Gulnara Niaz

Language

English
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
Kirghiz, Kyrgyz
Intermediate
Kazakh
Intermediate

Work Experience

Owner, Photographer, Makeup Artist, Wardrobe Stylist at GN Studio (Gulnara Niaz)
January 1, 2012 - Present
Head of Creative: photography, art direction, lighting and production; coordinate a creative team of makeup artists, hair stylists, wardrobe stylists, and production artists. Design sets, handmade clothing, and wardrobes. Compose layouts and designs of albums; produce corporate videos. Manage business operations and finances; cultivate client relationships and lead proposals; oversee marketing and e-commerce activities of the company website.
Makeup Artist at Fox Sports
July 1, 2017 - September 30, 2018
Provided makeup artistry for Fox Sports events, including MLB Fenway productions.
Makeup Artist at Fox Sports
October 1, 2018 - Present
Makeup artist for MLB Fenway events.
Senior Director of Portrait Photography, Visual Artist, Contributor, Makeup Artist at TEDxBeaconStreet
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Provided photography and coordination of creative team during TEDxBeaconStreet events; managed image editing and graphic design of personal branding headshots for participants; covered stage photography; contributed talks on beauty and society’s perceptions.
Part-time Educator (Photography, Design, and Photoshop) at Lawrence Elementary School & Brookline Art Center
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2014
Educated students in photography, design, and Photoshop; helped develop curriculum and mentored aspiring artists.
Assistant Photographer / Retoucher at Don Jones Photography & Studio 9 Commercial Photography
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014
Assisted lead photographers; performed photo retouching; supported commercial photography workflows.
Contract Sports Photographer at New England Sports Photography
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014
Photographed sports events; provided coverage for teams and press materials.
Assistant Photographer at Piacesi Photographic Arts
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2010
Assisted with shoots, editing, and production.
Contract Negotiator at Raketa TV
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2001
Negotiated contracts; built partnerships and managed communications in Kyrgyzstan.
Owner & Fashion Designer at Model & Talent Agency
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2001
Operated modeling agency; directed fashion shows; provided opportunities for local artists; led a team of models and teachers.
Makeup Artist at Fox Sports MLB Fenway
October 1, 2018 - Present
Makeup artist for MLB Fenway events (Boston, MA).
Part-time Educator at LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL & BROOKLINE ART CENTER
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Part-time educator for photography, design, and Photoshop.
Assistant Photographer, Retoucher at DON JONES PHOTOGRAPHY, & STUDIO 9 COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014
Assisted with photography and retouching for commercial clients.

Education

Post-Baccalaureate Program at School of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston
January 1, 2015 - April 16, 2026
Photography program at Washington Artworks and School of Photography
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
MBA at Kyrgyz National University, European Faculty - Grenoble
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2001
BA in Management and Economics at Kyrgyz National University, European Faculty - Grenoble
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2001
Modeling and finishing education (Model) at Model Agency & Finishing School
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1995
Post-Baccalaureate Program at School of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston
January 1, 2015 - April 17, 2026
MBA Diploma in Business Administration at KYRGYZ NATIONAL UNIVERSITY, EUROPEAN FACULTY - GRENOBLE, FRANCE
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2001
BA in Management and Economics at KYRGYZ NATIONAL UNIVERSITY, EUROPEAN FACULTY - GRENOBLE, FRANCE
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2001
Model: Cat Walk, Photographic Movement, Choreography, Etiquette, Makeup Artistry, Wardrobe Stylist at Model Agency & Finishing School, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1995
Post-Baccalaureate Program (Accepted to program; Founders Scholarship) at School of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston
January 11, 2030 - April 17, 2026

Qualifications

Best Creative Photograph
January 1, 2009 - April 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Other