About
Raija Talvio is a Professor of Practice in the Department of Film at Aalto University's School of Arts, Design and Architecture. She holds a Doctoral degree in Arts and Design from Aalto University (2015) and a Master's degree from Helsinki University of Arts and Design (1987).
Her research focuses on gender dynamics in the Finnish film industry, negotiation strategies in financing, and professional roles of creatives. Key topics include women's underrepresentation in leadership roles and systemic barriers in media industries.
She has received 161 awards including the 2022 Vuoden käsikirjoittajakollega honor. Notable supervisory contributions include award-winning films like CRAZY CRABS FROM OUTER SPACE (2022) and PÄIVÄ ILMAN KIELTOA (2023).
Active in academic outreach, she has delivered invited talks such as 'Miten opin kirjoittamaan hyvin?' (2022) and 'Käsikirjoituksen luonne teoksena' (2023). Media engagements include high-profile discussions on gender inequality in cinema and Finnish cultural policy.
Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to quality education and gender equality through advancing equitable practices in creative industries.
