Based in Zurich and Tehran
Current Studies Program: Cinematography (Master of Arts) Institution: Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK) (Recognized as an Excellent Scholar at ZHdK)
Completed Studies Degree: Bachelor of Science in Materials and Metallurgy Engineering Institution: University of Tehran
Awards & Recognitions Cinematographer of Short Films Officially Selected at:
- 33rd Cinequest Film Festival (Academy Award Qualifying)
- 57th Houston International Film Festival (Canadian Screen Award Qualifying)
- 42nd Breckenridge Film Festival
- 32nd Woods Hole Film Festival (with a focus on cinematography in the film selection)
- 43rd VGIK Student Film Festival
- 22nd Ischia Film Festival ...and many more.
Awards:
- Winner of Best Cinematography at the MAW International Film Festival
- Candidate for Best Cinematography at the 66th Bushehr Film Festival
- Awarded Top Graduate by the Iranian Youth Cinema Society in 2022 and 2024
Further Studies & Masterclasses
- Filmmaking: Iran Youth Cinema Society (2018–2019) 9-month intensive course with a focus on cinematography
- Cinematography: Karnameh Institute of Arts and Culture (2021–2022) 10-month program covering introductory, mid-level, and professional courses
Languages
- English, German: Fluent