Hi, I'm Miyah Nyshai Wooden, a creative director, editor, photographer, and composer based in San Francisco. I specialize in directing, curating, and filming projects that highlight community engagement and foster connections through art and film. I love collaborating with artists, faculty, and students to bring meaningful projects to life. With experience in film production, event curation, and brand management, I enjoy crafting transformative art experiences and developing strong visual and promotional content. I'm passionate about storytelling and creating work that promotes visibility, representation, and emotional depth.

Miyah Nyshai Wooden

Hi, I'm Miyah Nyshai Wooden, a creative director, editor, photographer, and composer based in San Francisco. I specialize in directing, curating, and filming projects that highlight community engagement and foster connections through art and film. I love collaborating with artists, faculty, and students to bring meaningful projects to life. With experience in film production, event curation, and brand management, I enjoy crafting transformative art experiences and developing strong visual and promotional content. I'm passionate about storytelling and creating work that promotes visibility, representation, and emotional depth.

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Hi, I’m Miyah Nyshai Wooden, a creative director, editor, photographer, and composer based in San Francisco. I specialize in directing, curating, and filming projects that highlight community engagement and foster connections through art and film. I love collaborating with artists, faculty, and students to bring meaningful projects to life.

With experience in film production, event curation, and brand management, I enjoy crafting transformative art experiences and developing strong visual and promotional content. I’m passionate about storytelling and creating work that promotes visibility, representation, and emotional depth.

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Work Experience

Director, Curator, Filmmaker at Making Community Project
January 1, 2025 - June 14, 2025
Directed, curated, and filmed for California College of the Arts' Making Community Exhibition and commencement video. Oversaw creative direction and execution of the project. Coordinated with artists, faculty, and students to highlight community engagement.
Assistant Director at Solace (Dir. Taylor Sanford)
January 1, 2025 - June 14, 2025
Assisted in film production processes, supporting directors and production teams. Coordinated with team members to ensure timely completion of projects. Organized filming schedules and managed equipment logistics.
Executive Director at BlackLight Exhibition
August 1, 2023 - February 28, 2024
Led and curated an exhibition highlighting Black artists, promoting visibility and representation. Managed event planning, artist collaborations, and marketing strategies. Developed and implemented a vision for a transformative art experience.
Brand Manager at Boyz2Bands (True707 & Jelani)
September 1, 2023 - June 14, 2025
Created and managed the brand identity and marketing strategies for a music group. Contributed to editing and scriptwriting tasks, enhancing project quality. Developed visual and promotional content to enhance their public presence.
Director, Curator, Filmmaker at Making Community Project
January 1, 2025 - June 5, 2025
Directed, curated, and filmed for California College of the Arts’ Making Community Exhibition and commencement video. Oversaw creative direction and execution of the project. Coordinated with artists, faculty, and students to highlight community engagement.
Assistant Director at Solace (Dir. Taylor Sanford)
January 1, 2025 - June 5, 2025
Assisted in film production processes, supporting directors and production teams. Coordinated with team members to ensure timely completion of projects. Organized filming schedules and managed equipment logistics.
Executive Director at BlackLight Exhibition
August 1, 2023 - February 28, 2024
Led and curated an exhibition highlighting Black artists, promoting visibility and representation. Managed event planning, artist collaborations, and marketing strategies. Developed and implemented a vision for a transformative art experience.
Brand Manager at Boyz2Bands (True707 & Jelani)
September 1, 2023 - June 5, 2025
Created and managed the brand identity and marketing strategies for a music group. Contributed to editing and scriptwriting tasks, enhancing project quality. Developed visual and promotional content to enhance their public presence.
Social Media Manager at Sourcerer
June 1, 2025 - November 14, 2025
Managed and created weekly social media content (reels, carousels, stories) to promote Sourcerer’s app features, events, and community, driving engagement and brand awareness. Planned, scheduled, and optimized posts across platforms, ensuring consistent brand voice and timely campaign delivery.
Director, Curator, Filmmaker at Making Community Project
May 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Directing, curating, and filming for California College of the Arts’ Making Community Exhibition and commencement video. Overseeing creative direction and execution of the project. Coordinating with artists, faculty, and students to highlight community engagement.
Editor, Videographer at Blob of Love
August 1, 2024 - November 14, 2025
Captured and edited authentic moments with adopters, volunteers, therapists, and community members to showcase the organization’s impact. Managed post-production, including color grading, audio balancing, and pacing, to create emotionally engaging narratives.
Executive Director at BlackLight Exhibition
February 1, 2024 - February 1, 2024
Led and curated an exhibition highlighting Black artists, promoting visibility and representation. Managed event planning, artist collaborations, and marketing strategies. Developed and implemented a vision for a transformative art experience.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at California College of the Arts (CCA)
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts at California College of the Arts (CCA)
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film, Writing Minor at California College of the Arts
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Dean’s List
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025
Creative Achievement Award
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025
Chimera Leadership Award
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Creative Achievement Award
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025
Chimera Leadership Award
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Dean's List
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025
Dean’s List
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Creative Achievement Award
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Chimera Leadership Award
January 1, 2025 - November 14, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization