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I am a recent Master’s graduate from the Granada Centre for Visual Anthropology at the University of Manchester, specializing in documentary filmmaking and photography. I have hands on experience creating documentary-style films, from field research to post-production. I completed a short documentary film about a group of childhood friends within the Iranian diaspora as part of my Master's research, which focused on nostalgia, memory, and friendship. I also pursue street photography in my personal time, mainly through 35mm film, with some experience using 8mm and 4x5. My background spans museum curation, research-driven filmmaking, and customer-focused roles that foster collaboration and creative problem-solving. I am fluent in English, Spanish, and Persian, with working proficiency in French, making me suitable to connect with people globally. I have a strong passion for creating captivating and moving stories through filmmaking and photography, and look forward to refining and expanding my skills!…I am a recent Master’s graduate from the Granada Centre for Visual Anthropology at the University of Manchester, specializing in documentary filmmaking and photography. I have hands on experience creating documentary-style films, from field research to post-production. I completed a short documentary film about a group of childhood friends within the Iranian diaspora as part of my Master's research, which focused on nostalgia, memory, and friendship. I also pursue street photography in my personal time, mainly through 35mm film, with some experience using 8mm and 4x5. My background spans museum curation, research-driven filmmaking, and customer-focused roles that foster collaboration and creative problem-solving. I am fluent in English, Spanish, and Persian, with working proficiency in French, making me suitable to connect with people globally. I have a strong passion for creating captivating and moving stories through filmmaking and photography, and look forward to refining and expanding my skills!

Kiana Vakily

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Documentary Filmmaker, Video Editor, Photographer

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I am a recent Master’s graduate from the Granada Centre for Visual Anthropology at the University of Manchester, specializing in documentary filmmaking and photography. I have hands on experience creating documentary-style films, from field research to post-production. I completed a short documentary film about a group of childhood friends within the Iranian diaspora as part of my Master's research, which focused on nostalgia, memory, and friendship. I also pursue street photography in my personal time, mainly through 35mm film, with some experience using 8mm and 4x5. My background spans museum curation, research-driven filmmaking, and customer-focused roles that foster collaboration and creative problem-solving. I am fluent in English, Spanish, and Persian, with working proficiency in French, making me suitable to connect with people globally. I have a strong passion for creating captivating and moving stories through filmmaking and photography, and look forward to refining and expanding my skills!…I am a recent Master’s graduate from the Granada Centre for Visual Anthropology at the University of Manchester, specializing in documentary filmmaking and photography. I have hands on experience creating documentary-style films, from field research to post-production. I completed a short documentary film about a group of childhood friends within the Iranian diaspora as part of my Master's research, which focused on nostalgia, memory, and friendship. I also pursue street photography in my personal time, mainly through 35mm film, with some experience using 8mm and 4x5. My background spans museum curation, research-driven filmmaking, and customer-focused roles that foster collaboration and creative problem-solving. I am fluent in English, Spanish, and Persian, with working proficiency in French, making me suitable to connect with people globally. I have a strong passion for creating captivating and moving stories through filmmaking and photography, and look forward to refining and expanding my skills!

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London, United Kingdom

I am a recent Master’s graduate from the Granada Centre for Visual Anthropology at the University of Manchester, specializing in documentary filmmaking and photography. I have hands on experience creating documentary-style films, from field research to post-production. I completed a short documentary film about a group of childhood friends within the Iranian diaspora as part of my Master’s research, which focused on nostalgia, memory, and friendship. I also pursue street photography in my personal time, mainly through 35mm film, with some experience using 8mm and 4x5.

My background spans museum curation, research-driven filmmaking, and customer-focused roles that foster collaboration and creative problem-solving. I am fluent in English, Spanish, and Persian, with working proficiency in French, making me suitable to connect with people globally. I have a strong passion for creating captivating and moving stories through filmmaking and photography, and look forward to refining and expanding my skills!

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Beginner

Language

English

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Fluent

French

Intermediate

Persian

Fluent

Work Experience

Barista at The Red Door Cafe

June 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025

Prepared a variety of specialty beverages with precision, ensuring consistent quality and customer satisfaction. Identified customer preferences by tracking popular menu items to help guide product recommendations. Fostered a welcoming atmosphere by engaging with guests. Followed opening and closing procedures, and managed inventory levels proactively, preventing shortages and supporting uninterrupted service. Delivered improvements in efficiency of daily workflow by reorganizing work spaces. Assisted and trained new team members, fostering a supportive environment.

Sales Associate at Phototek Camera Store

May 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023

Sold analog and digital cameras by assessing customer needs and offering tailored product recommendations, ensuring informed purchases. Tested and cleaned cameras to ensure their function prior to being sold, guaranteeing customer satisfaction. Created social media posts for Instagram to promote business. Maintained and organized displays, ensuring visually appealing sales floor.

Museum Database Intern at The Visual Arts Collection, McGill University

January 1, 2022 - April 1, 2023

Catalogued the location of all 3000+ artworks in the collection onto an Excel data sheet, improving artwork access for colleagues when conducting surveys. Published an article on the McGill Library website. Filmed and edited a video tour published on McGill Libraries YouTube channel. Designed a physical brochure showcasing the art installation in the Dean of Arts’ office. Helped curate spaces on campus using artwork from the collection. Learned how to handle and prepare art for transportation during installations/uninstallations.

Stock Associate / Merchandising Team at Crate and Barrel

January 1, 2017 - September 1, 2019

- Regularly organized stockroom inventory for efficient product access. - Supported colleagues on sales floor by tracking and delivering products for customers. - Fulfilled online orders and pickups by properly packaging products to ensure safe transportation. - Worked with merchandising team to implement seasonal displays.