Olya Zueva is a New York-based filmmaker, with roots in the city since 2006. She brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of on-set dynamics, both in front of and behind the camera. Her career spanned decades as a model and actor before she transitioned into writing and directing. A graduate of the New School, she made her directorial debut with the feature film "In The Hood," with a broad theatrical release across Russia. As a director, Olya has worked on large film productions, has written numerous feature and television scripts, and various short content. She has also worked as a model and actor for Condé Nast and Hearst media, and collaborated with brands such as Chanel and Mercedes. Olya constantly explores opportunities to create visual storytelling – be it feature, narrative, documentary, short, commercial, or fashion content. Her expertise allows her to take charge of the entire creative process or contribute to a specific role in it.