I am a highly creative author and screenwriter with a strong background in writing feature scripts, shorts, series and short stories. I enjoy crafting original work across genres and often collaborate as a co-author. I am inspired by people, society and world events, and I strive to bring original, engaging stories to life. I have hosted and produced podcasts for The Story Mint and my own shows on Substack, building skills in digital communication, press relations, marketing, project management and content creation. I work well across genres and have a passion for thriller and drama, always seeking new strategies and enhanced solutions.

Azadeh Nafissi

I am a highly creative author and screenwriter with a strong background in writing feature scripts, shorts, series and short stories. I enjoy crafting original work across genres and often collaborate as a co-author. I am inspired by people, society and world events, and I strive to bring original, engaging stories to life. I have hosted and produced podcasts for The Story Mint and my own shows on Substack, building skills in digital communication, press relations, marketing, project management and content creation. I work well across genres and have a passion for thriller and drama, always seeking new strategies and enhanced solutions.

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I am a highly creative author and screenwriter with a strong background in writing feature scripts, shorts, series and short stories. I enjoy crafting original work across genres and often collaborate as a co-author. I am inspired by people, society and world events, and I strive to bring original, engaging stories to life.

I have hosted and produced podcasts for The Story Mint and my own shows on Substack, building skills in digital communication, press relations, marketing, project management and content creation. I work well across genres and have a passion for thriller and drama, always seeking new strategies and enhanced solutions.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Contributor at Culture Trip; Crab Fat Magazine; Visual Verse; HitRecord.org
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2020
Contributed articles and features across multiple platforms (Culture Trip, Crab Fat Magazine, Visual Verse, HitRecord.org).
Independent Screenwriter/Author
January 1, 2014 - Present
Independent screenwriter and author developing original features, scripts and narratives.
Author-Reviewer-Social Media Manager at The Story Mint
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2020
Author, reviewer, and social media manager for The Story Mint, involving editing and outreach.
Script Reader at Vail Film Festival
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Script reader for Vail Film Festival, assisting with educational programs and festival submissions.
Independent Screenwriter/Author at Self-employed
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2020
Independent screenwriter and author developing feature scripts, shorts, and books.
Author • Reviewer • Social Media Manager • Event Manager at The Story Mint
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Multiple roles including author, reviewer, social media manager and event manager.
Host and Podcast Producer at Self-employed / Substack
January 1, 2026 - Present
Host and producer of own shows on Substack.

Education

Postgraduate Diploma, Communications Studies at AUT
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
MA (Hons), English Literature at University of Auckland
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2010
MFA Master of Fine Arts at EICAR:The International Film School of Paris
July 7, 2011 - May 20, 2026
MA (Hons), English Literature at University of Auckland
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2010

Qualifications

Master of Fine Arts (MFA) - Screenwriting
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2013
Postgraduate Diploma, Communication Studies
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other