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Hi, I'm Alireza Keymanesh, an award-winning filmmaker, actor, choreographer, and educator with over 18 years of international experience. I love blending artistic vision with technical expertise to create compelling visual narratives that connect with audiences. I've spent the last several years producing, directing, and editing high-quality videos in academic, cultural, and freelance contexts. I'm passionate about storytelling through film, always eager to learn new tools and collaborate with diverse teams. I thrive in creative environments where I can work closely with artists and faculty to transform complex ideas into engaging multimedia projects that inspire and inform. Whether I'm directing a short film or coaching students on video production, I bring curiosity, professionalism, and a growth mindset to everything I do.…Hi, I'm Alireza Keymanesh, an award-winning filmmaker, actor, choreographer, and educator with over 18 years of international experience. I love blending artistic vision with technical expertise to create compelling visual narratives that connect with audiences. I've spent the last several years producing, directing, and editing high-quality videos in academic, cultural, and freelance contexts. I'm passionate about storytelling through film, always eager to learn new tools and collaborate with diverse teams. I thrive in creative environments where I can work closely with artists and faculty to transform complex ideas into engaging multimedia projects that inspire and inform. Whether I'm directing a short film or coaching students on video production, I bring curiosity, professionalism, and a growth mindset to everything I do.

Alireza Keymanesh

Film Director, Videographer, Video Editor, +3

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Hi, I'm Alireza Keymanesh, an award-winning filmmaker, actor, choreographer, and educator with over 18 years of international experience. I love blending artistic vision with technical expertise to create compelling visual narratives that connect with audiences. I've spent the last several years producing, directing, and editing high-quality videos in academic, cultural, and freelance contexts. I'm passionate about storytelling through film, always eager to learn new tools and collaborate with diverse teams. I thrive in creative environments where I can work closely with artists and faculty to transform complex ideas into engaging multimedia projects that inspire and inform. Whether I'm directing a short film or coaching students on video production, I bring curiosity, professionalism, and a growth mindset to everything I do.…Hi, I'm Alireza Keymanesh, an award-winning filmmaker, actor, choreographer, and educator with over 18 years of international experience. I love blending artistic vision with technical expertise to create compelling visual narratives that connect with audiences. I've spent the last several years producing, directing, and editing high-quality videos in academic, cultural, and freelance contexts. I'm passionate about storytelling through film, always eager to learn new tools and collaborate with diverse teams. I thrive in creative environments where I can work closely with artists and faculty to transform complex ideas into engaging multimedia projects that inspire and inform. Whether I'm directing a short film or coaching students on video production, I bring curiosity, professionalism, and a growth mindset to everything I do.

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Hi, I’m Alireza Keymanesh, an award-winning filmmaker, actor, choreographer, and educator with over 18 years of international experience. I love blending artistic vision with technical expertise to create compelling visual narratives that connect with audiences. I’ve spent the last several years producing, directing, and editing high-quality videos in academic, cultural, and freelance contexts.

I’m passionate about storytelling through film, always eager to learn new tools and collaborate with diverse teams. I thrive in creative environments where I can work closely with artists and faculty to transform complex ideas into engaging multimedia projects that inspire and inform. Whether I’m directing a short film or coaching students on video production, I bring curiosity, professionalism, and a growth mindset to everything I do.

Skills

Adobe Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Canva

Audacity

CapCut

Experience Level

Adobe Premiere Pro

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Canva

Expert

Audacity

Intermediate

CapCut

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Video editor & Videographer at Sensorium: Centre for Digital Arts & Technology, York University

January 1, 2022 - Present

Produced promotional and documentary videos for interdisciplinary events within and beyond York University—capturing dance, theatre, music, and visual arts with a polished, cinematic style using Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, and Canva. Conducted and edited interviews with artists, curators, and directors—elevating artistic narratives and expanding Sensorium’s reach through story-driven, accessible video content. Strengthened institutional visibility by collaborating with faculty and leadership to shape engaging visual messaging—translating academic and artistic work into public-facing media. Delivered timely, high-quality content by managing full video production cycles—consistently meeting project deadlines while aligning with Sensorium’s creative and research goals. Developed a recognized freelance practice through this role—building a three-year track record of trusted collaboration, adaptability, and creative leadership in arts-based media production.

Video editor & Filmmaker at Self-Employed

January 1, 2017 - Present

Directed, edited, and sound-designed four short films (15–30 minutes), exploring genres including dance film, experimental narrative, and hybrid forms—earning international festival recognition and multiple awards. Produced promotional content—including trailers, teasers, and posters—to creatively market each project and build public engagement across platforms. Managed end-to-end production workflows for both films and marketing assets, from concept development and scripting to post-production and final delivery. Created bold, visually compelling work that integrated performance, movement, and cinematic language—expanding visibility for independent, cross-disciplinary storytelling.

Teaching Assistant at Department of Cinema & Media Arts, York University

December 31, 2023 - July 18, 2025

Co-led instruction for undergraduate students in video and audio production across platforms—supporting creative work using smartphones, cameras, CapCut, Audacity, and other accessible tools. Facilitated weekly tutorials and one-on-one feedback sessions to strengthen technical skills and storytelling approaches. Assessed and graded student projects, applying course rubrics to evaluate content, technique, and conceptual development. Supported students in exploring platform-specific formats (e.g., TikTok) while encouraging experimentation in media aesthetics and audience engagement.

Video editor at The Center for Sustainable Practice in Art, Department of Utopian Arts and Letters

January 1, 2024 - July 18, 2025

Edited a series of 12 long-form lecture videos (20–60 minutes each), incorporating text design and basic motion graphics to enhance clarity, accessibility, and viewer engagement. Collaborated with faculty to ensure alignment with pedagogical goals and visual standards—producing a cohesive and professional video series for academic use and outreach. Provided one-on-one consulting sessions to lecturers and artist-educators—offering guidance on basic videography, sound recording, and equipment setup to improve the quality of self-recorded materials. Managed all post-production workflows—from raw footage to delivery—ensuring timely output and consistency across the full video package.