Hi, I’m Atanur Nabiyeva, a documentary filmmaker and journalist originally from Azerbaijan, currently based in Berlin. I tell human-centered stories about culture, identity, and social issues, merging directing, documentary filmmaking, and investigative reporting. I studied at Istanbul University (Radio, Television and Cinema) and completed an Erasmus exchange at Ruhr University, followed by Erasmus Mundus and Turkish state scholarships, which shaped my multidisciplinary approach to storytelling. My work spans documentary filmmaking, journalism, and festival programming. I’ve contributed to Chai Khana Media and Voice of America Azerbaijan, and I’ve served in roles at Sevil International Women’s Documentary Film Festival and Sevil Fest. I’m passionate about collaborating with teams to bring authentic narratives to life and engaging communities through film and media projects.

Atanur Nabiyeva

Hi, I’m Atanur Nabiyeva, a documentary filmmaker and journalist originally from Azerbaijan, currently based in Berlin. I tell human-centered stories about culture, identity, and social issues, merging directing, documentary filmmaking, and investigative reporting. I studied at Istanbul University (Radio, Television and Cinema) and completed an Erasmus exchange at Ruhr University, followed by Erasmus Mundus and Turkish state scholarships, which shaped my multidisciplinary approach to storytelling. My work spans documentary filmmaking, journalism, and festival programming. I’ve contributed to Chai Khana Media and Voice of America Azerbaijan, and I’ve served in roles at Sevil International Women’s Documentary Film Festival and Sevil Fest. I’m passionate about collaborating with teams to bring authentic narratives to life and engaging communities through film and media projects.

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Hi, I’m Atanur Nabiyeva, a documentary filmmaker and journalist originally from Azerbaijan, currently based in Berlin. I tell human-centered stories about culture, identity, and social issues, merging directing, documentary filmmaking, and investigative reporting. I studied at Istanbul University (Radio, Television and Cinema) and completed an Erasmus exchange at Ruhr University, followed by Erasmus Mundus and Turkish state scholarships, which shaped my multidisciplinary approach to storytelling.

My work spans documentary filmmaking, journalism, and festival programming. I’ve contributed to Chai Khana Media and Voice of America Azerbaijan, and I’ve served in roles at Sevil International Women’s Documentary Film Festival and Sevil Fest. I’m passionate about collaborating with teams to bring authentic narratives to life and engaging communities through film and media projects.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Azerbaijani
Fluent
Turkish
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Advanced
Portuguese
Beginner

Work Experience

Jury Member at Sevil International Women's Documentary Film Festival
September 1, 2023 - Present
Member of the festival jury evaluating documentary submissions and contributing to awards decisions.
Atelier Coordinator at Sevil Fest Documentary Film Atelier
September 1, 2023 - Present
Coordinated program activities for the festival's workshop and atelier sessions.
Journalist at Voice of America Azerbaijan
December 1, 2021 - June 1, 2023
Journalist covering news features and human-interest stories.
Documentary Filmmaker at Chai Khana Media
December 1, 2020 - July 1, 2023
Developed and produced documentary content for online media platforms.
Intern at Radio and Television Supreme Council
August 1, 2016 - September 1, 2016
Internship focusing on broadcasting regulation and media operations.
Coordinator at Sevil Fest Documentary Film Atelier
September 1, 2023 - Present
Coordinator for festival atelier activities and events.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Radio, Television and Cinema at Istanbul University
September 1, 2015 - May 1, 2019
Master's degree in Documentary Film Directing (Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters) at Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters
February 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor degree in Radio, Television and Cinema at Istanbul University
September 1, 2015 - May 1, 2019
Bachelor (Erasmus Exchange Program) at Ruhr University
April 1, 2018 - September 1, 2018

Qualifications

Erasmus Mundus Scholarship
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Turkey Scholarships (State Sponsored)
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019
Erasmus+ Grant
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Best Local Documentary Award of DokU Baku IDFF
January 1, 2020 - April 10, 2026
Turkey Scholarships
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Erasmus Mundus Scholarship
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023

Industry Experience

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