Hessam Ghahri
Education
- Bachelor of Applied Chemistry, Azad University
- Bachelor of Graphic Design, Applied Science University
- Diploma in Photography, Centennial College
Specialization
AI in Media, Creative Design & Ideation, Branding, Graphic Design, Photography & Videography, Motion Graphics & Editing
Biography
Hessam is a multidisciplinary digital media artist and creative thinker with a strong background in graphic design, photography, videography, and motion graphics. He has worked as a designer for many years and served as an art director for several startups, where he helped shape visual identities, branding strategies, and digital content experiences.
With a deep interest in the intersection of technology and creativity, his recent focus has shifted toward the role of AI in transforming media production and communication. In 2022, Hessam exhibited his photography series Her Choice, and was nominated for the Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival in both 2022 and 2023. These recognitions reflect his ongoing interest in meaningful visual storytelling and contemporary cultural narratives.
His unique mix of science, art, and design informs a broad and experimental approach to digital media, pushing boundaries in both form and concept.
Hessam serves as an elected Cohort Representative for MDM 17.0 and supports planning for Industry Day 2026, an annual networking event led by the Master of Digital Media program.
Why Digital Media?
I want to explore how digital media—especially AI and interactive platforms—can change the way we tell stories, share knowledge, and connect with one another. This field lets me combine my creative skills with technology in ways that feel both meaningful and future-forward. I’m also interested in how digital tools can help us question what’s real, what’s constructed, and how we shape our world through images, interfaces, and interactions.