A man in a blue suit wearing glasses and an orange tie holding a black folder, standing outside at night with a sign for the Los Angeles Film School in the background.
A man in a blue suit wearing glasses and an orange tie holding a black folder, standing outside at night with a sign for the Los Angeles Film School in the background.

Zahier

Writer & Director

Selected Works

Illustration of a multi-story hotel with a fountain, palm trees, and decorative lighting outside, featuring two golden angel statues above the entrance.
Cartoon woman with blonde hair, pink headband, and pink sweater holding a vape device, exhaling vapor, with a blank speech bubble.
A person with blonde hair wearing a blue shirt with 'ART SCHOOL' written on it, sitting at a table with a salad. The person is holding a fork and looking downward. There is a large window showing palm trees and a cityscape. A colorful flower painting is on the wall.
Cartoon illustration of a large hand holding a small man who is visibly distressed.
Cartoon of a shirtless young man with brown hair, smiling, and wearing blue pants.
An illustration of a commercial airplane flying against a white and blue background.
A person drinking from a bottle labeled "VODKA" with a dark background.
A star-shaped Hollywood Walk of Fame star with a pink glitter background and the name 'Martha Black' in yellow letters
A woman with glasses, hoop earrings, and curly hair standing behind a podium that says 'Art School' in colorful letters, gesturing with her left hand.
A field of sunflowers with bright yellow petals and dark centers under a clear sky.
A cartoon person with dark skin and curly hair falling with arms outstretched, wearing a yellow shirt, red pants, and white shoes with black soles.
Two animated young men with dark skin and fashionable hairstyle. The one on the left is wearing an orange t-shirt, black shorts, white shoes with orange accents, and a heart-shaped necklace, touching his neck. The one on the right is wearing a green t-shirt, purple pants, and green shoes, holding a smartphone in his right hand, with an expressive gesture.
Animated illustration of a surprised man with wide eyes, raised eyebrows, and an open mouth, wearing a yellow shirt and holding a device.
Cartoon woman with purple hair holding up her middle finger in a rude gesture.
Illustration of a girl with green hair, wearing glasses, a white shirt, and pink overalls, crossing her arms and blowing a bubble with gum.
Two people hugging each other tightly with their eyes closed, showing comfort and support
Cartoon woman with blonde hair, pink polka-dotted sleep mask on her forehead, looking at smartphone with a serious expression.
A cartoon boy with brown hair, glasses, and a smile, wearing a red and white striped polo shirt, brown pants, and boots, standing with hands in pockets.
A woman with glasses and wavy hair holds a cellphone showing a messaging app, wearing a red shirt with a smiling cat face. She has a neutral or slightly displeased expression.
Cartoon of a woman with long wavy hair, looking to the side with a skeptical expression.
Cartoon illustration of four friends in a bedroom, with space-themed decorations on the wall, taking a selfie and socializing.
Four animated characters in a room with pink walls, engaging in a lively discussion. A woman with green hair and a pink outfit is holding a woman with brown curly hair and glasses, who looks surprised. A young man in a red and white striped shirt is talking to a woman with long brown hair in a gray top, who appears to be listening attentively. There is a dresser with a jar of pickled vegetables, a poster of a sunset and landscape, and a fruit basket on a small table.
Four animated characters in a room with pink walls, engaging in a lively discussion. A woman with green hair and a pink outfit is holding a woman with brown curly hair and glasses, who looks surprised. A young man in a red and white striped shirt is talking to a woman with long brown hair in a gray top, who appears to be listening attentively. There is a dresser with a jar of pickled vegetables, a poster of a sunset and landscape, and a fruit basket on a small table.
A red heart with the words "American Dream" written in white with a black shadow.
Cartoon of a man with a beard and long hair, wearing a hoodie, using a torch to light a cigarette, with a sunset sky, palm trees, and a brick wall in the background.
Animated scene of three women arguing and a man in the background at an art gallery. Artistic paintings are displayed on the walls.
People waiting on a subway platform, with a digital sign overhead indicating the 42nd Street Station for N and Q trains, and an exit sign pointing left and right.
A smiling person with curly hair in a room with colorful wall art.
Text that says Happy Together with a smiling face emoji in the middle.
A person wearing a white shirt and tie sitting at a desk, with one hand on the keyboard and fruit on the desk including oranges, apples, and a smiley face lemon.
Blurred image of a person reaching for a snack in a pantry with shelves and jars in the background.
People with smiley face masks standing outside at night, reflected in glass window or mirror.
Close-up of a hand holding a smartphone displaying a notification and a floral wallpaper with the time 5:09 on Friday, May 27.
A man with dark hair and a slight smile wearing a light blue shirt and green tie, sitting at a desk in an office, looking at another person with curly hair in the foreground. The office has a wooden cabinet, green plant, and colorful artwork on the w

About

Zahier is an independent screenwriter, director, and illustrator—specializing in high-concept, character-driven stories.

After earning a Bachelor’s degree in Film & Television—at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)—Zahier has since committed to using his passion towards developing stories that use vibrant worlds and complex characters to explore identity, relationships, and the emotional realities of growing up.

His directorial debut, Happy Together (2024)—a psychological-thriller about a society that enforces happiness—received multiple awards and nominations, including Best Thriller Short at the Touchstone Independent Film Fest, and Best Student Male Director at the Independent Shorts Awards.

Zahier’s pitch deck for Starving Artists (2025), an adult-animated series exploring self-worth, trauma, and forgiveness in a heightened, stylized world—went on to receive Official Selections and Honorable Mentions at various festivals, before eventually ranking among the top 1% of all pitches on Coverfly. It was also a semi-finalist in the NexTV Writing & Pitch Competition.

The latest series in development is the first of its’ kind for him: a children’s animated series. Representing a culmination of everything he loves about storytelling—it blends coming-of-age drama with mystery, humor, and a touch of the surreal.

At its core, it’s a story about what it means to be seen, and the journey toward becoming comfortable in your own skin.

A man wearing glasses and a blue suit with a red tie, smiling and holding a bag, standing in front of a black backdrop with logos and text for the Beyond Hollywood International Film Festival, VUELO, LA F S, T2K Pronto, and We Unite As One.

Coming soon

Cartoon boy with brown hair, wearing a pink T-shirt with a pocket, blue pants, and red shoes, giving a thumbs-up and smiling.
Illustration of a yellow house with brown roof, two large bushes in front, two people standing on the front porch, one man and one woman, with the man waving and the woman making a heart shape with her hands.
Cartoon boy with curly hair, wearing a green striped T-shirt, smiling, waving with his right hand.
A cartoon girl with light brown hair holding a pink rolled-up object, wearing a light blue shirt with a white butterfly design.
Animated woman with brown hair, glasses, earrings, wearing a purple jacket over a floral blouse, with her arms crossed and a skeptical expression.
Cartoon illustration of a person with brown hair wearing a blue t-shirt, holding their chin and looking up with a thoughtful expression.
Illustration of a girl with curly brown hair, wearing glasses, a pink t-shirt that says 'vibe', and blue-and-white checkered pants, waving and smiling.
Cartoon girl cheerleader with pink pom-poms, wearing an orange top, pink skirt with white circles, brown boots, and a black belt, smiling and cheering.

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A field of blooming sunflowers under a cloudy sky with trees in the background.
Man taking a photo of an ornate baroque-style ceiling decoration with cherubs and floral motifs displayed in a museum or gallery setting.
Cheese and charcuterie platter with grapes, crackers, and assorted cheeses on a wooden tray, alongside a small serving of nuts and chocolates on a wooden board with a red placemat.
A man sitting on a park bench at night, holding a cluster of yellow smiley face balloons, with a tree, playground, and basketball court in the background.
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