SHAZNAY MARTIN

Shaznay Martin is a London-based screenwriter, journalist, producer, and emerging director dedicated to pushing the boundaries of representation on and off screen.

Passionate about exploring the nuance of the Black and marginalised experience, Shaznay is committed to seeing underrepresented demographics—Black, female, queer, and working-class people—as protagonists in genres where they’ve been historically sidelined. Her work often pairs high-concept storytelling with human depth, exploring themes of identity, belonging, and connection.

Her short films have featured at prestigious festivals, including BFI Flare, and her latest project, NOIR, is set for a 2025 festival run. Currently developing her debut feature script through the BFI-funded The Dark Room development lab, Shaznay is building a creative legacy of thought-provoking stories that challenge boundaries and celebrate authenticity and innovation.