Gandja was raised between New York’s Lower East Side and Rio de Janeiro, her early exposure to a vast cultural array uniquely informing her work as a filmmaker. Gandja’s collaboration with Tim Burton on Emmy nominated “Wednesday'' brought insight into the timeless struggle of youth and was ranked the second most watched show of all time on Netflix.

Netflix’s “Brand New Cherry Flavor” showcased her ability to create a world, and “The Chi” for Showtime underscored her ability to tell a relatable human story. On the heels of directing Henry Cavill’s last season of “The Witcher”, Gandja directed episodes of the next chapter of The Walking Dead “Dead City” including the first season finale. Joining the Marvel Universe, Gandja directed multiple episodes including the finale of “Agatha All Along." She has directed projects in more than a dozen different countries, four continents and eight languages, her expertise in bringing to life imagined worlds underpinned with strong performances setting her apart.