Hi! I'm Maya Solanki, a passionate and creative business administration and design student at Northeastern University. I have a keen interest in social innovation and interaction design, combining my love for storytelling through photography and videography with a strong business background. I enjoy creating engaging digital content and have had the exciting opportunity to work on high-profile film premieres and viral social media projects. In addition to my academic journey, I've built hands-on experience through multiple co-op roles and leadership positions, directing video content and leading editorial photo shoots. When I'm not behind the camera or editing suite, I am a music fanatic and an avid reader who champions women’s health advocacy. I look forward to bringing my skills and enthusiasm to collaborative creative projects and continuing to grow as a visual storyteller.

Maya Solanki

Hi! I'm Maya Solanki, a passionate and creative business administration and design student at Northeastern University. I have a keen interest in social innovation and interaction design, combining my love for storytelling through photography and videography with a strong business background. I enjoy creating engaging digital content and have had the exciting opportunity to work on high-profile film premieres and viral social media projects. In addition to my academic journey, I've built hands-on experience through multiple co-op roles and leadership positions, directing video content and leading editorial photo shoots. When I'm not behind the camera or editing suite, I am a music fanatic and an avid reader who champions women’s health advocacy. I look forward to bringing my skills and enthusiasm to collaborative creative projects and continuing to grow as a visual storyteller.

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Hi! I’m Maya Solanki, a passionate and creative business administration and design student at Northeastern University. I have a keen interest in social innovation and interaction design, combining my love for storytelling through photography and videography with a strong business background. I enjoy creating engaging digital content and have had the exciting opportunity to work on high-profile film premieres and viral social media projects.

In addition to my academic journey, I’ve built hands-on experience through multiple co-op roles and leadership positions, directing video content and leading editorial photo shoots. When I’m not behind the camera or editing suite, I am a music fanatic and an avid reader who champions women’s health advocacy. I look forward to bringing my skills and enthusiasm to collaborative creative projects and continuing to grow as a visual storyteller.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Photography & Videography Co-op at Hot Press Magazine
July 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Filmed and edited short-form content for TikTok & Instagram, optimizing engagement on social-first platforms. Produced and edited a viral Kneecap interview, amassing over 700K views on TikTok and 256K on Instagram. Captured and produced red carpet coverage for high-profile film premieres including Gladiator 2, The Outrun, and Small Things Like These. Shot and edited event coverage, press junkets, and celebrity interviews, delivering polished content for digital and editorial platforms. Managed post-production workflows including rough cuts and color correction. Collaborated with editorial and marketing teams to align visual storytelling with brand identity.
Production & Post Co-op at ELEMENT Productions
July 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Assisted post-production team with footage ingest, media management, and archival processes. Pulled selects, created rough assemblies, and executed client revision rounds for branded content. Prepped projects for color correction and audio mixing, ensuring smooth handoff to finishing teams. Provided on-set production assistance across 15+ shoots, supporting crew, clients, and talent.

Education

Bachelor of Science at Northeastern University, D’amore-McKim School of Business
August 1, 2021 - May 31, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment