Austin Iria
- Occupation
- Director, Screenwriter, Producer, Cinematographer, Lecturer (dc Film Workshop), Film Executive & Co-founder (dayz Of Creation Studios), Christian Pioneer Filmmaker
- AKA
- Austin E. Iria
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CAREER
Austin Iria is a multifaceted filmmaker and co-founder of Dayz of Creation Studios, a Nigerian film studio based in Lagos. He works across multiple roles — director, screenwriter, producer, and cinematographer — with a strong focus on impactful storytelling and visual excellence. He also serves as a lecturer at DC Film Workshop, where he contributes to training and empowering upcoming filmmakers. His work emphasizes creativity, professionalism, and building sustainable film infrastructure in Nigeria. Notable Works include: Daddy (2023/2024) — Director & Producer. An action/thriller feature film about a criminal forced to kidnap a young girl who faces a moral reckoning as her desperate father closes in, pushing him toward a deadly choice between loyalty and redemption. The film stars Femi Jacobs, Munachi Abii, Charles Inojie, Zenetta Yakubu, Oladipo Dipsen Olanrenwaju, and others. It premiered in cinemas across Nigeria to widespread critical acclaim. Writer: Immanuel Lopa 'Laa Gidi-Olu. Co-producers include Ose Iria and others. Additional projects through Dayz of Creation Studios, including work featured on platforms like FilmOne NG and various cinema releases. He continues to create films that blend entertainment with meaningful narratives while actively growing the Nigerian film ecosystem through his studio and educational initiatives.
PERSONAL LIFE
Austin Iria maintains a relatively private personal life. He is described as a Christian Pioneer Filmmaker and shares faith-inspired and professional content on social media. He is active in mentoring and building the next generation of filmmakers.
Filmography
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Box Office
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