Gaia Bonsignore

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I’m a film and media educator and practitioner with a strong global perspective, shaped by years of working across Europe, the US, and South Korea.

About

I’m a film and media educator and practitioner with a strong global perspective, shaped by years of working across Europe, the US, and South Korea. I’m passionate about using storytelling—through screenwriting, directing, production, and post-production—to advance social and environmental change.

In my recent roles, I’ve taught and designed film and media courses that blend creative production with a focus on sustainability, cultural storytelling, and communication for international audiences. With a background in visual culture and research, I enjoy guiding students to develop compelling, impact-driven narratives—from script to screen—while collaborating across cultures and disciplines to bring diverse voices to life.

  • 20 years' experience
  • Joined October 2026

Industry experience

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

Work experience· 16 roles

Professor of Visual Culture · Istituto Europeo di Design (IED)Sep 2024 – Feb 2026 · 1 yr 6 mos
Professor (Italian Cinema / Dark Room Photography) · Santa Reparata International School for the ArtsJul 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 5 mos
Assistant Professor, Film and Media Arts · Utah University Asia CampusJul 2021 – Mar 2024 · 2 yrs 9 mos

Designed curricula blending creative filmmaking processes with international, culturally grounded storytelling and a strong emphasis on film craft and student support. Led immersive in-person courses and provided regular constructive feedback tailored to diverse international student backgrounds. Delivered a teaching load of 15 hours per week supporting 200+ international students.

Assistant Professor, Media & Communication · Sol International School, Woosong University (Endicott College), Daejeon, KoreaJan 2019 – Jan 2021 · 2 yrs 1 mo
Screenwriter for Film and TV · Scuola Civica di Cinema Luchino ViscontiJan 2018 – Jan 2019 · 1 yr 1 mo
Adjunct Film and Media Professor · Maryland UniversityJan 2017 – Present · 9 yrs 11 mos
Director and VideographerJan 2016 – Present · 10 yrs 11 mos
Professor (Screenwriting, Feature Film) · Lorenzo De’ MediciJan 2016 – Jan 2018 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Education· 7

MFA in Film and TV Production · The University of Texas at Austin, Radio-Tv-Film Department2009 – 2013
Research Specialist · The University of Texas at Austin, Radio-Tv-Film2014 – 2026
Visiting Research Scholar · The University of Texas at Austin, Radio-Tv-Film2007 – 2008
Undergraduate (Film Production) · The University of Texas at Austin2006 – 2026

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