Akira-Kai Kitazono is a London based director focused on character-driven stories, with a focus on identity and cultural intersections.

He is interested in working with projects that pose unique challenges and creative risks, often with a flare for story and world building in all genres and mediums.


Contact

akirakai.kitazono@gmail.com

UK | +44 (0) 7460599050

London, United Kingdom


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PRODUCTION

Samsung, Glare Free OLED TV | Commercial
Production Manager | Agency: Whalar

Foot Locker, Share The Moment | Commercial Campaign
Producer + 2nd Unit Director | Agency: Future Culture X

Joga, GAME OF J.O.G.A | Commercial
Producer | Agency: Kaivyon Studios

Avere Forza, Out The Way | Commercial
Producer

Lost Boys, HIGH SUMMA / As Cool As You / Margins | Commercial
Producer

Protect London, BRUDDA 2.0 | Commercial
Producer

Portes Serrano Project | Commercial
Producer

Led By Her, UP TO MY NECK IN U | Music Video
Production Assistant | Label: Universal Music Operations

ROMA / AMOR | Short Film
Producer

CURATION / PROGRAMMING / TALKS / FESTIVALS

Queer East Festival
Talk Host

Barbican Centre
Emerging Curators Programme

London Film Festival
Volunteer

EDUCATION

METFILM School
BA Filmmaking

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