I am an Ethiopian filmmaker, theatre artist, and media professional passionate about using storytelling as a tool for cultural preservation, social dialogue, and community empowerment. With a BA in Cinema and Theatre Arts and ongoing graduate studies in Media and Communication, I bridge artistic creativity with strategic communication to create impactful narratives.
Currently serving as Assistant Director of Stage and Studio Production at Amhara Media Corporation, I coordinate television, cultural, and studio productions, ensuring quality storytelling and audience engagement. My creative portfolio includes the feature film ውጥን (“Wutin”), short films such as Whispered Fractures, and theatre productions like Titon (children’s theatre) and Homa-Mir (indigenous marriage traditions of Gojjam).
Beyond the stage and screen, I have organized and hosted major cultural events including ንባበ ሕይወት and ንቂ ኢትዮጵያ book festivals, both covered by Amhara Television. I have participated in international festivals such as SmartPhilm, and received training from Canon Academy, Reuters, and American University.
My work focuses on amplifying underrepresented voices, integrating indigenous knowledge into modern media, and leveraging digital platforms to extend the reach of Ethiopian visual storytelling. I aim to foster cross-cultural dialogue, inspire youth, and use media as a catalyst for positive social change.
Nataša Rašković is a recognized civic leader from Smederevo, Serbia, with a strong track record in community engagement and grassroots activism. She is the founder of Pro.Tok21, a well-known civil society organization dedicated to environmental protection, youth empowerment, and fostering active citizenship. With a cosmopolitan outlook and a lifelong commitment to public communication, Nataša has led numerous local PR and advocacy campaigns that mobilize citizens and promote democratic values. She brings extensive experience in youth work, including mentoring, non-formal education, and capacity-building activities, with a focus on social inclusion and sustainable development.
