Kyu Park
Associate Professor
Contact Information
- Office: 207 University Center
- Phone: 412-392-8195
- Email: kyu.park@pointpark.edu
Education
- M.F.A., Film, Syracuse University
- B.F.A., Film, Yong In University
Courses Taught
- Intermediate Cinematography
- Advanced Cinematography
- Production I, II, III and IV
Background
Kyu Park, born and raised in South Korea, is a transnational filmmaker and educator whose work explores how sociocultural factors shape human behavior and relationships through visual storytelling.
His films have been screened at numerous international film festivals and exhibitions, including the Cannes Film Festival Short Film Corner in France, the Montecatini Film and Video Festival in Italy, the Bucheon International Film Festival in South Korea and the Syracuse International Film Festival in the United States.
As a cinematographer, Park's work has been presented at festivals such as the Warsaw Film Festival, Los Angeles Film Festival, Slamdance, Palm Springs International Film Festival and the San Diego International Film Festival. His recent narrative feature Scarlet Winter, which he also co-produced, won Best Picture at the North Hollywood Cinefest in 2023 and was released on Apple TV in 2025. It is currently available on Amazon Prime, Tubi, among other streaming platforms.
Park's latest short film Byway, which he wrote, produced, directed, co-DP'd and edited, is currently on the festival circuit. It was recently selected for the 48th Asian American International Film Festival and the 34th St. Louis International Film Festival in 2025.
Curriculum Vitae
Professional Membership
- University Film and Video Association (UFVA)
Point Park Feature
- Faculty Q&A: Meet Kyu Park, Department of Film and Animation