“Unveiling the Director’s Lens” – A Professional Insight Journey for HUTECH Students

On behalf of the University’s Board of Presidents, Dr. Huynh Ngoc Anh expressed his appreciation for the efforts of the staff, lecturers, and students of the Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management in their recent teaching and learning activities. He also emphasized that the program was a meaningful initiative, combining theory with real-world practice, and offering valuable support for students’ career development. Dr. Huynh Ngoc Anh expressed his hope that students would take full advantage of the opportunity to learn and gain practical insights from the two guest speakers.

Unlike Director Hòa Yên, who inherited his career from a family tradition, Director Tuấn Anh began his journey in the industry as an actor, often taking on action roles. Through his experiences, he developed a multidimensional perspective and a deep sensitivity to the art of storytelling, particularly in weaving real-life elements into cinematic narratives. From there, he set a clear goal—not only to pursue his own dreams, but also to contribute to the growth and development of Vietnamese cinema.

With over a decade of experience in the field, the guest speakers provided students with an overview of the directing profession, as well as common challenges faced in the industry, offering practical insights that students could take away and apply. In the field of television, speaking from her perspective as a female director, Director Hoa Yen shared: “Adaptability, skillful problem-solving, empathy, and active listening are essential in any profession—especially in directing. Only by balancing these elements can we effectively collaborate with colleagues and truly connect with the audience, delivering the best-quality final product”.

In addition to listening to insights from the guest speakers, students actively engaged in direct Q&A sessions, raising questions and discussing key elements in the production process—such as cinematic effects, filming and editing techniques (including scene breakdowns, camera angles, sound design, and post-production), stage setup, and distribution strategies. All questions were thoroughly addressed by the two speakers, helping students gain a comprehensive understanding of the meticulous and complex process behind the creation of a complete film or television production.