Rah Dakota is a Melbourne-based cinematographer, editor, and filmmaker with a decade of experience in documentary, short-form, and experimental film. Her work has screened at major festivals, including St Kilda Festival (2025), where she won for Motherhood in the Colony, which Rah shot and edited. At AIDC (2025), Rah was awarded Best Short-Form Documentary as editor of Mahika Kai. She also edited NGURRAWAANA, which premiered at Aesthetica Short Film Festival, won the Monster Children Short Film Awards, and was featured in Flickerfest’s 2024.

Rah’s practice spans both screen and gallery contexts, with work commissioned by ACMI for the Goddess exhibition, and a background in advertising, where she also won multiple awards. She’s collaborated with leading agencies, nonprofits, and cultural institutions, as well as clients like Disney, Mercedes-Benz, and BMW.

Known for her strong visual instinct, adaptability on set, and collaborative style, Rah brings a thoughtful and cinematic approach to every project. With a deep love for storytelling in all forms, she is now focused on expanding into narrative fiction - keen to work with experienced crews and continue building a career grounded in craft, creativity, and visual storytelling.

For shoot inquiries, feel free to contact her.