab, a launchpad, and a gathering place for those who dare to imagine the impossible.
The Minds Behind the Club
A multidisciplinary trio building strange worlds, bold strategies, and stories that dare to go deeper.
🜁 Paola Terán
CEO & Director of Strategy
Paola drives both the creative and business direction of Arcano. With a diverse background in advertising, marketing, film direction, and screenwriting, her expertise spans speculative genres like horror, sci-fi, and fantasy. She has studied at renowned institutions in New York City, Spain, and London, each shaping her unique approach to filmmaking and storytelling. Her projects have been selected at major international festivals such as Rotterdam, Sanfic, Sitges, and Rio Market, among others. Paola has also been a participant in Berlinale Talents, Cine Qua Non Lab, and the London International Screenwriting Festival, with notable work including Locked Up Abroad for National Geographic, across Peru, the U.S., France, and Brazil.
At Arcano, Paola curates projects, builds strategic partnerships, and integrates cutting-edge technologies like blockchain and AI to support emerging creators and bring fresh, innovative ideas to life.
🜂 César Santivañez
VP of Development & Story Curation
César is a skilled writer and narrative consultant specializing in pushing the boundaries of speculative fiction, with a focus on science fiction, transhumanism, and AI. With a wealth of experience in curating stories, he ensures that Arcano's projects remain bold, innovative, and thought-provoking.
César plays a key role in talent scouting, mentoring writers, and shaping the editorial vision to stay true to the platform's unique ethos.
He has spoken at prestigious international events such as Worldcon 75 (Finland) and Boskone 59 (USA), and was a guest at Lucca Comics & Games 2022 (Italy). He is also the editor-in-chief of Future Fiction Magazine in Spanish and serves as a board member of the Latin American Future Network.
At Arcano, César brings a fresh perspective to storytelling, exploring digital identities, post-capitalism, and the future of humanity.
🜄 Miguel Miyahira
Head of Web3, Innovation & Emerging Tech
Miguel is a director, communicator, and expert in audiovisual production and content marketing. At Arcano, he leads the integration of blockchain and immersive technologies, crafting decentralized funding strategies and developing tools like NFTs, DAOs, and tokenized perks. He’s also behind the creation of immersive metaverse experiences, ensuring projects thrive in the digital ecosystem.
As a director, Miguel's narrative projects always incorporate innovative elements, pushing the limits of traditional filmmaking. His creative vision is key to blending technology with storytelling.
Miguel is also committed to education and community building, having mentored and instructed in Web3 initiatives such as the Women in Web3 Bootcamp and co-founded Film3Peru. With his deep experience in Web3 entertainment, he collaborates with creators to connect with audiences and ensure sustainability in Arcano’s technological framework.