Zgjim Baraliu is an accomplished actor with a diverse background in film, theater, and voice acting. A graduate of The American Academy of Dramatic Arts and a member of its prestigious Academy Company, Zgjim has honed his craft through rigorous training, including Sanford Meisner, Stanislavsky, Uta Hagen, and Strasberg techniques. His education is further enriched by studies at Russell Studios, Bob Krakower Studios, and Marquette University.

Zgjim's film credits include leading and supporting roles in both feature and short films. Notable performances include his portrayal of Bujar in *The Liberation War* directed by Louis Mandylor, Chris in *Unseen Guilt* directed by Daniel Arango, and Ahmad in *Ali* directed by Chems Guerroumi. His versatility is further demonstrated in theater, with roles in *In the Room* at Soho Playhouse, *The Man Who Got Away* at Laurie Beechman Theater, and *Describe the Night* in New York City.

Zgjim has also coached over 1100 auditions including actors like Andrea Londo, Nicholas Baroudi, Cassie Howarth.

He has also left a significant mark on the Kosovo theater scene, most notably with his portrayal of Dr. Thomas Stockmann in *The Enemy of the People* at the Kosovo National Theater, directed by Fatos Berisha.

Fluent in Albanian, English, and Turkish, with basic proficiency in Arabic, Zgjim brings a diverse linguistic capability to his performances. His dedication to his craft has earned him recognition, including the Second Best Playwright Award for *House of the Missing* at the Katarina Josipi Playwright Competition in Kosovo in 2020.

Zgjim Baraliu continues to bring passion, depth, and authenticity to every role he undertakes, making him a dynamic and compelling presence in both the American and international acting scenes.