Trae inc.


Toronto Raptors


In 2021 I was selected as an artist by the Toronto Raptors and OVO for their 1st cohort of the ‘Welcome Toronto Creators Program.’ My short film was broadcasted during the Toronto Raptors game vs. The Sixers on May 29th 2022, and played on the screen of Jurrasic Park at Scotiabank Arena. 

The Toronto Raptors presents “Tracy”
  Short Film (2021)








Starring: Wilson Duong, Juleah Nguyen, Harlow and Camden Sanchez Ellazar
Producer: Trae Nguyen 
Director: Trae Nguyen & Due Pinlac
PM: Christian Epistola
DP: Vanessa Millado 
Editor: Due Pinlac
1st AD: Cowin Poon 
Stylist: Shira Hershkop
HMU: Kathy Nguyen
BTS Photo: Anthony Nusca 



City Jersey Promo


I’m not Filipino, but growing up in the basketball and dance community in Vancouver - it’s inevitable to be raised by the titos and titas around you. The Filipino community is the largest fan base of the Toronto Raptors. When I was asked to direct a video that could promote the Raptor’s City jersey and it’s fans - I wanted to celebrate the faces of those who's cheers echo and fill the arena on game nights. The Tainos embody a generational love for basketball that’s been passed down within their family. And it all beautifully started with Mama and Papa who brought their family to Canada from the Philippines. 

All It Takes One (2021)
Written & Directed by: Trae Nguyen
Producer: Mark Taino 
Poet: Jillian Maniquis  





Starring: The Taino Family 
Producer & Director: Trae Nguyen 
Producer: Mark Taino
DP: Theo Demeke 
Assist: Steen Pinlac 
BTS Photo: Anthony Nusca 
Editor: Helen Nguyen