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Mexico City, 06/10/2026 | Mexico City became the stage for an unforgettable evening as the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Countdown Concert brought together artists, fans, and audiences in a live celebration marking one year to go until the world's biggest football tournament. Held at the iconic Auditorio Nacional and simultaneously connected with events in Toronto and Los Angeles, the concert created a shared experience across North America, blending music, culture, and the excitement

Indianapolis / 05/14/2026 | Eli Lilly and Company’s 150th anniversary celebration brought together nearly 20,000 employees and their families at the Lilly Corporate Center in Indianapolis for an event that combined live entertainment and music in one of the company’s most significant gatherings of th e year. The show was directed by Marcelo Gama, who led the production of an event featuring an exclusive performance by Lenny Kravitz. The program also featured appearances by re

Las Vegas, NV 04/22/2023.- The 2023 Latin America Music Awards, a prominent ceremony in the Latin Music Industry, took place on April 21st, at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Broadcasted for the first time by Univision, its eighth edition reached a much wider audience in both the US and Latin America. Attendees and viewers were left with their jaws dropped as the night carried on with a spectacle of a perfectly synchronization of lights, visual effects, and top notch performance

Miami, FL. 02/25/23 – Thinking Lion was honored to have directed and worked alongside unique producers and professionals for another year at Univision’s PREMIO LO NUESTRO (PLN), this time in its 35th edition. Spectacular performances, super talented artists, impeccable stage, creatives and lighting were part of the longest-running Latin Music Award Show in the U.S., and has secured Univision’s No. 1 network ranking on all of television in primetime for the fourth consecutive

Since its inception in 1989, PREMIO LO NUESTRO has served as a global platform for Hispanic artists and has set the trend for what is to come, especially in music. Set to air LIVE from Miami–Dade Arena on February 23rd, the show will be directed by International Emmy Award Winner, the live tv and multi-camera director, Marcelo Gama. Premio lo nuestro 2023, is right around the corner

Los Angeles – CA 12/11/2023 .- In a groundbreaking achievement, the Recording Academy, in collaboration with Jesse Collins Entertainment and CBS, orchestrated a remarkable historic concert – the Grammy Salute To 50 Years Of Hip-Hop – at the YouTube Theater in Inglewood, CA, on November 8. This high-energy and celebratory event, recorded on that memorable night, was broadcast to viewers on CBS on Sunday, December 10, delivering a show that resonated with the very essence of hi

New York, NY 07/08/2023.- Combining technology and a passion for creating extraordinary experiences, Thinking Lion’s CEO, Marcelo Gama, took the helm in directing the iconic 4th of July event in New York and Nashville. As the largest summer celebration in America, this spectacular show, produced by Jesse Collins Entertainment, NBC, and Macy’s, enthralled thousands of attendees for over two hours. With live musical performances, a magnificent orchestra, and a breathtaking dis

San Juan, PR 07/21/2023.- Premios Juventud 2023, skillfully directed by Marcelo Gama from Thinking Lion, created an unforgettable celebration of music, culture, and youth. The event was a spectacle of captivating screens and lights that left the audience in awe. Talented executives Uji Fulgueira and Ulises Chang led as executive producers, while House of Sam infused their creative touch, making this edition truly extraordinary. ACME ensured flawless production execution, ens

Miami, FL. 03/20/23 – Constantly seeking to innovate, the attention of our CEO, Marcelo Gama, was captured by the extreme precision of camera work and how perfectly in sync Eurovision’s shows on screen. No mark was ever missed. Director Gama’s curiosity was aroused. He conducted a meticulous research which led him to the discovery of CuePilot: a cloud-based application that allows several users to work on the same project at the same time, either online or offline. Since the

Brazil – 08/08/2023.- In a spectacular display of unity and innovation, Brazil’s «Criança Esperança» live show has etched its name in history by breaking fundraising and audience records. With the brilliant utilization of Thinking Lion’s groundbreaking CuePilot technology, the broadcast achieved an unprecedented level of coherence and reliability, elevating the entire production. Under the direction of Marcelo Amiky, the event graced the screens of TV Globo, leaving an endu

Miami, FL. 03/28/23 – We are approaching the 2023’s Latin American Music Awards, and Thinking Lion could not be more thrilled with this year’s big announcements! We are proud the share that the 8th edition of the show will, for the first time, count with the direction of International Emmy Award Winner, multi-camera director, and Thinking Lion’s CEO, Director Marcelo Gama. LatinAMAs, is set to air on April 20th, straight from from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. This

Miami – 10/28/2023.- On October 26, 2023, the inaugural edition of the Rolling Stone Awards in Spanish took place, marking a celebration dedicated to talented Latin artists. This groundbreaking event, held in Miami, stood out for its distinctive approach, aiming to acknowledge the quality, innovation, and cultural impact of Spanish-language creations. Under the guidance and production led by Marcelo Gama, alongside the executive producer Tony Parody, and supported by their t

MIAMI — On November 14, 2025, the Latin Grammy Awards celebrated their 25th anniversary with a spectacular ceremony in Miami. A key figure in the event’s ongoing success is Marcelo Gama, CEO of Thinking Lion, whose visionary leadership has been instrumental in shaping the awards’ production over the years. Gama first directed the Latin Grammy pre-show in 2012 and was entrusted with the main ceremony in 2018. His unique creative vision and attention to detail have helped eleva

Miami, FL. 03/24/23 – Featuring a mix of interviews, comedy sketches and the latest entertainment news, “De noche pero sin sueño” is a very popular late-night talk show amongst the Latin community. The show’s second season premiered last Sunday, and this time it was directed by our CEO, Marcelo Gama, who contributed to the show’s perfect sync of creativity and professionalism. The most popular late night show in Latin TV, directed by Marcelo Gama

Mountain View, CA 05/12/2023.- In a spectacular display of innovation, Google’s annual grand presentation at Google I/O left audiences in awe as groundbreaking advancements in both software and hardware were unveiled. Spearheaded by the renowned production company Done and Dusted, the event was flawlessly executed with an added touch of precision from CuePilot, the leading provider of multi-camera control and live streaming solutions. Thinking Lion, the company behind CuePilo

MIAMI — The biggest celebration of Latin music kicked off with style and flair as Marcelo Gama took the reins of Premio Lo Nuestro 2025, delivering a stunning visual spectacle that captivated millions. The event, broadcast live from Kaseya Center in Miami, opened with an unforgettable performance featuring Will Smith, India Martínez, Thalía, and DJ Khaled, who united on stage to perform First Love and Miami , setting the stage for a night of pure musical magic. The ceremony a

Los Angeles – CA 06/21/2024 .- Marcelo Gama, CEO of Thinking Lion, renowned for his International Emmy Award-winning multi-camera direction, will lead the 24th BET Awards on June 30th at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Promising a celebration of cultural diversity and creativity, Gama's direction is set to elevate this year's event to new heights. Follow #BETAwards for updates. Marcelo Gama to Direct 24th BET Awards, Promising Cultural Celebration

Los Angeles – CA 02/03/2024 .-Jon Bon Jovi was celebrated at the 33rd annual MusiCares Person of the Year gala on February 2, 2024, in Los Angeles. The Bon Jovi frontman found himself surrounded by an impressive lineup of musicians, including Bruce Springsteen, Shania Twain, and others, under the production expertise of Joe Lewis and R.A. Clark. For Marcelo Gama, CEO of Thinking Lion, who has directed the MusiCares gala for the third consecutive year, it was an immense honor.

Los Angeles – CA 12/11/2023 .- In a groundbreaking achievement, the Recording Academy, in collaboration with Jesse Collins Entertainment and CBS, orchestrated a remarkable historic concert – the Grammy Salute To 50 Years Of Hip-Hop – at the YouTube Theater in Inglewood, CA, on November 8. This high-energy and celebratory event, recorded on that memorable night, was broadcast to viewers on CBS on Sunday, December 10, delivering a show that resonated with the very essence of hi

Los Angeles, CA. 02/03/22 – Since its inception in 1991, MusiCares has been dedicated to uplifting the importance of equality, empowerment, and representation in music. Smokey Robinson and Berry Gordy / Person of the Year is MusiCares’ annual GRAMMY week event that celebrates their honorees’ creative accomplishments and philanthropic work, Thinking Lion is delighted to have contributed to the success of the event once more, through the meticulous work of Director Marcelo Gam