Bio
Patrokiras (lit. "Kira's Dad") is the working name of Chenxing Liu, a commercial director with over a decade in documentaries and commercials, with an education background in Documentary Media (MFA), Anthropology and Philosophy. Also a software developer and writer.
Currently based in Toronto, Canada.
- Homo Navis: Echoes of the Sapiens
Sci-fi novella — coming 2026.
- FCPBooster
Browser-based tools suite for Final Cut Pro users.
- Nori AI
Product commercial for AI-powered family organizer app.
- Vocci AI Ring
AI-powered smart ring.
- Skies of Valor
WW2 China theatre aerial warfare. 12-episode mini series + 30-min documentary.
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- Proximator
iOS proxy converter and footage previewer.
- Chatika
iOS chat app powered by large language models.
- YesWelder DP200
Product video for portable welder.
- Elehear Beyond
Commercial for AI-powered OTC hearing aid.
- Looi Robot
Product video for desktop companion robot.
- Nuvy Vorta
Commercial featuring classical painting figures.
- Oso AI Earbuds
AI-powered earbuds with real-time transcription.
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- Oladance OWS Sports
Sport-focused open-ear headphone.
- Dayoo TranSteamer
Cordless steam cleaner.
- AWS Shenzhen
Brand commercial for Amazon Web Services featuring 10+ companies.
- OXS Thunder
Gaming soundbar with Dolby Atmos.
- Khadas Mind
Modular mini PC workstation.
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- 4T7 Smart Cutting Board
Stealth-action inspired campaign video.
- ChouBox
Smart self-cleaning cat litter box.
- Osotek HotWave
First 4-in-1 hot water mop vacuum.
- Unitree Pump
Motor-powered pocket gym by Unitree Robotics.
- YesWelder CT2050
7-in-1 welder with built-in air compressor.
- Lawaken One
AR smart glasses for outdoor adventure.
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- Dayoo Original
Portable steam cleaner.
- Hollyland — Feel My City Sounds
Global short film contest for 200+ filmmakers.
- Oleap Pilot
Open-ear headphones with standout noise cancellation.
- Plaud Note
AI voice recorder.
- Season Breath Sofa
Eco-friendly modular sofa.
- YesWelder MP200
First 5-in-1 welder.
- Hollyland Solidcom M1
Full-duplex wireless intercom system for live events.
- Gevi 4-in-1
Premium pour-over coffee grinder and maker.
- Plan International — Becoming Better Selves
Decade-long education program in Guangxi.
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- Oladance OWS Original
First open-ear headphone. OWS name originated from this production.
- Goodbye Winter
Covid-19 documentary. 75 interviews, well received in China.
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- Zhiyun Smooth Q2
Smartphone gimbal launch video. Shot in Peru.
- Zhiyun Weebill S
Camera gimbal launch video. Shot in Canada.
- Plan International — Beijing Immigrant Youth
Documentary on migrant youth vocational training.
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- Zero Breeze Mark 2
Portable AC campaign video.
- FTMS Toyota China
Brand documentary for FAW Toyota.
- Nanjing Peace Forum
UNESCO-backed documentary. Shot in France, Poland, India, and Lebanon.
- Wheelchaired Sisyphus
Pilot cut from China's Wheelchair Basketball Paralympics. A personally meaningful project.
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- City of Nanjing
UNESCO Creative Cities application film. Nanjing became China's first Creative City of Literature.
- Sensoro
Commercial for IoT fire prevention system.
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- Glowfold
Nanjing craft × Western design documentary.
- Immortal Flower
Second episode of the Nanjing craft documentary series.
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