Director, Don't Dance With Death (1999 South Texas Contest Winner)

"Perhaps by creating a strong voice for Mexican-Americans and an opportunity to identify visually with characters on-screen, we can find solutions to stop the spread of HIV."

- Hector Galán

Hector Galán has been involved with television for over 25 years. He has operated the Austin-based Galan Productions, Inc. for 15 years, during which time he has directed and produced numerous award-winning documentary projects. His accomplishments include eleven episodes of the highly acclaimed PBS series Frontline, two projects for the PBS series, The American Experience, and three independent specials - all of which have been broadcast nationally. Hector acted as Series Producer for the landmark PBS series Chicano! History of the Mexican American Civil Rights Movement. Hector is a frequent guest lecturer and keynote speaker at universities and national conferences throughout the country. His company is currently producing Visiones, a bold and exciting television series about Latino art and culture in the United States for PBS.

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