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Zahra Irannezhad is a passionate filmmaker and digital media artist with a strong background in video production and editing. Holding a Master of Fine Arts in Design and a Master's in Creative Technologies from Illinois State University, Zahra has taught various film and media courses, sharing her expertise with students.

Her career includes working on a range of projects, from editing television series and documentaries to creating interactive media. Zahra's work has been recognized with several awards, including first prizes at film festivals in Iran and an Audience Award in Los Angeles.

Beyond her creative work, Zahra is an active researcher and presenter, contributing to conferences and publications in film and media studies. She continues to explore new ways of storytelling, driven by her love for both teaching and creating.

Carlson, K., Corness, G., Irannezhad, Z., Brucker, K., and Schlink, L. 2023. "Sounds of Connection: Tactile Support of Family Engagement in Elderly Memory-Care Residents." Electronic and Visual Arts (EVA), London. 7 pages.

Carlson, K., Carney, L., Irannezhad, Z., and Abdalla. 2022. "Desquamation, Interactive 360 Degree Video." MoCo Conference, Chicago. 4 pages.

Carlson, K., Gill, L., Irannezhad, Z., Abdalla, A., Sungkajun, A., Bruner, S., and Jahraus, E. 2021. "Uncharted Territories: Developing Digital Experiences for Anthropological and Archaeological Exploration." Electronic and Visual Arts (EVA), London. 8 pages.

Irannezhad, Z. 2021. "The Darien Gap." Presentation at the Illinois State University Research Symposium. https://ir.library.illinoisstate.edu/urs2021ctk/3/

Irannejad, Z., and Shahrodi, F. 2015. "Critique of Modernity in New Wave Cinema of Iran." International Journal of Basic Sciences and Applied Research (IJBSAR) 4, no. 7: 13 pages.