Who is Zan Wang ?

Zan Wang is a China-born, New York-based filmmaker and musician whose work bridges the worlds of classical music and cinematic storytelling. Trained as a classical pianist since the age of four, she earned her BA in Music Performance from Shanghai University before moving to New York City to pursue an MM in Music Performance at Mannes School of Music. Her artistic journey then expanded into film, leading her to study Media Studies at The New School, where she explores cinematography, digital film production, and sound recording.

Zan’s filmmaking is deeply influenced by her musical background, blending rhythm, composition, and emotional depth into visual storytelling. She has directed and produced music videos, documentaries, and narrative shorts, often highlighting themes of artistry, heritage, and human connection.

Beyond filmmaking, Zan is the co-founder of Open Note NYC, a concert series that brings musicians together in intimate community settings. Her work has taken her across cultural and creative landscapes, from Amsterdam’s placemaking projects to Vermont’s recording retreats, always seeking new ways to merge music and film.

Zan also likes thrifting, cupcakes, saunas, and the desert.