I am Belinda Chiazor; a writer and filmmaker living in Lagos, Nigeria. Professional Introduction I am a multidisciplinary story architect, director, and producer whose work is defined by emotionally intelligent, character-driven storytelling grounded in social realism. As an alumna of the EbonyLife Creative Academy with over a decade in the Nigerian film space — beginning as an actor — I bring all that experience into constructing narratives from the inside out, focusing on layered character psychologies and moral complexity. What differentiates me from other filmmakers is my comprehensive 'triple threat' skill set as a writer, director, and actress. This background allows me to shape every aspect of a production; from the initial narrative structure and dialogue authenticity to the final visual tone and audience impact. My versatility is evidenced by a portfolio that spans internationally recognized festival qualified short films, feature-length digital releases, and high profile television productions. My sector experience includes: Directing and Producing: Overseeing creative vision and production management for features like *Pieces of Yesterday* (2025) and festival-recognized projects like *Decadence*. Writing and Story Development: Crafting screenplays for digital platforms, refining memoirs for publication, and authoring stage plays. Performance: Extensive experience as an actress in major productions such as *Tinsel* and *Nneka the Pretty Serpent*, giving me a unique perspective on managing on-set talent. Employment and Project Experience * Directed the feature-length film *Pieces of Yesterday* (2025), overseeing visual storytelling and actor performance. * Led the development and production of *Other Side of the Bed* (2024), managing everything from casting to on-set direction. * Produced *Decadence* (2024), a qualifier for the Lift-Off Film Festival. Writer & Script Consultant | Freelance / Various Productions * Co-writer and script consultant for *Snatched: A Kaleidoscope*, a socially driven initiative for the TWWHI Foundation. * Screenwriter for numerous YouTube feature films, including *Miracle Man*, *How Love Left*, and *Billionaire Boyfriend*. * Editor and narrative consultant for the memoirs *Life Gave Her Lemons* and *Making Lemonade*.

Belinda Chiazor

I am Belinda Chiazor; a writer and filmmaker living in Lagos, Nigeria. Professional Introduction I am a multidisciplinary story architect, director, and producer whose work is defined by emotionally intelligent, character-driven storytelling grounded in social realism. As an alumna of the EbonyLife Creative Academy with over a decade in the Nigerian film space — beginning as an actor — I bring all that experience into constructing narratives from the inside out, focusing on layered character psychologies and moral complexity. What differentiates me from other filmmakers is my comprehensive 'triple threat' skill set as a writer, director, and actress. This background allows me to shape every aspect of a production; from the initial narrative structure and dialogue authenticity to the final visual tone and audience impact. My versatility is evidenced by a portfolio that spans internationally recognized festival qualified short films, feature-length digital releases, and high profile television productions. My sector experience includes: Directing and Producing: Overseeing creative vision and production management for features like *Pieces of Yesterday* (2025) and festival-recognized projects like *Decadence*. Writing and Story Development: Crafting screenplays for digital platforms, refining memoirs for publication, and authoring stage plays. Performance: Extensive experience as an actress in major productions such as *Tinsel* and *Nneka the Pretty Serpent*, giving me a unique perspective on managing on-set talent. Employment and Project Experience * Directed the feature-length film *Pieces of Yesterday* (2025), overseeing visual storytelling and actor performance. * Led the development and production of *Other Side of the Bed* (2024), managing everything from casting to on-set direction. * Produced *Decadence* (2024), a qualifier for the Lift-Off Film Festival. Writer & Script Consultant | Freelance / Various Productions * Co-writer and script consultant for *Snatched: A Kaleidoscope*, a socially driven initiative for the TWWHI Foundation. * Screenwriter for numerous YouTube feature films, including *Miracle Man*, *How Love Left*, and *Billionaire Boyfriend*. * Editor and narrative consultant for the memoirs *Life Gave Her Lemons* and *Making Lemonade*.

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I am Belinda Chiazor; a writer and filmmaker living in Lagos, Nigeria.

Professional Introduction
I am a multidisciplinary story architect, director, and producer whose work is defined by emotionally intelligent, character-driven storytelling grounded in social realism. As an alumna of the EbonyLife Creative Academy with over a decade in the Nigerian film space — beginning as an actor — I bring all that experience into constructing narratives from the inside out, focusing on layered character psychologies and moral complexity.

What differentiates me from other filmmakers is my comprehensive ‘triple threat’ skill set as a writer, director, and actress. This background allows me to shape every aspect of a production; from the initial narrative structure and dialogue authenticity to the final visual tone and audience impact. My versatility is evidenced by a portfolio that spans internationally recognized festival qualified short films, feature-length digital releases, and high profile television productions.
My sector experience includes:
Directing and Producing: Overseeing creative vision and production management for features like Pieces of Yesterday (2025) and festival-recognized projects like Decadence.

Writing and Story Development: Crafting screenplays for digital platforms, refining memoirs for publication, and authoring stage plays.
Performance: Extensive experience as an actress in major productions such as Tinsel and Nneka the Pretty Serpent, giving me a unique perspective on managing on-set talent.

Employment and Project Experience

  • Directed the feature-length film Pieces of Yesterday (2025), overseeing visual storytelling and actor performance.
  • Led the development and production of Other Side of the Bed (2024), managing everything from casting to on-set direction.
  • Produced Decadence (2024), a qualifier for the Lift-Off Film Festival.
    Writer & Script Consultant | Freelance / Various Productions
  • Co-writer and script consultant for Snatched: A Kaleidoscope, a socially driven initiative for the TWWHI Foundation.
  • Screenwriter for numerous YouTube feature films, including Miracle Man, How Love Left, and Billionaire Boyfriend.
  • Editor and narrative consultant for the memoirs Life Gave Her Lemons and Making Lemonade.
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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director at Self-employed / Belinda Chiazor Productions
January 1, 2025 - Present
Directed Pieces of Yesterday, a feature-length YouTube film, overseeing creative vision, actor performance, and visual storytelling while ensuring narrative cohesion from script to final cut.
Co-writer, Producer & Director at Self-employed / Belinda Chiazor Productions
January 1, 2024 - Present
Led development, production, casting, and on-set direction for Other Side of the Bed (YouTube feature).
Director & Producer at Self-employed / Belinda Chiazor Productions
January 1, 2024 - Present
Directed Decadence, delivering a festival-recognized project (Lift-Off Film Festival qualifier).

Education

B.Sc Political Science at University of Calabar
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Certificate in Film Directing at EbonyLife Creative Academy
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
168-Hour TEFL Certificate at International TEFL & TESOL
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Certificate in Inbound Sales Methodology at HubSpot Academy
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026

Qualifications

168-Hour TEFL Certificate
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Certificate in Inbound Sales Methodology
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Certificate in Film Directing
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Education