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I am a multidisciplinary filmmaker and editor who thrives on guiding projects from concept to final delivery. With hands-on experience in directing, photography, gaffing, and production support, I bring a collaborative approach and a passion for storytelling across narrative films, documentaries, and music videos. I've collaborated with clients and festival circuits, delivering high-quality content, color grading, sound editing, and motion graphics. I enjoy working across live events and post-production, and I aim to tell vibrant stories that resonate with audiences.…I am a multidisciplinary filmmaker and editor who thrives on guiding projects from concept to final delivery. With hands-on experience in directing, photography, gaffing, and production support, I bring a collaborative approach and a passion for storytelling across narrative films, documentaries, and music videos. I've collaborated with clients and festival circuits, delivering high-quality content, color grading, sound editing, and motion graphics. I enjoy working across live events and post-production, and I aim to tell vibrant stories that resonate with audiences.

Kajwan Alavi

Director of Photography, Camera Operator, Video Editor, +2

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I am a multidisciplinary filmmaker and editor who thrives on guiding projects from concept to final delivery. With hands-on experience in directing, photography, gaffing, and production support, I bring a collaborative approach and a passion for storytelling across narrative films, documentaries, and music videos. I've collaborated with clients and festival circuits, delivering high-quality content, color grading, sound editing, and motion graphics. I enjoy working across live events and post-production, and I aim to tell vibrant stories that resonate with audiences.…I am a multidisciplinary filmmaker and editor who thrives on guiding projects from concept to final delivery. With hands-on experience in directing, photography, gaffing, and production support, I bring a collaborative approach and a passion for storytelling across narrative films, documentaries, and music videos. I've collaborated with clients and festival circuits, delivering high-quality content, color grading, sound editing, and motion graphics. I enjoy working across live events and post-production, and I aim to tell vibrant stories that resonate with audiences.

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I am a multidisciplinary filmmaker and editor who thrives on guiding projects from concept to final delivery. With hands-on experience in directing, photography, gaffing, and production support, I bring a collaborative approach and a passion for storytelling across narrative films, documentaries, and music videos.

I’ve collaborated with clients and festival circuits, delivering high-quality content, color grading, sound editing, and motion graphics. I enjoy working across live events and post-production, and I aim to tell vibrant stories that resonate with audiences.

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English

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Work Experience

Filmmaker at Freelance

September 1, 2023 - Present

Supported over 25 narrative films, documentaries, and music videos on-set in roles including Director, Director of Photography, Gaffer, and Production Assistant. Official selections at 50+ regional and national film festivals and 5 Best of laurels.

Video Editor at Freelance

April 1, 2019 - Present

Edited a wide range of narrative films, documentaries, music videos, YouTube videos, vertical content, and marketing materials while fully managing post-production, including color correction, color grading, sound editing, motion graphics, and final delivery for digital and social platforms. Earned multiple Best Editing laurels and achieved 1,000,000+ views across social media.

Production Assistant at George Mason University (Film & Video Studies)

August 1, 2024 - May 1, 2026

Coordinated logistics and provided technical support for film screenings, production events, equipment management, and rentals, ensuring smooth operations and positive audience experiences. Assisted in projection, photography, and sound for three annual film festivals. Provided equipment and technical support to 25+ student films per semester.

Camera Operator at Freelance

September 1, 2024 - Present

Operated and set up professional video equipment for live and recorded events, including speeches, sports games, orchestral performances, presentations, dance and music performances, Q&As, festivals, and interviews while supporting multi-camera workflows and maintaining high-quality coverage.

Camera Operator at George Mason University (CVPA Digital Productions)

October 1, 2024 - Present

Camera Operator for live performances and educational events; set up camera equipment to capture performances such as Drum Tao, The Twist, and Visual Voices.

Videographer at ASU Recitals

October 1, 2024 - Present

Operated cameras for over 50 university music recitals, delivering multi-camera coverage and live recording.

Videographer at Chameleon Technology

February 1, 2025 - Present

Filmed multiple hour-long educational videos, supporting live events, Q&As, and interviews with multi-camera workflows.

Summer Filmmaking Camp Manager at IncrediFlix

May 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025

Supervised instructors and supported hands-on film-making sessions; assisted with post-production editing and final film presentations. Edited 3 student live and animated shorts in under 3 days each week.

Salesman at Vector Marketing

May 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020

Sales role supporting product demonstrations and customer engagement.

Lineman at Chipotle

January 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023

Restaurant role focusing on line operation and customer service.