"I am a PhD candidate in Film and Media Studies at Georgia State University, where I also teach undergraduate courses in film history, aesthetics, and analysis. My research focuses on film theory, visual storytelling, and the relationship between image and meaning. I have designed and taught both online and hybrid courses, helping students develop critical thinking and close analysis skills. I enjoy guiding learners through the language of cinema, exploring how aesthetic elements like camera work and editing work together to tell stories and shape emotion.

I am a native Persian (Farsi) speaker and hold a Master’s degree in Linguistics from the University of Shiraz and a Bachelor’s in German Translation from the University of Isfahan, both in my home country, Iran.

I have several years of teaching experience at the college level, designing and leading fully online as well as hybrid film courses. My teaching focuses on helping students understand how films communicate through image, sound, and narrative form. I use a discussion-based and example-driven approach, encouraging students to think critically and connect theory to visual analysis.

I have also tutored students one-on-one in academic writing and media analysis, tailoring lessons to each student’s background and learning style. My students range from high school learners preparing for college to university students developing essays and film projects." less...