LIYA YANG

Liya is a Chinese-American producer and director based in Los Angeles, CA. Compelled by poignant, introspective stories, she is passionate about creating raw and reflective narratives with striking visuals and psychological themes. At DFI Studio, Liya is the lead producer and a key member on the creative development team.

Having a background in finance, Liya is equipped with unique skill sets to manage and budget creative projects. As a horror movie enthusiast, she enjoys watching films oriented in psychological horror and thriller genres.

Liya studied Film/TV Production at the University of Southern California’s School of Cinematic Arts and has accumulated a wealth of experience directing short films and producing commercial projects. She has previously worked on the creative development team at Grey Matter Productions (Lights Out, The Laundromat). Her experience in the industry ranges from short video commercials to independent feature films.