SPEED FOR THESPIANS (2001) marked Bakhsh's debut as a producer. While pursuing a course of study that would have lead to a life in academia, she helped out a friend making a feature film. On set for the first time as script supervisor, she was captivated by the energy and spirit of the Indie filmmaking experience. She has since continued to work in the industry in various capacities of the production team. Bakhsh line produced another short film, THE GLASS HOUSE as well as coordinated commercials for directors Marcus Nispel, Doug Liman, David Veloz and music videos with Anton Corbijn and Paul Boyd, to name but a few. She has also produced music videos on location in Haiti and most recently, produced several commercials for D'Arcy Advertising. During the past few years, Bakhsh has focused her time and energies more creatively, collaborating as a writer with director Kalman Apple.  Nominated for Achievement in Live Action Short Films 2001: SPEED FOR THESPIANS - Producer (w. Kalman Apple) 1 nomination