Bringing stories to life through Sound, Imagery, and Design

Hali Duran is a creative storyteller at heart, weaving together music, film, photography, and design into experiences that leave a lasting impression. From a young age, she discovered the power of expression through her fiddle, becoming the youngest New Mexico State Grand Champion at ages 10, 11, and 12. Music has remained at the center of her life—she is a multi-award-winning fiddler and composer, a multi-instrumentalist on violin, piano, guitar, mandolin, cello, and voice, and has produced over six albums while teaching violin privately. Her compositions have scored films such as the short Soul Mates, A Door in the Sky, and her first feature horror film, Deathwheel.

Hali’s passion for storytelling extends to filmmaking, where she has produced, directed, edited, and composed music for numerous shorts and commercials under her former production company, Tasty Dirt Productions. Her short film The Journey Home was nominated for Best Director, and Da Capo placed fourth in the Serious Film Challenge 2. She has worked in a variety of roles on set—including script supervisor, 1st AD, sound, and camera operator—and has appeared alongside her children in commercials and the short film A Door in the Sky.

Her formal training includes a Bachelor’s of Professional Studies in Music Composition for Film, TV, and Games from Berklee Online, where she studied under acclaimed composers including Pinar Toprak (Captain Marvel), Ben Newhouse, and Michael Sweet.

In addition to her artistic pursuits, Hali brings her creative vision to businesses through branding and web design. She helps entrepreneurs and small businesses craft cohesive visual identities, websites, and digital experiences that reflect their story, values, and personality. Combining artistry with strategy, she ensures every brand she touches feels authentic, polished, and unforgettable.

Whether composing music, directing a film, capturing a moment through photography, or designing a brand’s digital presence, Hali approaches every project with heart, creativity, and a commitment to helping stories—both personal and professional—shine.