Hsi Cheng is a writer, director, producer specializing in social documentaries, currently based in New York City. Growing up in Taiwan, Hsi was deeply influenced by the diverse cultures that surrounded her, igniting her passion for storytelling. Hsi’s work often delves into themes of identity, community, and resilience, reflecting her commitment to amplifying underrepresented voices. Her documentary “Find Me” tells the poignant story of a human trafficking victim returning to her home country to find her birth family and reconnect with her identity. The film has received recognition at various film festivals, including being awarded as the winner of DOC NYC U competition and the Big Apple Film Festival, earning accolades for its emotional depth and cultural insights. In addition to documentaries, Hsi also explores human emotion through narrative storytelling. Her horror romantic drama, “I Heard a Fly Buzz,” examines the unrequited love between two women in the Victorian era. The original script won first place at the Annual School of Visual Arts writing program contest and was published in Match Factory Magazine in 2023. It has also been selected for the New York International Short Film Festival and the Odyssey Film Festival in 2024. Hsi’s short film "The Balloons" (10mins) in 2022, a drama about grief and friendship, was selected to screen at the SVA's 2022 student film festival. "What's Wrong With Eliza" (10mins) is a drama short about a sugar baby's encounter with a client who was not who she thought he was. It is currently under post production. Her Sci-fi TV pilot, A Ship Leans on The Beach (20 pages) was awarded in VII Youth Film Festival Golden Frame, and LA Under the Stars Film Festival. “Bad Faith” (4 mins), her experimental short, was selected in Progeny Short Film Festival and Lift-Off Filmmaker Sessions. Using her voice as a female director, Hsi is dedicated to telling unique stories that would otherwise remain unheard—whether through fictional historical dramas or the real-life journeys of those navigating complex social issues. Despite coming from a culture where women in directing is a recent phenomenon, Hsi embraces her background, infusing it into her diverse body of work. With a perspective shaped by her multicultural experiences, Hsi continues to create compelling narratives that resonate deeply with audiences. **Employment and project experience** **Director** Acme Co. Find Me (20 mins) Human Trafficking Documentary, winner of DOC NYC U 2024, selected in Big AppleFilm Festival I Heard A Fly Buzz - (10 mins) Experimental Shortselected in NYIFF, and Progeny Film fest The Balloons - (11 mins) Drama Short **Producer** Freelance HOBBY - (20 mins) Dramady Short, selected in NYIFF After the Break! - (8 mins) Drama Short My Uncle Al - (8 mins) Black Comedy ShortHeads Up - (8 mins) Experimental Drama Short, selected in NYIFF Familiar - (20 mins) Horror TV Pilot…Hsi Cheng is a writer, director, producer specializing in social documentaries, currently based in New York City. Growing up in Taiwan, Hsi was deeply influenced by the diverse cultures that surrounded her, igniting her passion for storytelling. Hsi’s work often delves into themes of identity, community, and resilience, reflecting her commitment to amplifying underrepresented voices. Her documentary “Find Me” tells the poignant story of a human trafficking victim returning to her home country to find her birth family and reconnect with her identity. The film has received recognition at various film festivals, including being awarded as the winner of DOC NYC U competition and the Big Apple Film Festival, earning accolades for its emotional depth and cultural insights. In addition to documentaries, Hsi also explores human emotion through narrative storytelling. Her horror romantic drama, “I Heard a Fly Buzz,” examines the unrequited love between two women in the Victorian era. The original script won first place at the Annual School of Visual Arts writing program contest and was published in Match Factory Magazine in 2023. It has also been selected for the New York International Short Film Festival and the Odyssey Film Festival in 2024. Hsi’s short film "The Balloons" (10mins) in 2022, a drama about grief and friendship, was selected to screen at the SVA's 2022 student film festival. "What's Wrong With Eliza" (10mins) is a drama short about a sugar baby's encounter with a client who was not who she thought he was. It is currently under post production. Her Sci-fi TV pilot, A Ship Leans on The Beach (20 pages) was awarded in VII Youth Film Festival Golden Frame, and LA Under the Stars Film Festival. “Bad Faith” (4 mins), her experimental short, was selected in Progeny Short Film Festival and Lift-Off Filmmaker Sessions. Using her voice as a female director, Hsi is dedicated to telling unique stories that would otherwise remain unheard—whether through fictional historical dramas or the real-life journeys of those navigating complex social issues. Despite coming from a culture where women in directing is a recent phenomenon, Hsi embraces her background, infusing it into her diverse body of work. With a perspective shaped by her multicultural experiences, Hsi continues to create compelling narratives that resonate deeply with audiences. **Employment and project experience** **Director** Acme Co. Find Me (20 mins) Human Trafficking Documentary, winner of DOC NYC U 2024, selected in Big AppleFilm Festival I Heard A Fly Buzz - (10 mins) Experimental Shortselected in NYIFF, and Progeny Film fest The Balloons - (11 mins) Drama Short **Producer** Freelance HOBBY - (20 mins) Dramady Short, selected in NYIFF After the Break! - (8 mins) Drama Short My Uncle Al - (8 mins) Black Comedy ShortHeads Up - (8 mins) Experimental Drama Short, selected in NYIFF Familiar - (20 mins) Horror TV PilotWWWW…