Jamillah van der Hulst
Jamillah van der Hulst graduates with a degree in marketing from the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences. After working as a marketing and communications manager for international NGOs such as Right To Play, Free A Girl, and Stars in Their Eyes, she shifts her focus to filmmaking. In 2012, Jamillah founds JaJa Film Productions.
As a producer on both feature and documentary films, Jamillah quickly develops a passion for directing. After creating several well-received 1-minute films and the documentary series Women with a Mission, she directs her first full-length documentary, Fighting for Life, in 2018. The film wins the Peace and Sport Documentary Prize at the prestigious SPORTEL Awards in Monaco.
Whether as a director or producer, Jamillah is driven by the desire to share inspirational and thought-provoking stories. Her work centers on individuals who strive to reach their full potential and make a meaningful impact on others. Her films are crafted to move audiences, spark reflection, and inspire action.
