
Jiyoo is a curious polymath with something to say, existing both in the realms of the abstract world of her films, but also in the real arena of her academic pursuits and social initiatives.
As an aspiring filmmaker, Jiyoo’s filmography centers around social commentary about oppression communicated through branching, grand worldbuilding.
Her work lives at the intersection of art and advocacy–where fresh experiences and unprecedented insights allow her to build platforms where unheard voices can finally be seen and heard, where creativity becomes a tool for justice.
I am a Filmmaker

Eucalyptus

The Red Ribbon

The Small Cut

Viewfinder


2025
Accolades
Chicago Indie Film Awards Best Student Film Winner (2025)
Los Angeles Independent Women Film Awards Best Student Film Nominee (2025)
Catalina Film Festival High School Film Official Selection (2025)
All American High School Film Festival Official Selection (2025)


2024
Writer/Editor
In a world ruled by men, a woman lives disguised as one— until a friend's cry for help forces her to choose: risk everything to save them, or stay hidden and safe.
Made for the USC SCA Summer Program


2024
Writer/Director Producer/Editor
Two sisters struggle to move on after losing their third, but buried emotions eventually erupt, forcing them to confront the pain they've tried to ignore.
Made for the USC SCA Summer Program


2023
Writer/Director/Producer/Editor
Bound to an old camcorder is a story of two terminally ill patients, who form an unlikely friendship and escape their confines every night to speak their minds at a place that reality cannot reach.
Accolades
New York Lift-Off Film Festival Official Selection (2025)
Los Angeles Lift-Off Film Festival Official Selection (2025)
Los Angeles Film Awards Semifinalist (2025)
All American High School Film Festival Official Selection (2024)
More films
I am a Freelancer
Photo-Documentary Director / Graphics Director
A student-led monthly political magazine featuring news on current events and reviews on club organized embassy visits
Overseeing a selective team of 5+ video members, 30+ graphics members
10+ mini documentaries of embassy visits
20K+ views across platforms
Film Director
Overseeing a team of 3+ video members
Producing 15+ videos covering the event, some of which on the official TEDx page
Intern
Creating promotional videos uploaded onto official Korea International School social media platforms
Overseen by Mr.Andrew Ballenger, KIS Media Specialist
I am a Feminist
Her First Take
Founder of Her First Take
Everybody wants to interview the Oscar-winners and Cannes nominees. But what about the newcomers? Her First Take is a space for emerging female filmmakers who are just picking up the camera, stepping onto set, and rewriting the rules.
Go to podcast here —>








































