ABOUT US
DouPortre is a Berlin-based creative studio founded by Iranian sisters Kimia and Kiana Kazemi, who launched DouPortre to support their own creative paths — and to help other artists and performers confidently pursue theirs. Specializing in professional headshots, editorial portraits, audition reels, and event photography, DouPortre provides industry-standard visuals designed to support actors, artists, and creative professionals at every stage of their careers.
MEET THE FOUNDERS
Kimia filmmaker and photographer with a BA in Photography from the University of Europe for Applied Sciences in Berlin. She began her career photographing theatre productions by renowned Iranian director Saman Arastou, and later transitioned into filmmaking with her award-winning short films Neighbour’s House (2019) and Goli (2021). In 2020, she completed an internship at Iran’s leading film institute, the Farabi Cinema Foundation. In 2024, Kimia was accepted into the prestigious MFA in Film Production and Directing program at UCLA, but was unable to attend due to visa delays. She continues to pursue her creative work in Berlin, where she is currently in post-production on her next short film, Crimson Unveiled.
Kimia Kazemi
Photographer, Co-Founder
Kiana (24) is an actress and producer with a BA in Business from Berlin International University of Applied Sciences. She has trained at prestigious institutions including LAMDA and RADA in the UK, bringing both performance insight and business strategy to the studio. Her background brings a unique blend of performance and strategic insight to the studio, ensuring that DouPortre tailors its visuals to the real needs of casting professionals and creative clients.
Kiana Kazemi
Art Director, Co-Founder