Kymberly Harris is an award-winning director, writer, filmmaker, and founder of Firsthand Films. Her work explores psychologically rich, character-driven stories about identity, power, family, society, and human transformation.

Her films have premiered at Cannes and received recognition from the NYC International Film Festival, CineGear Expo LA in partnership with Paramount Pictures, the Robert Rodriguez Award, and Good Deed Entertainment.

DIRECTOR

“Kymberly’s work is done in a way that so far should be a shining example. So brilliantly done and her concept was more than memorable. It’s an innovation - so new, so fresh, so alive. It’s heartfelt and beautiful. This is work of real passion and it’s personal and I love it.”

-AL PACINO

Directing Reel 2026

PROFESSIONAL RESUME

directing work

FILMS

FILMMAKER

firsthand films

A commitment to authentic storytelling enable me to explore a diverse range of experiences, emotions, and perspectives that resonate deeply with audiences.

“Kymberly’s understanding of the text, her specific interpretation, and her mastery of the art and discipline of working with actors to evoke brilliant performances, are the bedrock of her talent.
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— Casey Silver, Producer

Acting Coach

Kymberly has thoroughly enjoyed the enriching experience of coaching actors across a wide array of TELEVISION shows, feature films, auditions, college AUDITIONS, and IN their personal development journeys. Each opportunity has allowed her to foster talent and guide performers in exploring their HUMANITY AND potential while honing and expressing their skills.

Television (Selected): Clean Slate, The Blacklist, Inventing Anna, Animal Kingdom, Dear White People, Mom, Shameless, How to Get Away With Murder, Get Christie Love
Film (Selected): Promising Young Woman, Jolt, Uglies, The Row, Bad Hair, Survive the Night, Over/Under, Outcome, SOAPBOX

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“I’ve worked with Kymberly as my Acting Coach on my roles in several television and film projects and as a director. She’s a person of integrity and passion for story. She’s a joy to work with, a true collaborator, and with an ability to deliver.”

**- Laverne Cox · ICON.**

PRIVATE coachING with kymberly

DIRECTOR

“Kymberly’s work is done in a way that so far should be a shining example. So brilliantly done and her concept was more than memorable. It’s an innovation - so new, so fresh, so alive. It’s heartfelt and beautiful. This is work of real passion and it’s personal and I love it.”

FILMMAKER

Acting Coach

Television (Selected): Clean Slate, The Blacklist, Inventing Anna, Animal Kingdom, Dear White People, Mom, Shameless, How to Get Away With Murder, Get Christie LoveFilm (Selected): Promising Young Woman, Jolt, Uglies, The Row, Bad Hair, Survive the Night, Over/Under, Outcome, SOAPBOX

Television (Selected): Clean Slate, The Blacklist, Inventing Anna, Animal Kingdom, Dear White People, Mom, Shameless, How to Get Away With Murder, Get Christie Love
Film (Selected): Promising Young Woman, Jolt, Uglies, The Row, Bad Hair, Survive the Night, Over/Under, Outcome, SOAPBOX