A graduate of Qatar University in English Literature and Linguistics, Amna has worked with Doha Film Institute since 2013, helping nurture local filmmaking talent. Her directorial debut, 'Doctor’s Office', was created at the La Fémis Gulf Summer School in 2015, followed by 'The Notebook', which screened at the Ajyal Youth Film Festival 2015 and won a special mention award. Her short film 'The World Is Not Blue' was made with the support of the Qatar Film Fund. Amna holds an MA in Screenwriting from Goldsmiths, University of London, and is committed to advancing the craft of storytelling in the region.