ABOUT

Nikki Behjat is an accomplished Iranian-American filmmaker who has always drawn and created short live-action films since a young age. After making her first animated film in high school, she decided to pursue a career in animation.

As a daughter of Iranian immigrants, Nikki often incorporates her cultural identity into the heart of her films. Her unique perspective has not only garnered recognition but also earned her accolades at various festivals.

She recently graduated from the School of Visual Arts with a BFA in 2D Animation, and was a 2025 LAUNCH Fellow with DreamWorks Animation.