Gelareh Siavash
Gelareh Siavash is an Iranian-American Cinematographer and Lighting Designer whose work bridges the worlds of narrative film, documentary, and live performance. With dual MFAs from UCLA in both Lighting Design and Cinematography, she brings a rare depth of visual understanding to every project she touches.
Her path into cinematography began through theatrical lighting, studying under Tony Award-winning Lighting Designer Neil Jampolis. That foundation in sculpting light for the stage became the lens through which she approaches the camera. Her lighting design work has graced productions for LA Opera, while her cinematography spans features, shorts, commercials, and documentary work.
Gelareh's technical range is broad. She shoots on 35mm, 16mm, and digital formats with equal confidence, and her work is recognized for its emotional precision and atmospheric richness. She is a member of ICG Local 600 and ICF+C.
Based in Los Angeles, Gelareh continues to push the boundaries of visual storytelling, bringing a singular perspective shaped by her dual expertise in light and lens.