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I am a filmmaker and technologist passionate about merging storytelling with innovation. I am currently pursuing an MFA in Filmmaking at Full Sail University, focusing on Directing, Cinematography, Screenwriting, and Production Management. I am the founder of Jigsaw, an AI-driven filmmaking and social-media platform that empowers creators and modernizes pre-production workflows. I’m seeking part-time or full-time collaboration opportunities with production companies, studios, or creative ventures that celebrate global and cross-cultural storytelling. As a director, my mission is to bring emotional truth, humor, and humanity to the screen, bridging culture and innovation through cinematic storytelling. My Creative Vision centers on authentic, character-driven Indian American stories that resonate globally, blending technical innovation with heartfelt storytelling.…I am a filmmaker and technologist passionate about merging storytelling with innovation. I am currently pursuing an MFA in Filmmaking at Full Sail University, focusing on Directing, Cinematography, Screenwriting, and Production Management. I am the founder of Jigsaw, an AI-driven filmmaking and social-media platform that empowers creators and modernizes pre-production workflows. I’m seeking part-time or full-time collaboration opportunities with production companies, studios, or creative ventures that celebrate global and cross-cultural storytelling. As a director, my mission is to bring emotional truth, humor, and humanity to the screen, bridging culture and innovation through cinematic storytelling. My Creative Vision centers on authentic, character-driven Indian American stories that resonate globally, blending technical innovation with heartfelt storytelling.

Jay Vyas

Filmmaker, Film Director, Film Producer, +2

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I am a filmmaker and technologist passionate about merging storytelling with innovation. I am currently pursuing an MFA in Filmmaking at Full Sail University, focusing on Directing, Cinematography, Screenwriting, and Production Management. I am the founder of Jigsaw, an AI-driven filmmaking and social-media platform that empowers creators and modernizes pre-production workflows. I’m seeking part-time or full-time collaboration opportunities with production companies, studios, or creative ventures that celebrate global and cross-cultural storytelling. As a director, my mission is to bring emotional truth, humor, and humanity to the screen, bridging culture and innovation through cinematic storytelling. My Creative Vision centers on authentic, character-driven Indian American stories that resonate globally, blending technical innovation with heartfelt storytelling.…I am a filmmaker and technologist passionate about merging storytelling with innovation. I am currently pursuing an MFA in Filmmaking at Full Sail University, focusing on Directing, Cinematography, Screenwriting, and Production Management. I am the founder of Jigsaw, an AI-driven filmmaking and social-media platform that empowers creators and modernizes pre-production workflows. I’m seeking part-time or full-time collaboration opportunities with production companies, studios, or creative ventures that celebrate global and cross-cultural storytelling. As a director, my mission is to bring emotional truth, humor, and humanity to the screen, bridging culture and innovation through cinematic storytelling. My Creative Vision centers on authentic, character-driven Indian American stories that resonate globally, blending technical innovation with heartfelt storytelling.

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I am a filmmaker and technologist passionate about merging storytelling with innovation. I am currently pursuing an MFA in Filmmaking at Full Sail University, focusing on Directing, Cinematography, Screenwriting, and Production Management. I am the founder of Jigsaw, an AI-driven filmmaking and social-media platform that empowers creators and modernizes pre-production workflows. I’m seeking part-time or full-time collaboration opportunities with production companies, studios, or creative ventures that celebrate global and cross-cultural storytelling.

As a director, my mission is to bring emotional truth, humor, and humanity to the screen, bridging culture and innovation through cinematic storytelling. My Creative Vision centers on authentic, character-driven Indian American stories that resonate globally, blending technical innovation with heartfelt storytelling.

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Work Experience

Founder at Citadel xStudios / Jigsaw App

January 1, 2022 - Present

Building an AI-powered filmmaking and social platform that streamlines pre-production and collaboration. Designed intelligent tools for script breakdowns, shot visualization, and production planning. Leading a multidisciplinary team integrating filmmaking craft with machine learning. Currently seeking over $1 million in investment through Y Combinator.

Director / Screenwriter at Independent & Academic Projects

January 1, 2023 - Present

Wrote and directed multiple short films (Snack Trap, Blood and Blue, Bushwhacked at the Alamo, Eggplant), blending humor, realism, and emotional depth. Managed casting, scheduling, and post-production using Final Draft, Avid, and Adobe Premiere. Maintained a 4.0 GPA across directing, screenwriting, and production coursework.

Data Defense Lead at TikTok ( ByteDance )

December 31, 2022 - October 16, 2025

Led cross-functional security initiatives supporting 1 billion+ users. Developed technical precision, collaboration, and creativity under pressure — skills now applied to production leadership.