Jaime Leigh (Demetra) Gianopoulos (she/her) is a multi-talented creative based in Vancouver, Canada. As a director, producer, photographer, and editor, she is passionate about projects that focus on empowering women and advocating for social and environmental justice. Jaime Leigh's ancestral roots trace back to small villages in Laconia, Greece, as well as England, Ireland, and Bratislava Slovakia, and she has dedicated years to exploring and deepening her connection to her heritage through storytelling and reconnecting with the land and water.

One of Jaime Leigh's notable works is the short film 'Our Grandmother the Inlet,' where she served as co-executive producer, co-director, and editor. The film, funded by the 'Canada Council for the Arts' and the 'Hot Doc's Cross Current fund,' is a heartfelt portrayal of a young indigenous woman's profound love for the water and inlet, seen as a reciprocal relationship with her Grandmother (Ta7a).

Additionally, Jaime Leigh received full funding from 'The Canada Council for the Arts' for her upcoming short film 'Ask the Plantain.' Shot on the beautiful islands of Crete and Laconia, the film explores the complex emotions of not fully belonging to the lands one is born on or the lands their ancestors came from. Drawing inspiration from the myth of Demeter and Persephone, the film delves into themes of grief and the cycles of life, death, and rebirth. Both 'Our Grandmother the Inlet' and 'Ask the Plantain' are eagerly anticipated to premiere and make their mark on the festival circuit in 2023.

Recognized for her talent and dedication, Jaime Leigh was selected as one of five prominent filmmakers for the prestigious 'Breakthrough Program 2022' by the Documentary Organization of Canada. She is a graduate of the 'Toronto Film School' and has participated in various creative training programs, including those by Hot Docs, Whistler Film Festival, Doc BC, and The Sundance Collab Institute.

Presently, Jaime Leigh is in pre-production for a music video for Juno-nominated artist Desiree Dawson's 'Mountain Tops.' She is also a 200-hour certified Modo Yoga teacher, awarded the "Be Peace Scholarship" for her outstanding work in social and environmental justice. In addition to her creative pursuits, she leads inspirational talks and conducts creative workshops to empower youth. Jaime Leigh is the founder of Meli Meli Creative Tour, a unique travel experience that invites women to explore sensuality through the art of self-portraits during 8-day journeys across Greece. Furthermore, she has contributed her photography and editing skills to the 2022 Vancouver Indigenous fashion week, collaborating with renowned designers such as Cynthia Summers, Indi City, and Malmama boutique in Greece.

Another notable achievement in Jaime Leigh's repertoire is the short film she co-directed, executive produced, and edited, titled "What About Our Future?" The film was distributed through 'Hollywood Suite' and screened at numerous film festivals and humanitarian events worldwide. It was even honored with 'The Nigel Moore Youth Programming Award' at DOXA 2021, making it the first short film to receive this accolade. The film's impact extended further through its participation in SIMA Classrooms, Hot Doc's Classrooms, and SMI's 'Story Money Impact Program,' reaching over 500 classrooms and inspiring youth to seek creative solutions for social and environmental justice.

Through her remarkable body of work and her commitment to amplifying important voices, Jaime Leigh (Demetra) Gianopoulos continues to make a significant impact in the world of filmmaking and creative activism.