Hi, I’m Mariam Bitsadze, a passionate filmmaker and producer based in Georgia. With an MA in Audio-Visual Arts and ongoing studies in Film Directing, I love telling meaningful stories through film. I've been lucky to work across various projects, from documentaries to short films, and have even founded my own production company, 17/07 Productions. Beyond filmmaking, I’m committed to continuous learning and professional development, participating in workshops and being an active member of European audiovisual networks. I enjoy collaborating on projects that inspire and provoke thought and look forward to connecting with like-minded creatives.

Mariam Bitsadze

Hi, I’m Mariam Bitsadze, a passionate filmmaker and producer based in Georgia. With an MA in Audio-Visual Arts and ongoing studies in Film Directing, I love telling meaningful stories through film. I've been lucky to work across various projects, from documentaries to short films, and have even founded my own production company, 17/07 Productions. Beyond filmmaking, I’m committed to continuous learning and professional development, participating in workshops and being an active member of European audiovisual networks. I enjoy collaborating on projects that inspire and provoke thought and look forward to connecting with like-minded creatives.

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Hi, I’m Mariam Bitsadze, a passionate filmmaker and producer based in Georgia. With an MA in Audio-Visual Arts and ongoing studies in Film Directing, I love telling meaningful stories through film. I’ve been lucky to work across various projects, from documentaries to short films, and have even founded my own production company, 17/07 Productions.

Beyond filmmaking, I’m committed to continuous learning and professional development, participating in workshops and being an active member of European audiovisual networks. I enjoy collaborating on projects that inspire and provoke thought and look forward to connecting with like-minded creatives.

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Language

Georgian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Founder at 17/07 Productions
January 1, 2016 - Present
Founded and managed the production company 17/07 Productions, overseeing film production projects from development through post-production since 2016.
Administrative Officer - Project Manager at Embassy of Slovak Republic
December 31, 2022 - July 25, 2025
Managed projects and administrative duties at the Embassy of Slovak Republic between 2018 and 2022.
Elected Board Member at Documentary Film Association Georgia (DOCA)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Serving as a board member for DOCA since 2023, contributing to the development of the documentary film community in Georgia.
Administrative Manager/ Assistant to CEO at A Georgian Branch of IDS Borjomi Beverages Co.N.V.
December 31, 2018 - July 25, 2025
Performed administrative management and CEO assistant responsibilities from 2017 to 2018.
Production & Post-production coordinator at LTD Alamdary film
December 31, 2017 - July 25, 2025
Coordinated production and post-production tasks for films such as Corn Island (2013–2015) and Khibula (2015–2017).
Founder at 17/07 Productions
January 1, 2016 - Present
Founded and managed 17/07 Productions from 2016 till now, overseeing film production projects including directing, producing, and line-producing to create impactful audiovisual content.
Line Producer at Panama Film (Austria)
December 31, 2025 - July 25, 2025
Served as Line Producer for the film "White Snail" by Elsa Kremser & Levin Peter, managing production logistics, budgeting, and coordination for a nominated film at the 2025 Locarno main competition.
Board Member at Documentary Film Association Georgia (DOCA)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Elected board member since 2023, contributing to the leadership and strategic development of Georgia’s documentary film sector.
Administrative Officer / Project Manager at Embassy of Slovak Republic
December 31, 2022 - July 25, 2025
Managed administration and projects at the Embassy of Slovak Republic from 2018 to 2022, coordinating cross-cultural and governmental initiatives.
Administrative Manager / Assistant to CEO at IDS Borjomi Beverages Co.N.V. (Georgian Branch)
December 31, 2018 - July 25, 2025
Supported executive management and administrative operations from 2017 to 2018, contributing to daily business activities at the company.
Production & Post-production Coordinator at LTD Alamdary film
December 31, 2017 - July 25, 2025
Coordinated production and post-production from 2013 to 2017 for films including "Corn Island" and "Khibula" by George Ovashvili, ensuring smooth film workflow and delivery.

Education

MA at ECAL/HEAD - Geneve, Switzerland
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2026
MA at Shota Rustaveli Theatre and Film University – Tbilisi, Georgia
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Bachelor at Ilia State University – Faculty of Arts & Sciences
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2017
MA at ECAL/HEAD - Geneve, Switzerland
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2026
MA at Shota Rustaveli Theatre and Film University – Tbilisi, Georgia
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Bachelor at Ilia State University – Faculty of Arts & Sciences
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2017

Qualifications

Creative Marketing Course
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
European Co-Production - Legal and Financial Aspects
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Aqtushetii – After Mountain – photography workshop
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Sustainable Business Strategies
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
EAVE CHANGE Participant with project Sacred Songs
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
ESo Doc Participant with project Heart don’t be afraid
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Member of European Women’s Audiovisual Network (EWA)
January 11, 2030 - July 25, 2025
Member of Documentary Association of Europe (DAE)
January 11, 2030 - July 25, 2025
Member of European Film Academy (EFA)
January 11, 2030 - July 25, 2025
Forbes 30 under 30
January 11, 2030 - July 25, 2025
Creative Marketing Course
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
European Co-Production - Legal and Financial Aspects
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Aqtushetii – After Mountain – photography workshop
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Sustainable Business Strategies
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
EAVE CHANGE Participant
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
ESo Doc Participant
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Education