Zara Mirzaei was born in the UK. She's from Persian (Iranian) descent. She grew up in New York, United States, obtained her bachelors in engineering and MBA. Zara is fluent in both Farsi (Persian) and American English. She has attended acting and directing curriculum and has been involved in the film industry for many years.

“The Settler” is the first film she has written and directed. This is a short film which was filmed in the US. It touches topics such as immigration, social obstacles, hard work, faith, and hope; it is in English and Spanish languages.

"The Fault" is the second film that she has written and directed. This is a short film which was filmed in Tehran, Iran. It touches topics such as misjudgment, social challenges, moral dilemmas, and courage; It is in Farsi language.