Zaynab Affolter

Emerging filmmaker with a strong foundation in producing, sound design, cinematography, and editing across documentary, drama, and experimental formats. Experienced in managing pre-production logistics, directing emotionally driven scenes, and crafting layered soundscapes that enhance tone and narrative. Adept at visual planning, ethical storytelling, and post-production workflows using Adobe Premiere Pro, Audition, and DaVinci Resolve.

Film Production
Produced short documentary Too Small to See, coordinating crew schedules, securing locations, and overseeing contributor engagement to ensure ethical and efficient production.
Assisted in camera setup and operation for May, using Sony FS7 and managing technical tasks including tripod setup and focus pulling.
Directed and filmed No Private Moment, managing location RECCE, blocking, and actress coordination to capture an introspective visual narrative.

Sound Design & Recording
Mixed layered soundscapes for Bean Fever and Godzilla vs. Kong (Fan Edit) using Adobe Audition, enhancing comedic timing and dramatic tension through precise SFX, Foley, and ADR integration.
Recorded original Foley including celery cracks, sugar debris, and chain clinks to add realism and texture to action-heavy and stylized scenes.
Balanced audio levels, applied reverb and EQ adjustments, and resolved peaking issues to ensure polished final mixes.

Video Editing
Edited short films No Private Moment and Esther’s Bakery, shaping narrative rhythm through intentional pacing and thoughtful transitions.
Selected and arranged interview, stock footage, and music to create emotionally resonant edits from raw documentary material.
Used Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve to deliver technically consistent and visually cohesive final cuts.