Hi! My name is Neela Gerayli; I'm an Iranian-American filmmaker, actress, singer and model. I graduated with a BFA from Chapman University's Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, studying Film & TV Production with an emphasis in directing, with hopes of becoming a natural storyteller and bringing more diversity to the screen. I also graduated with a minor in Music Business at the College of Performing Arts to cultivate my knowledge of the music industry to better assist me in my more music-oriented endeavors, such as music video direction and singing. 

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I have created a variety of independent narrative films as a writer, director, and producer. I also have a passion for casting and have cast numerous short films! 

 

I have held roles such as "Maryam" in "Mo'allem" which is a finalist at the Austin Film Festival and scored an 8/10 on The Black List and I continue to take on roles in short narrative films every so often.

 

My passion for singing began at a young age, and throughout my life I have taken every opportunity to perform. Starting out, I performed at various fundraising events, including CHILD International and Youth Ambassadors of Hope, where we have raised upwards of 100,000 dollars in donations. I recently was also featured in NBC's The Voice's Season 25 judges performance in the choir!

 

In modeling, I have worked with companies such as the Libre diabetes sensor and Summerfield Collection Jewelry, where I was featured on Amazon.com and their website. 

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