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Gigi Shum

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

About

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.

  • Joined October 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Other

More experts in Manchester, United Kingdom

Projects · 1

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
MCR 24hr Run Against Homelessness 2024 Documentary
  • Documentary Filmmaker
  • Film Director
  • Film Producer

Work experience

Media Project Manager · TransPerfectMay 2021 – Sep 2024 · 3 yrs 5 mos

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

News Live TV Newscast Director · i-CABLE NewsJan 2021 – Oct 2025 · 4 yrs 10 mos

Directed live and taped productions, including newscasts, finance and feature programmes. Managed the production crew and anchors.

Education

BA (Hons) in English Studies · The Hong Kong Polytechnic University2014 – 2018
MA in Directing · MetFilm School2024 – 2025

Certifications and awards

BA (Hons) English Studies for the Professions2030 – 2025
MA in Directing2014 – 2018
Project Management2024 – 2025
Full UK Driving Licence2030 – 2025

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