Katia Koziara

I can come on before a script is ready — in fact, that's often where I do my best work. Every project starts in the same place: understanding what the artist is trying to say — the why now, the point of view. From there, the process unfolds in stages:

• Script analysis — thoughtful feedback on both the intention and practical adjustments informed by budget realities
• Timeline & phasing — mapping a realistic development-to-production roadmap so every stage has a clear path forward
• Budget building — I build the budget, working through the pros and cons of different budget scales for the project, or crafting it to a set bottom line if financing is already in place
• Talent & crew attachment — drawing from my network to build the right creative team
• Pitch deck development — crafting a sharp, compelling package to present to production companies and investors
• Distribution strategy — identifying the right targets early, whether that's festivals, streamers, or specific buyers
• Advocacy through prep, production & post — staying close to the creative team at every stage to protect the vision

I work primarily in narrative short and feature film, with additional experience in commercial and music video production. Within narrative, I'm drawn to character-driven work — stories where the internal life of a person is the engine of the piece, across both comedy and drama. I have a particular passion for projects that center women's voices and LGBTQ+ perspectives, and I believe the best stories come from specificity of experience.

My production skill set spans the full lifecycle of a project:

• Budget Breakdown
• Script Breakdowns
• Full Project Management
• Production Building & Scheduling
• Crew Hiring & Team Organization
• Day-of Producing & AD'ing
• Payroll & Deal Memos

Software

Movie Magic Suite  ·  Showbiz Budgeting  ·  Final Draft  ·  Google Suite  ·  Shotdeck  ·  Adobe Premiere  ·  Microsoft Office  ·  Mac OS

Yes — I'm available for hire on a project basis. Rates for narrative film and music video work are subject to project budget; commercial rates are available upon inquiry. To discuss a project, reach out directly via the contact section below.

Absolutely — I'd love to collaborate. Reach out via the contact section below with your project and let's talk.

I'm primarily based in Los Angeles, with strong ties to New York and Washington D.C. I'm comfortable working across all three markets and accustomed to the rhythms of both coasts.

Absolutely — some of my most rewarding collaborations have been with first-time feature directors. I believe strong producing is especially valuable when a director is navigating a new scale, and I bring the experience to anticipate what they'll need before they know to ask for it. For short film work, I typically collaborate with directors who have prior short film experience under their belt.

Yes — with the right conversation upfront. There's no hard budget floor, but micro-budget work requires a grounded, honest dialogue about expectations and non-negotiables from day one.

I'd love to — international projects are very much on the horizon. I also speak conversational Italian, which would be fun to put to use on the right project.