Hi, I'm Dan Iliuță, a Bucharest-based filmmaker and creative professional with a passion for storytelling and visual arts. I have a strong background in both the practical and theoretical aspects of filmmaking, having produced and directed more than 10 films since 2012, ranging from student projects to works presented at international festivals like Cannes and Cinequest. I’m passionate about collaborating across disciplines and continuously developing my craft. With a diverse academic background including studies at Bournemouth University, NYU Tisch, and the Center of Excellence for Image Study at the University of Bucharest, I thrive on combining creative intuition with analytical insight. I enjoy working in environments that value innovation and openness to new ideas, and I am excited to bring my skills and experience to new professional challenges while nurturing long-term collaborations.

Dan Iliuță

Hi, I'm Dan Iliuță, a Bucharest-based filmmaker and creative professional with a passion for storytelling and visual arts. I have a strong background in both the practical and theoretical aspects of filmmaking, having produced and directed more than 10 films since 2012, ranging from student projects to works presented at international festivals like Cannes and Cinequest. I’m passionate about collaborating across disciplines and continuously developing my craft. With a diverse academic background including studies at Bournemouth University, NYU Tisch, and the Center of Excellence for Image Study at the University of Bucharest, I thrive on combining creative intuition with analytical insight. I enjoy working in environments that value innovation and openness to new ideas, and I am excited to bring my skills and experience to new professional challenges while nurturing long-term collaborations.

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Hi, I’m Dan Iliuță, a Bucharest-based filmmaker and creative professional with a passion for storytelling and visual arts. I have a strong background in both the practical and theoretical aspects of filmmaking, having produced and directed more than 10 films since 2012, ranging from student projects to works presented at international festivals like Cannes and Cinequest. I’m passionate about collaborating across disciplines and continuously developing my craft.

With a diverse academic background including studies at Bournemouth University, NYU Tisch, and the Center of Excellence for Image Study at the University of Bucharest, I thrive on combining creative intuition with analytical insight. I enjoy working in environments that value innovation and openness to new ideas, and I am excited to bring my skills and experience to new professional challenges while nurturing long-term collaborations.

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Language

Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Custodian / Cultural Mediator (Collaborator) at Manekino Film & Muromuro Studio, RO
January 1, 2022 - June 22, 2025
Represented Romania’s participation at the Art & Architecture Venice Biennale in 2022 and 2025. Supported the projects’ aims for daily audiences over 1,000 attendees, maintaining the exhibition space and managing tasks. Employed cultural diplomacy and held key responsibilities at a world-class event.
Project Coordinator (Part-Time) at Island 42, RO
August 1, 2023 - February 29, 2024
Managed and promoted fARAD Film Festival's creative lab for documentary film development, collaborating with a renowned editor and cultural manager. Liaised with 50+ media industry professionals, wrote the state financing application for a micro-festival dedicated to Romanian documentary films, receiving the 2024 AFCN grant. Refined communication skills, scheduling, and time management.
Researcher (Intern) at Historic Auction House, RO
October 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Examined, contextualised, and indexed archival material for The Artistic & Literary Avant-garde and History Auctions. Wrote catalogue and online portal texts, expanded the scope internationally with English language auction writing. Refined attention to details, applied analytical skills in a competitive environment, and gained knowledge about the art market.
Second Assistant Director in Film (2nd AD // Freelancer) at Various film productions
May 1, 2019 - September 30, 2021
Created and distributed daily call sheets in cooperation with production coordinators. Liaised with all departments, managed the film set schedule, coordinated scenes with over 300 extras, and prepared the cast for filming. Improved time and people management skills. Notable projects include "MIRACLE" (2021), "UNIDENTIFIED" (2020), and others.
Trainee Assistant Director in Film (3rd AD / Set PA // Freelancer) at Various film productions
May 1, 2019 - September 30, 2019
Assisted production as 3rd AD / Set PA on films including "MIRACLE" (2021) and "UNIDENTIFIED" (2020). Created and handled daily call sheets and coordinated among departments. Managed a large number of extras and worked closely with production coordinators.

Education

Bachelor's at Bournemouth University, UK
September 1, 2018 - June 30, 2020
Master's at Center of Excellence in Image Study (CESI), University of Bucharest, Romania
September 1, 2020 - June 30, 2022
Bachelor's at New York University - Tisch School of the Arts, USA
September 1, 2016 - May 31, 2017
High School Diploma at Gheorghe Lazar National College, Romania
September 1, 2012 - June 30, 2016

Qualifications

Performing Arts Producers’ Programme @ The National Center for Dance CNDB
February 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023
Past-Present Film Archiving Workshop, One World Romania
November 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017
School of Big Ideas, Media Module — Publicis Romania
February 1, 2025 - March 31, 2025

Industry Experience

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