Mehrnaz Mohabati
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Mehrnaz Mohabati

Mehrnaz Mohabati

Recording Arts, Class of 2014

Spotlight Academy

Mehrnaz Mohabati is a pioneering ADR mixer whose expertise has shaped the soundscapes of major Hollywood productions. A graduate of The Los Angeles Film School, she has broken industry barriers, earning recognition for her innovative sound design. Her work spans high-profile projects like Winning Time and American Fiction, as well as Darren Aronofsky’s Postcard from Earth at the Sphere in Las Vegas, showcasing her mastery of immersive audio technology.

“My directing style is trying to conduct this orchestra to do their best performance. I want to empower people to do their best. I like to have a lot of collaboration and discussion about what the end goal is.”

Originally from Tehran, Iran, Mehrnaz was among the country’s first female sound engineers before moving to Los Angeles to pursue her passion. Overcoming early career challenges, she landed a role at a Disney-affiliated studio, propelling her into a successful career. Known for her seamless ADR sessions, she has collaborated with acting legends such as Al Pacino, Willem Dafoe, and Molly Shannon. Her talent has earned her prestigious accolades, including an MPSE Golden Reel Award nomination for Fire Chasers and an AMAA Best Sound Award for Soul Diaspora.

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TIFF the Market

TIFF: The Market Explained: What It Is, How It Works, and Where LAFS Alumni Already Fit In

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Every September, the Toronto International Film Festival fills the city with red carpets and premieres. Starting in 2026, TIFF added something the festival has never had before: an official market. Running September 10 to 16 alongside the festival, TIFF: The Market gave North America its own version of what the Cannes Marché du Film has done since 1959, a dedicated space where films, series, and other screen projects get bought, sold, and financed, separate from the public-facing side of the festival. This year, LAFS had a real stake in that room. Seven alumni worked across eight projects connected to the festival and market, including one who directed a feature.
2026 Emmy Awards

L.A. Film School Alumni Credited on 32 Wins at the 2026 Emmy Awards

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Alumni were credited across both of this year's top winners, The Pitt and Pluribus, with additional wins spanning Margo's Got Money Troubles, The Muppet Show, Palm Royale, Fallout, Hacks, and more.
Wicked For Good

Alumni Drive Success Across Wicked for Good, Rosalía’s LUX & World Series Sound

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From Hollywood sets, music studios and even the World Series, graduates of The Los Angeles Film School and The Los Angeles Recording School continue to shape the entertainment industry in powerful and inspiring ways. These recent accomplishments highlight the creativity, professionalism, and technical excellence our alumni bring to every project.