I am a filmmaker from Myanmar with over seven years of experience across short films, documentaries, music videos, commercials, and series. I have taken on key creative roles including director, producer, writer, assistant director, and line producer, working for both independent and commercial projects. My background in International Relations, combined with extensive work in film and media production, allows me to bring a unique perspective and skills to projects. I've had the privilege of leading projects as a director, producer, and project manager for organizations such as the American Center Yangon, UNESCO, and BRAC. I am passionate about storytelling and skilled at managing both creative and technical teams to produce engaging and impactful content. My experience spans directing, producing, scriptwriting, client relations, and content development, with a focus on social impact storytelling and audience engagement. I strive to blend creativity with strategic communication in all my work.

Kyaw Lin Aung

I am a filmmaker from Myanmar with over seven years of experience across short films, documentaries, music videos, commercials, and series. I have taken on key creative roles including director, producer, writer, assistant director, and line producer, working for both independent and commercial projects. My background in International Relations, combined with extensive work in film and media production, allows me to bring a unique perspective and skills to projects. I've had the privilege of leading projects as a director, producer, and project manager for organizations such as the American Center Yangon, UNESCO, and BRAC. I am passionate about storytelling and skilled at managing both creative and technical teams to produce engaging and impactful content. My experience spans directing, producing, scriptwriting, client relations, and content development, with a focus on social impact storytelling and audience engagement. I strive to blend creativity with strategic communication in all my work.

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I am a filmmaker from Myanmar with over seven years of experience across short films, documentaries, music videos, commercials, and series. I have taken on key creative roles including director, producer, writer, assistant director, and line producer, working for both independent and commercial projects. My background in International Relations, combined with extensive work in film and media production, allows me to bring a unique perspective and skills to projects. I’ve had the privilege of leading projects as a director, producer, and project manager for organizations such as the American Center Yangon, UNESCO, and BRAC.

I am passionate about storytelling and skilled at managing both creative and technical teams to produce engaging and impactful content. My experience spans directing, producing, scriptwriting, client relations, and content development, with a focus on social impact storytelling and audience engagement. I strive to blend creativity with strategic communication in all my work.

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Language

Burmese
Fluent
Hindi
Intermediate
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Filmmaker - Director / Producer / Writer at Self-employed
January 1, 2020 - Present
Directed and produced short films, documentaries, music videos, and commercials. Managed full production pipelines including budgeting, scheduling, client communications, and delivering final products. Led creative and technical teams such as cinematographers, editors, and sound designers. Wrote and developed original scripts for films and branded content.
Creative Producer & Development Director at AYE SAY STUDIO
July 1, 2025 - Present
Led strategic growth and content development initiatives including new intellectual property and rebranding. Directed end-to-end creative production and multi-platform publishing strategies. Managed teams to ensure high quality visual content and enhanced audience engagement.
Filmmaker & Business Development Director at ALIENS PRODUCTION
April 30, 2025 - August 14, 2025
Oversaw all production operations for commercials and branded content. Developed visual concepts and led execution across multiple formats. Managed client relationships, budgeting, and post-production workflows. Directed and produced commercials, short films, music videos, and documentaries.
Co-Founder / Program Coordinator – American Center Film Club at American Center Yangon
August 31, 2025 - August 14, 2025
Curated and moderated weekly film screenings focused on social impact storytelling. Designed programs blending cinema with civic dialogue and public engagement. Hosted events with filmmakers and coordinated audience discussions.
Project Manager – Gender Based Violence Awareness Campaign (GBV) at American Center Yangon
December 31, 2024 - August 14, 2025
Produced a mid-length campaign film and led creative direction. Led full program strategy and implementation of a film-based campaign. Designed and facilitated a filmmaking workshop for emerging storytellers. Organized a public screening and facilitated event dialogues against GBV.
Content Producer – Zen Flavor Talks
July 1, 2019 - August 14, 2025
Produced a branded digital talk series featuring public figures. Managed guest coordination, content development, scripting, production, and multi-platform publishing strategy.
Content & Production Coordinator – Live The Dream Media
December 31, 2018 - August 14, 2025
Coordinated shoots, logistics, and social media production. Developed content ideas and wrote scripts for interviews and features.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in International Relations at East Yangon University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2023
Communication in Civil Society at iPACE
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Digital Administration in Arts Projects at AMCA
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Screenwriting Course at SGIFF-winning screenwriter
January 1, 2021 - August 14, 2025
Filmmaking Mentorship at 3-Act's 'Sculpting the Moving Image'
January 1, 2020 - August 14, 2025
Peace Advocacy Training at iPACE
January 1, 2018 - August 14, 2025

Qualifications

Communication in Civil Society
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Digital Administration in Arts Projects
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Screenwriting Course
January 1, 2021 - August 14, 2025
Filmmaking Mentorship
January 1, 2020 - August 14, 2025
Peace Advocacy Training
January 1, 2018 - August 14, 2025
Know India Program (KIP) by Government of India
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025

Industry Experience

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