Documentary Photographer & Multimedia Journalist

David Pashaee stands at the intersection of visual artistry and journalistic integrity. A trained documentary photographer from Los Angeles Pierce College, they have dedicated their career to revealing the untold stories from the world's most Read moreoverlooked regions.

Their evocative visuals have found their way to renowned publications such as The Malibu Times, Acorn Newspapers and VOA Farsi weaving narratives that captivate and inform audiences globally. In each project, David Pashaee's approach is holistic, ensuring every story resonates with authenticity.

Now associated with Paydesk.co, David Pashaee remains steadfast in their mission to spotlight the human stories behind global events. As a conduit of truth and empathy, they invite you to experience the world through their discerning lens.

Simon Thompson is a journalist based in Los Angeles, United States of America. Specialize in entertainment - film, TV and music - working extensively across TV, digital, radio and print. Works with, or has worked with E! News, Reuters, BBC, Forbes, ITN, Sky News, Euronews, 5 News, RTL, Al Jazeera, Read moreThe Sun, The Independent, London Evening Standard, Empire magazine, SciFi Now, Popcorn magazine and many more. Has covered everything from the Oscars to Comic-Con and has interviewed the biggest names in the world of entertainment both in front of an behind the camera.

Cleide Klock is a journalist based in Los Angeles, United States of America.
- More than 20 years of experience, working for major TV stations, magazines, radio stations, and online media;
- Editor, reporter, producer, camerawoman, and proofreader;
- Covering breaking news, politics, business, Read moreculture, lifestyle, tourism, and everything in beween.

After acquiring his Master of Fine Arts degree from Columbia University Film Program, majoring in Directing and Screenwriting,  Po Yu now is back home, settling in Taipei.  

Most of his works tend to observe the subtle emotions of urbanites. In addition to being interested in the motifs of urban Read morealienation and floating alienation, Po-Yu also likes to explore contemporary Taiwanese social and environmental issues in different regions, including the immigrants, the survival pressure of young people, the gap between urban and rural areas, and changes in the natural environment.

In addition to screenwriting and directing, he is also working as a film editor, videographer, and producer. He had also been a freelance journalist for Voice of America, producing video packages.

epehr Mikaeilian is an Iranian-born filmmaker living in New York City. He started his studies in performing arts at the Iranian National Radio and Television Academy and later majored in Theatrical Arts at the College of Art and Architecture at the Open University of Iran.

For the past decade Read moreMikailian has been active in various aspects of production in Iranian cinema not only as assistant director and producer, but also as cinematographer, videographer and actor. His production experience exceeds 20 feature films including assistant to Bahman Ghobadi in No One Knows About Persian Cats and Rhino Season and production coordinator for over 15 documentaries for Iranian and international venues such as Aljazeerah English, ARTE and Canal Plus.

Nnamdi Moweta is a journalist based in Los Angeles, United States of America.

Conor Powell is a podcast host, multimedia producer and veteran TV journalist with more than a decade of experience covering major news stories and creating gripping and powerful content. He is based in Los Angeles, United States of America.

Babak Aghapour Khoei is a journalist based in Los Angeles, United States of America.

- Highly experienced TV News Anchor and Correspondent for international and domestic UK and US TV
outlets including BBC News, Al Jazeera International, CGTN America, Sky News, Channel Five and ITV.

- Versatile and comfortable in all environments – from live breaking news in the field or studio Read moreand ad-libbing, to tailored, highly produced news features and full-length documentaries.

- Reported from dozens of countries across the world.

- Competent self-starter with proven ability to source own stories and self-produce crafted packages with original treatment.

- Experienced in news launches as key member of Al Jazeera setup team in London and Channel Five News.

- Established technology journalist, columnist and reviewer for websites including Techradar.com and MSN.