Imagine being 18, holding a camera in Tribhuvan International Airport as thousands of youths walked through its gates, leaving Nepal in search of opportunity. I was there, directing a documentary about why my generation is leaving Nepal. That’s where my journey started, telling stories that weren’t being told. Now at 19, I’ve taken that same vision to the UK, sharpening it into a cinema that can stand on the world stage.…

Shayun Shrestha

Imagine being 18, holding a camera in Tribhuvan International Airport as thousands of youths walked through its gates, leaving Nepal in search of opportunity. I was there, directing a documentary about why my generation is leaving Nepal. That’s where my journey started, telling stories that weren’t being told. Now at 19, I’ve taken that same vision to the UK, sharpening it into a cinema that can stand on the world stage.…

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Imagine being 18, holding a camera in Tribhuvan International Airport as thousands of youths walked through its gates, leaving Nepal in search of opportunity. I was there, directing a documentary about why my generation is leaving Nepal. That’s where my journey started, telling stories that weren’t being told. Now at 19, I’ve taken that same vision to the UK, sharpening it into a cinema that can stand on the world stage.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

Nepali
Advanced
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Volunteer Tutor at New Nepal Society Centre
December 31, 2023 - September 11, 2025
Volunteer tutoring support through St. Xavier's College initiatives; contributed to educational outreach.
Volunteer Teacher at St. Xavier's College (PiE) - Partnership in Education
December 31, 2024 - September 11, 2025
Volunteer teacher under the PiE program; assisted classroom learning and mentorship.
School Games Captain at St. Mary's School, Pokhara
December 31, 2022 - September 11, 2025
Captain of school games; led track and field teams with top placements including Shot Put, Long Jump, High Jump, and 200m.
Volunteer - Rural Immersion Camp (RIC) at St. Xavier's College / Rural Immersion Camp
December 31, 2023 - September 11, 2025
Participation in Rural Immersion Camp (RIC) activities supporting community outreach.
Volunteer Tutor at New Nepal Society Center
December 31, 2023 - September 11, 2025
Volunteer tutor supporting education initiatives at New Nepal Society Center; coordination with students and teachers.
Volunteer Teacher at St. Xavier's College (PiE) - Partnership in Education
December 31, 2024 - September 11, 2025
Volunteer teacher under PiE program at St. Xavier's College; contributed to education projects 2023-2024.
School Games Captain at St. Mary's School, Pokhara
January 1, 2022 - September 11, 2025
Captain of School Games; organized track and field events and led athletes to podium finishes.
Freelance Filmmaker at Clapbox / Nepal Freelance
January 1, 2023 - Present
Freelance film and video production work across Nepal
Volunteer Tutor at New Nepal Society Center
December 31, 2023 - September 14, 2025
Volunteered as a tutor, supporting education initiatives in the community.
Volunteer Teacher at Partnership in Education (PiE) - St. Xavier's College
December 31, 2024 - September 14, 2025
Volunteer educator under the PiE program at St. Xavier's College.
Assistant Director / Assistant Camera at Changa Productions
January 1, 2024 - September 14, 2025
Supported directing and camera operations on film projects, assisting with setup, shot execution, and coordination across production stages.
Assistant Director / Assistant Camera at Changa Productions
January 1, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Continued roles in directing and camera duties, contributing to production planning and on-set operations.
Assistant Cinematographer at Kathaharu Productions
January 1, 2024 - September 14, 2025
Provided cinematography support and BTS coverage for projects, assisting in lighting setup and shot composition.
Production Assistant / Executive Assistant at Nepal Film Production Office
January 1, 2024 - Present
Handled general production tasks and executive assistant duties, coordinating schedules and communications.

Education

at St. Xavier’s College
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Cambridge A-Levels at St. Mary's School, Pokhara
January 11, 2030 - September 14, 2025
Cambridge A-Levels at Mary's School, Pokhara
January 11, 2030 - September 14, 2025
Cambridge A-Levels at St. Xavier’s College, Maitighar
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Neb/High School (NEB) at St. Mary’s School, Pokhara
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

Duke of Edinburgh's International Award (DofE)
January 1, 2023 - September 11, 2025
Duke of Edinburgh's International Award (DoE)
January 1, 2023 - September 11, 2025
The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award (DofE)
January 1, 2023 - September 11, 2025
Duke of Edinburgh's International Award (DoE)
January 11, 2030 - September 11, 2025
The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award (DofE)
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024

Industry Experience

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

Skills

Experience Level