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Hi, I’m Rachna Shah, an emerging filmmaker with a background in Chartered Accountancy and a passion for visual storytelling. I’ve spent more than a decade freelancing as a photographer across maternity, newborn, wedding, food, and product work, and I’m now expanding my craft into directing, producing, lighting, and camera operation through hands-on projects and coursework. I thrive on collaboration, thoughtful composition, and building strong team narratives. I’m eager to keep learning and contributing meaningfully to film and media projects, bringing a meticulous eye for detail and a collaborative spirit to every set.…Hi, I’m Rachna Shah, an emerging filmmaker with a background in Chartered Accountancy and a passion for visual storytelling. I’ve spent more than a decade freelancing as a photographer across maternity, newborn, wedding, food, and product work, and I’m now expanding my craft into directing, producing, lighting, and camera operation through hands-on projects and coursework. I thrive on collaboration, thoughtful composition, and building strong team narratives. I’m eager to keep learning and contributing meaningfully to film and media projects, bringing a meticulous eye for detail and a collaborative spirit to every set.

Rachna Shah

Film Director, Film Producer, Video Editor, +2

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Hi, I’m Rachna Shah, an emerging filmmaker with a background in Chartered Accountancy and a passion for visual storytelling. I’ve spent more than a decade freelancing as a photographer across maternity, newborn, wedding, food, and product work, and I’m now expanding my craft into directing, producing, lighting, and camera operation through hands-on projects and coursework. I thrive on collaboration, thoughtful composition, and building strong team narratives. I’m eager to keep learning and contributing meaningfully to film and media projects, bringing a meticulous eye for detail and a collaborative spirit to every set.…Hi, I’m Rachna Shah, an emerging filmmaker with a background in Chartered Accountancy and a passion for visual storytelling. I’ve spent more than a decade freelancing as a photographer across maternity, newborn, wedding, food, and product work, and I’m now expanding my craft into directing, producing, lighting, and camera operation through hands-on projects and coursework. I thrive on collaboration, thoughtful composition, and building strong team narratives. I’m eager to keep learning and contributing meaningfully to film and media projects, bringing a meticulous eye for detail and a collaborative spirit to every set.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Rachna Shah, an emerging filmmaker with a background in Chartered Accountancy and a passion for visual storytelling. I’ve spent more than a decade freelancing as a photographer across maternity, newborn, wedding, food, and product work, and I’m now expanding my craft into directing, producing, lighting, and camera operation through hands-on projects and coursework.

I thrive on collaboration, thoughtful composition, and building strong team narratives. I’m eager to keep learning and contributing meaningfully to film and media projects, bringing a meticulous eye for detail and a collaborative spirit to every set.

Skills

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Work Experience

Director at The Women's Room (Narrative Short Film)

January 1, 2025 - Present

Developed concept, led casting, rehearsals, visual storytelling, and collaborated with editor post-lock. Liaised with cinematographer to plan shots and shooting schedule. Managed team vision across departments to shape the narrative and creative direction. Planned blocking and staging with dialogue landing.

Producer at All That Jazz (Award-Winning Student Short Documentary)

September 1, 2024 - Present

Winner: Best Student Documentary, Toronto Arts & Entertainment Film Festival 2025. Selected for Toronto Shorts International Film Festival 2025.

Director's Assistant at Sweet Child of Mine

March 1, 2025 - Present

Maintained script continuity, character movement and props usage, compiled daily reports, and assisted with film marketing and grant applications. Coordinated with the editing team to provide accurate reference materials, ensuring a seamless final product. Worked as a 2nd AD for Indie Short film Petticoat (Currently in Postproduction).

2nd Assistant Director at Petticoat

April 1, 2025 - Present

Indie Short Film – supported 2nd AD tasks during production; currently in postproduction.

Producer at What A Great Show (TV Workshop)

September 1, 2023 - Present

Produced a 5th part in a live-to-tape, news-style 6-part program in a professional television studio environment as part of the TV Workshop course. Managed call sheets, technical rundowns, switcher cues, and playback operations; contributed to peer productions in various crew roles.

Intern at FMTV Production Program

January 1, 2026 - April 1, 2026

WebSeries Canada for the TO WebFest: conducted research on eligibility criteria and deadlines, gaining experience in funding applications. Assisted in drafting grant applications including Bell Fund, IPF, and led Toronto Arts Council submission.