Diag Govender
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Resilient and resourceful filmmaker from South Africa, passionate about using cinema to inspire unity and hope. Skilled in technical analysis and critical thinking, excelling in data-driven environments. A positive problem-solver who thrives both independently and collaboratively.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Intern
MGMT. ENTERTAINMENT
Los Angeles, CA
01.2025 - Current
Conducted industry research to track emerging talent, trends, and market shifts.
Intern
The Gotham Group
Los Angeles , CA
01.2025 - Current
Composed detailed analyses on industry patterns and screenplay insights.
Mentee to
Dwight Caines (NBC Universal Studios)
Los Angeles, CA
01.2025 - Current
Gained valuable insights into marketing and distribution strategies.
Mentee to
Matthew Zinman (Writer/ Producer at Netflix)
Los Angeles, CA
01.2025 - Current
Acquired knowledge of professional production and writing practices.
Equipment Coordinator
VPA Equipment Cage - Syracuse University
01.2024 - 05.2024
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film, Deans List
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY05-2025
Minor -
Photography, Videography And Design at Newhouse
Minor -
Theater At The Syracuse School of Drama
GRANT: - "Aliens On Earth" ($7 500)
Writer, Director, Cinematographer, Producer
Short Fiction Film About An Alien Uber Driver11-2024
GRANT: - "The Will Beneath" ($5 000)
Writer, Director, Executive Producer
Short Colonial Period Film About South Africa07-2023
Official Selection, SIOUX CITY International Film Festival - Director of Photography
"GIRL TALK"
09-2022
Scholarship -
National Society Of Collegiate Scholars
08-2021
Davinci Film Festival South Africa AWARDS: -
"White Custard"
Winner - Best Director, Cinematographer, Acting04-2020
Skills
- Script Coverage & Analysis
- Industry Research & Talent Tracking
- Cinematography & Camera Operation (ARRI, RED, Sony, Blackmagic)
- Set Design & Production Collaboration
- Pre-Production Planning & Storyboarding
- Editing (Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Intern
MGMT. ENTERTAINMENT
01.2025 - Current
Intern
The Gotham Group
01.2025 - Current
Mentee to
Dwight Caines (NBC Universal Studios)
01.2025 - Current
Mentee to
Matthew Zinman (Writer/ Producer at Netflix)
01.2025 - Current
Equipment Coordinator
VPA Equipment Cage - Syracuse University
01.2024 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Film, Deans List
Syracuse University
Minor -
Photography, Videography And Design at Newhouse
Minor -
Theater At The Syracuse School of Drama
GRANT: - "Aliens On Earth" ($7 500)
Writer, Director, Cinematographer, Producer
GRANT: - "The Will Beneath" ($5 000)
Writer, Director, Executive Producer
Official Selection, SIOUX CITY International Film Festival - Director of Photography
"GIRL TALK"
Scholarship -
National Society Of Collegiate Scholars
Davinci Film Festival South Africa AWARDS: -
"White Custard"
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