Avi Kabir

Experienced filmmaker and communication specialist with a strong background in multimedia marketing, strategic communication, and project management. Proven track record in crafting impactful narratives and engaging diverse audiences through creative content and innovative campaigns. Award-winning professional with a passion for advocating social causes and driving impactful communication strategies.

Project Leader, Meghalaya Basin Management Agency

• Led the development of a documentary on the Living Root Bridges, integrating traditional storytelling and multimedia to highlight their cultural and environmental significance.
• Developed and executed comprehensive communication strategies to engage diverse audiences.

Video Studio Manager/Producer, New York University

• Managed the production of educational videos for the School of Global Public Health, overseeing the entire process from planning to execution.
• Provided technical expertise and direction for AV equipment and live-streaming technologies, ensuring high-quality content delivery.

Crowdfunding Campaign Manager and Creative Design Lead, "Sweet Things" Feature Films

• Successfully managed two Kickstarter campaigns, raising $200,000 and engaging 500 backers.
• Designed and created promotional materials, collaborating with high-profile personalities to enhance campaign visibility.

Creative Communication/Advocacy Campaigns, Rajiv Gandhi Mahila Vikas Pariyojna

• Crafted impactful films and developed communication strategies to highlight initiatives on women's empowerment and poverty reduction.
• Produced training films and social media content, effectively amplifying the organization's mission and increasing donor engagement.

New York University

• Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Cinematography and Film/Video Production
  • Gained advanced skills in film production, cinematography, and visual storytelling.
  • Recognized with several prestigious awards, including the Alfred Sloan Production Grant and the Peter D. Gould Scholarship.

AJK Mass Communication Research Centre, Jamia Millia Islamia

Master of Arts (MA) in Mass Communication/Media Studies

• Focused on media theory, communication strategies, and practical media production.
• Developed a strong foundation in the principles of mass communication and its application in various media formats.

Postgraduate Degree in Development Communication

• Specialized in communication strategies for social change and development.
• Gained expertise in creating media content aimed at promoting social and developmental goals.

Jamia Millia Islamia

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology
  • Studied the psychological principles and their applications, providing insights into human behavior and communication.
  • Built a foundational understanding of how psychological concepts can be applied to media and communication strategies.