Koray Ozcelik

Emerging Crew | Areas of Inerest: Production · Direction · Camera · Editorial

📍 UK - Currently

📍 Perth, Western Australia (relocating to Perth mid–late April, available sooner if required)

Phone (AU): TBA

WhatsApp (UK): +44 7584 862 363

📧 Koray.Ozcelik.Work@gmail.com

YouTube: @LifeOfKoray

Professional Summary

Koray Ozcelik is an emerging filmmaker and Film Production graduate from the University of Salford (UK), currently relocating to Perth to begin his professional career in the screen industry.

With hands-on experience across directing, editing, sound, and camera, Koray brings a well-rounded understanding of production workflows from concept through to post. His work spans experimental films, silent storytelling, and documentary-style projects, demonstrating both creative initiative and technical adaptability.

Comfortable working across multiple departments, Koray is a proactive and solutions-focused team member who understands the demands of fast-paced production environments. He is seeking entry-level opportunities across production, camera, sound, or editorial teams where he can contribute on set and continue building industry experience.

A motivated emerging creative with a strong foundational skill set, Koray shows a willingness to contribute wherever needed, making him well suited to entry-level roles across production, camera, sound, or editorial teams.

Key Interests & Strengths

Koray is seeking entry-level opportunities primarily in Production, Direction, Camera, and Editorial / Post-Production.

His current strengths include:

• Directing & storytelling
• Editing (Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Avid, Final Cut Pro)
• Cinematography
• Sound recording & design
• Writing & development
• Adaptability on set
• Bi-lingual communication

Broader Department Exposure

Through his film training and independent projects, Koray has also developed exposure to a range of supporting departments including sound, lighting, grip, art department, costume, construction, hair & makeup, and locations.

Selected Projects

Independent Documentary Project (2025 – Present) Director/Producer/Editor

Developing a semi-documentary short film on the Gold Coast, interviewing members of the public and weaving their personal stories with his own narrative journey. Managing all stages from concept through to post-production.

Parallels (University) Director/Production Lead

Directed an experimental short film from a pre-written script, managing casting, scheduling, storyboarding, and shot planning within a tight timeframe while developing a distinct visual approach.

Mind Roots (University) Director/Cinematographer|Editor

Produced a silent experimental short film within two days using smartphone equipment, focusing on visual storytelling, abstract themes, and performance direction.

Paint By Numbers (University) Editor/Sound Support

Edited documentary footage into a cohesive narrative, shaping pacing and tone. Assisted with on-location audio and interviews to maintain narrative clarity.

Production Experience

University & Independent Film Projects

University of Salford, Manchester, UK (2021 – Present)

Experience across:

• Production & on-set support
• Camera and cinematography
• Sound recording and rigging
• Editing and post-production
• Writing and development
• Directing and performance coordination
• Set design and casting

Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing timelines and deliver strong creative outcomes under pressure.

Equipment

Headphones

Laptop setup (mouse, keyboard, monitor, stand)

Education

Bachelor of Film Production

University of Salford, Manchester, UK