I'm Nima Jaliliyan, a filmmaker with over 20 years of experience in directing, cinematography, editing, and studio design. I thrive on transforming ideas into visually compelling narratives across documentaries, commercials, and music videos. Certified by the London Film Academy and CNN Academy, I've produced award-winning projects for international NGOs and global brands, collaborating with diverse teams to deliver end-to-end production workflows that meet the highest standards.

Nima Jaliliyan

I'm Nima Jaliliyan, a filmmaker with over 20 years of experience in directing, cinematography, editing, and studio design. I thrive on transforming ideas into visually compelling narratives across documentaries, commercials, and music videos. Certified by the London Film Academy and CNN Academy, I've produced award-winning projects for international NGOs and global brands, collaborating with diverse teams to deliver end-to-end production workflows that meet the highest standards.

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I’m Nima Jaliliyan, a filmmaker with over 20 years of experience in directing, cinematography, editing, and studio design. I thrive on transforming ideas into visually compelling narratives across documentaries, commercials, and music videos.

Certified by the London Film Academy and CNN Academy, I’ve produced award-winning projects for international NGOs and global brands, collaborating with diverse teams to deliver end-to-end production workflows that meet the highest standards.

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Language

English
Fluent
Persian
Fluent
Kurdish
Fluent

Work Experience

Production Manager and Director at Grey Gate Company
January 1, 2021 - Present
Produced and directed 500+ promotional videos for social media; directed 20+ documentaries for international NGOs (GIZ, MADRE, Save the Children); created 10+ TV commercials for brands like Toyota, Oppo, and HONOR; directed 6 music videos.
Commercial Manager and Vice CEO at Sham Khal Mountain Hawk Company
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Oversee commercial operations and creative campaigns.
Director and Editor at Tanin Studio
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2016
Directed and edited multiple industrial films, music videos, and workshops; worked on TV programs, corporate videos, and advertising campaigns.
Director and Editor at Various Projects
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2008
Directed and edited multiple industrial films, music videos, and workshops; collaborated on TV programs, corporate videos, and advertising campaigns.
Director/Editor at Freelance / Various
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2008
Collaborated on TV programs, corporate videos, and advertising campaigns.
Director/Editor at Self-Employed
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2008
Collaborated on TV programs, corporate videos, and advertising campaigns.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Cinema Directing at Tehran University
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
Certified Director at London Film Academy
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
Certified Mobile Journalist at CNN
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
BA in Cinema Directing at Tehran University
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
Certified Director at London Film Academy
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
Certified Mobile Journalist at CNN
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
BA in Cinema Directing at Tehran University
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
Certificate in Directing at London Film Academy
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
Mobile Journalism Certification at CNN
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025

Qualifications

Certified Director
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
Certified Mobile Journalist
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
BA in Cinema Directing
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
Certified Director
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
Certified Mobile Journalist
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
BA in Cinema Directing
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
Certificate in Directing
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
Mobile Journalism Certification
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025

Industry Experience

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