I'm Sharon Walia, a filmmaker, writer, editor & director. I specialise in social justice issues in particular refugees/migration and also wildlife/nature. I worked as a TV Journalist before stepping into the world of documentary making. My first documentary was the feature refugee film The Movement which landed a national release at Showcase Cinemas, went on to secure a tour of independent theatres and now has a home on Amazon Prime. More recently, I released The Keepers of the Pigs - the first major film on the humble guinea pig which was theatrically released and now on NETFLIX and Amazon Prime. It caused quite the media stir!

 

I'm also passionate about mentoring emerging filmmakers and have hosted four BFI masterclasses as well as numerous university talks about independent filmmaking and the need for supporting new talent. On all of my productions I offer opportunities to regional creatives from disadvantaged and underrepresented backgrounds.

​

I can be commissioned to make videos for your organisation, see the portfolio section for examples of my work and please get in touch if you would like to hire me! I have my own camera kit and editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro). I partner with local music composers, camera operatives and an animator for larger projects. I'm a licensed drone operator (DJI Mini 4K) and have a GOPRO for capturing action/sport sequences.

 

My third film The Route to Cappyness is currently in cinemas!

 

I'm represented by MacFarlane Chard Associates, a Trustee for Broadway Cinema and Young Creative Awards and a full BAFTA member.​​