I don’t just create visuals, I tell stories As a film and animation director, video editor, media creator, and educator, I approach my work with both creative vision and a clear sense of purpose. I’ve spent years directing visual stories and working closely with students, which has shaped how I think about both storytelling and design. I’m especially drawn to the space where movement and visuals come together where a story isn’t just told, but felt. Whether I’m directing a film, editing a video, or teaching in the classroom, I focus on making work that connects with people in a real way something thoughtful, engaging, and memorable.

Donya Karamzadeh

I don’t just create visuals, I tell stories As a film and animation director, video editor, media creator, and educator, I approach my work with both creative vision and a clear sense of purpose. I’ve spent years directing visual stories and working closely with students, which has shaped how I think about both storytelling and design. I’m especially drawn to the space where movement and visuals come together where a story isn’t just told, but felt. Whether I’m directing a film, editing a video, or teaching in the classroom, I focus on making work that connects with people in a real way something thoughtful, engaging, and memorable.

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I don’t just create visuals, I tell stories

As a film and animation director, video editor, media creator, and educator, I approach my work with both creative vision and a clear sense of purpose. I’ve spent years directing visual stories and working closely with students, which has shaped how I think about both storytelling and design.
I’m especially drawn to the space where movement and visuals come together where a story isn’t just told, but felt. Whether I’m directing a film, editing a video, or teaching in the classroom, I focus on making work that connects with people in a real way something thoughtful, engaging, and memorable.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
Persian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Turkish
Intermediate

Work Experience

Visual Art Teacher at International OURPLANET School
February 1, 2023 - Present
Teach and develop visual arts curriculum for students, design engaging art projects, and integrate IB-inspired methodologies to build students’ creativity and critical thinking.
Visual Art and Design Teacher at International OURPLANET school
January 1, 2023 - Present
Teaching visual arts and design in a multi-cultural environment, developing students' skills and creativity from 2023 to present.
Animation and Art Teacher at LWIS School
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Deliver animation and art courses, develop lesson plans, supervise student projects, and mentor students in creative storytelling and visual design.
Visual Art Teacher at International LWIS school
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Engaged students through creative visual projects and encouraged artistic expression from 2022 to 2023.
Freelance Art Teacher at Fatemieh Art School
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019
Provide freelance art instruction and workshops, develop curriculum, and mentor students.
Art Director & Video Editor at Freelance / Independent
January 1, 2015 - Present
Lead creative direction for multiple projects, including film direction, art direction, video editing, photography, illustration, and media production for national and international audiences.
Animation and Art Teacher at Art school Famelyeh
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Taught animation techniques and art concepts, inspiring young artists between 2015 and 2019.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Visual Communication at Payamenoor University
September 1, 2015 - September 1, 2019
Studied visual communication, graphic design, and media arts with a focus on storytelling through image and design. Gained hands-on experience in animation production and video editing, developing skills in motion graphics and visual narrative.
Middle Years Programme Design (Cat.1) Certificate of Completion at IB Online Professional Development
November 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
Middle Years Programme Arts (Cat.2) Certificate of Completion at IB Online Professional Development
December 4, 2024 - December 4, 2024

Qualifications

MYP Design (English) (Cat.1)
October 4, 2023 - November 1, 2023
IB-certified training in MYP Design curriculum delivery, focusing on design thinking and creative problem-solving methodologies.
MYP Arts (English) (Cat.2)
November 6, 2024 - December 4, 2024
IB-certified training in MYP Arts curriculum, covering visual arts teaching strategies and assessment within the IB framework.
MYP Design (Cat.1) Certificate of Completion
November 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
MYP Arts (Cat.2) Certificate of Completion
December 4, 2024 - December 4, 2024

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet