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Hi, I’m Choyn Rahman. I’m a filmmaker with 10+ years crafting visual stories across online, commercial, and documentary projects. I direct, shoot, and edit using Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and After Effects, turning ideas into clear, compelling on-screen stories while staying organized and deadline-driven.
My documentary background has sharpened my adaptability, storytelling instincts, and ability to collaborate with diverse teams. I love problem-solving on set and blending authenticity with creative craft to deliver projects that resonate with audiences and clients alike.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Language
English
Fluent
Bengali
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Work Experience
Editor | Colourist | Director of Photography at Great British Rail
March 1, 2023 - PresentFreelance work for documentary-style content. Achieved 2.5x more positive viewer responses by pairing images to guide emotion and interpretation using the Kuleshov Effect; contributed to a testimonial-driven approach that helped grow the client base by 3x.
Editor | Colourist at Push Through (Sky Arts)
March 1, 2023 - PresentDelivered project ahead of schedule, finishing 2 days early without compromising quality or attention to detail.
Sound Recordist | Camera Operator at How To Kill Monsters / Dark Rift Horror
April 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022Utilised a wide range of audio equipment to continuously capture and process sound from six actors for an Amazon-broadcast film. BTS and interview footage supported funding efforts, contributing to £37,410 raised.
Sound Recordist at The Reckoning of Erin Morrigan
September 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022Managed unexpected water damage to equipment and saved £6,246 in rescheduling costs by bringing a backup recorder.
Editor | Sound Designer | Producer | Co-Director at Habib Gets Hench (Working-Class Asian Bodybuilder’s First Competition Journey)
September 1, 2021 - July 1, 2022Logged and organized hours of material, shaping a strong narrative arc and visual rhythm from real-life events and interviews. Used raw footage to reveal emotional themes of ambition, identity, and change, balancing sensitive topics with nuance and respect. Produced and co-directed the project, handling creative direction and logistics, including rare access to 1993 Mr Universe by training with the subject to build trust and film authentically.
Editor | Sound Designer | Producer | Co-Director at Habib Gets HENCH
September 1, 2021 - July 1, 2022Logged and organized hours of material, shaping a strong narrative arc with interviews; edited raw footage to reveal emotion around ambition, identity, and change; balanced sensitive themes with nuance and produced the project, building trust with rare access to Mr Universe.
Education
Filmmaking at The Northern Film School
September 2, 2019 - July 15, 2022Specialised in Editing & Documentary
Bachelor's Degree in Filmmaking (First Class Honours) at Northern Film School, Leeds
September 9, 2019 - July 15, 2022Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment
A quick showcase of my work
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