Afreen Karwal
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Afreen Karwal

Freelance Production CoordinatorLondon, United Kingdom
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Afreen Karwal

Freelance Production CoordinatorLondon, United Kingdom
About me
As a dedicated storyteller and collaborative professional, I bring a robust two-year background in both the creative and commercial aspects of the entertainment industry. I have managed managed production logistics for several unscripted shows including Growing Up on Disney+, The Hair Tales on Hulu, and Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip Hop on Netflix, as well as a number of branded projects working with clients like Marriott, Pfizer, Volvo, The Washington Post, Cónde Nast and more. I specialize in streamlining production workflows, coordinating multi-faceted teams, and executing content that aligns with project goals and deadlines. I’m passionate about uplifting diverse stories and thrive in various collaborative environments that inspire positive change socially, environmentally, and technologically.
Projects
  • Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip Hop on Netflix
    Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip Hop on NetflixI was Production Coordinator for Netflix show, Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip Hop, that has now been nominated for a Critics Choice Award in the Best Music Documentary category. My responsibilities span organizational, logistical, and communication aspects, all of which are essential for a successful production. I was in charge of researching and booking locations, creating production plans, coordinating logistics for cast and crew members, arranging transportation to and from set, play
  • Growing Up on Disney+
    Growing Up on Disney+Growing Up is an innovative hybrid docu-series that explores the challenges, triumphs, and complexities of adolescence through ten compelling coming of age stories. The show gives audiences emotionally powerful narratives that offer an engaging look at teenage-hood and the diverse social, familial, and internal obstacles young people face on their path to self-discovery and acceptance. I worked on the development of this show, building out the deck for this show as it entered production and ass
  • The Hair Tales on Hulu
    The Hair Tales on HuluThe Hair Tales is a docuseries about Black women, beauty and identity through the distinctive lens of Black hair. From executive producers Tracee Ellis Ross and Michaela Angela Davis, “The Hair Tales” will lead the audience through a revelatory journey of connecting the personal tales of phenomenal Black women to broader societal and historic themes. I was brought onto this project as a development coordinator where I assisted in the research and writing of story beats and treatments that wou
Work history
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    Freelance ProducerSelf Employed
    Hong KongFreelance
    Manage all aspects of production from concept to completion. Collaborate with and lead production teams on set, ensuring efficient workflows, adherence to timelines, and resolution of any arising issues. Projects include: Passionfruut ‘UareU’ Campaign (dir. Alexander Woodburn), Flowers Short Film (dir. Rhea Dudani).
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    Development & Social Media CoordinatorCulture House
     - New York, United StatesFull Time
    • Crafted persuasive proposals for Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+, enhancing project success with tailored content strategies for branded and unscripted projects. • Managed company social media accounts, curated content, and shaped robust online presence.
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    BFANew York University
     - New York, United States
    BFA Major Film & TV Producon, Minor in Producing and Minor in Business of Entertainment, Media, & Technology. Achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.7, consistently named on the Dean's List each semester. Honored as an NYU Honors Scholar and recipient of the prestigious Founders Day Award.