A documentary director and narrative producer based in Manchester, MA Directing graduate at MetFilm School. Formerly Live TV Newscast Director in Hong Kong Cable TV News, experienced in live directing and crew management. I am also professional in production management through working as a Media Project Manager in an international corporate company, handling localisation projects for global clients including Microsoft, Amazon, FujiFilm, LVMH etc. My passion for exploring the neglected truth in the world has led me to pursue documentary filmmaking, focusing on topics about environmental issues, running, and veganism. My journalism background allows me to find the intimate narratives that reflect the profound complexities of humanities. I am confident, proactive, good with pressure, highly organised, and an effective communicator.…

Gigi Shum

A documentary director and narrative producer based in Manchester, MA Directing graduate at MetFilm School. Formerly Live TV Newscast Director in Hong Kong Cable TV News, experienced in live directing and crew management. I am also professional in production management through working as a Media Project Manager in an international corporate company, handling localisation projects for global clients including Microsoft, Amazon, FujiFilm, LVMH etc. My passion for exploring the neglected truth in the world has led me to pursue documentary filmmaking, focusing on topics about environmental issues, running, and veganism. My journalism background allows me to find the intimate narratives that reflect the profound complexities of humanities. I am confident, proactive, good with pressure, highly organised, and an effective communicator.…

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A documentary director and narrative producer based in Manchester, MA Directing graduate at MetFilm School.

Formerly Live TV Newscast Director in Hong Kong Cable TV News, experienced in live directing and crew management. I am also professional in production management through working as a Media Project Manager in an international corporate company, handling localisation projects for global clients including Microsoft, Amazon, FujiFilm, LVMH etc.

My passion for exploring the neglected truth in the world has led me to pursue documentary filmmaking, focusing on topics about environmental issues, running, and veganism. My journalism background allows me to find the intimate narratives that reflect the profound complexities of humanities.

I am confident, proactive, good with pressure, highly organised, and an effective communicator.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

News Live TV Newscast Director at i-CABLE News
January 1, 2021 - October 7, 2025
Directed live and taped productions, including newscasts, finance and feature programmes. Managed the production crew and anchors.
Media Project Manager at TransPerfect
May 17, 2021 - September 6, 2024
Manage the whole life-cycle of media localisation projects, involving videos and audios etc. Create effective workflows to reduce cost within projects and ensure efficient communication

Education

BA (Hons) in English Studies at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
MA in Directing at MetFilm School
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

BA (Hons) English Studies for the Professions
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
MA in Directing
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Project Management
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Full UK Driving Licence
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other
    paper MCR 24hr Run Against Homelessness 2024 Documentary

    The Manchester 24 Hour Run Against Homelessness raises funds in aid of Greater Manchester Mayor’s Charity’s flagship scheme, A Bed Every Night. The filmmaker’s initial approach was slightly judgemental, trying to understand the participants’ deeper engagement with the event. However, the organisers’ and runners’ profound responses had transformed the filmmaking journey into an exploratory journey of humanity’s multifaceted nature, revealing unexpected layers of resilience and compassion.

    • Finalist of International Indie Film & Screenplay Festival
    • Official Selection of Belgrade International Film Festival
    • Official Selection of Salto Independent Film Festival
    • Official Selection of First-Time Filmmaker Sessions Volume 9