Zain Zaman

About Zain

I am a London-based filmmaker and writer dedicated to telling authentic South Asian Muslim stories that challenge stereotypes and explore the nuanced realities of our community. My experience spans both sides of the lens, from featured acting roles in Eastenders and commercials for Portal by Facebook to directing and editing short films for clients like Barclays and Calm through ZAFEA. Whether I am creating content for Wicked 'N' Bad or the Corner Shop Network, I focus on visual storytelling that resonates, and I am currently developing several original scripts that put South Asian voices at the centre of the frame. Outside of the film world, I am a tech person with a BSc in Computer Science who built TeacherPal—a custom GPT assistant designed to help fellow educators automate lesson planning and marking—reflecting a professional life that thrives on both creative craft and technical problem-solving.

Skills & Experience

Education