AMINA Abu-Shahba
FOUNDER: FILM ABERTAWE
Production, Direction, Editing, Interview - Docs and Scripted Film Project Leader and Mentor
Mioe Creative Productions
Tel: +44 (0)3795 3777
Professional Background
Amina began her filmmaking journey as a Freelance Production Assistant for major productions and organisations, including Hammer and Tongs, MOBO Awards, BBC, and various independent feature films. These early experiences gave her a strong grounding in professional production environments—working across departments, coordinating teams, and supporting large-scale shoots.
Independent Work
Today, Amina works across both independent and funded projects as a filmmaker, creative producer, and editor. Her films often explore themes of identity, community, and place—merging authentic storytelling with visual craft.
Notable works include:
Wonderland: The Alice Street Story — a nationally recognised documentary celebrating working-class community heritage.
Money for Nothing: A Swansea Scrapbook — a short film exploring local creative industries and cultural history.
Creative Leadership & Community
Amina is one of the founders of Ffilm Abertawe, a growing network supporting independent filmmakers in South Wales through collaboration, skill-sharing, and platforming emerging voices. Her work often involves close collaboration with artists, historians, young people, and community groups, with an emphasis on accessibility, co-creation, and storytelling that reflects real experiences.
Skills & Expertise
- Producing and directing short films and documentaries
- Editing and post-production for digital and broadcast
- Interviewing and casting for documentaries
- Music and sound design for film
- Community engagement and participatory storytelling
- Arts and heritage projects
- Youth and education-focused filmmaking
Open to collaboration
Amina has built a strong reputation for creating films that are both artistically engaging and socially impactful. She is currently open to discussions and collaborations on creative projects, commissions, and partnerships that align with her commitment to meaningful storytelling.