Miranda has enjoyed a remarkably illustrious and extensive professional tenure of over seven years, occupying the esteemed position of Head of the Acting Department at Toi Whakaari - New Zealand Drama School, thereby exerting a profound influence on the artistic vision and trajectory of the esteemed institution.
Miranda has had the privilege of imparting her extensive knowledge and expertise to numerous esteemed academic institutions throughout her remarkable career, including the renowned National Film and Television School in London, the Australian Film, Television and Radio School (AFTRS),The Hub in Sydney, Toi Whakaari, The Actors' Program, and Victoria University in New Zealand, all of which have provided her with opportunities to share her passion for the craft with aspiring professionals and inspire the next generation of artists.
In addition to her impressive teaching credentials, Miranda has also made herself available for one-on-one coaching sessions via Zoom, allowing her to offer personalized guidance and mentorship to individual clients seeking to hone their skills and advance their careers in the competitive world of film and television.
Miranda's professional pursuits extend far beyond the realm of teaching, as she has concurrently occupied numerous leadership roles, one of which being the esteemed position of Governor for the prestigious Filmmaker Lab, a distinction she has held with great distinction in multiple years. Moreover, she has also served as a Governor for the Rising Stars at the renowned Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF),a position she has held twice, in both 2019 and 2021, showcasing her remarkable leadership abilities and dedication to the film industry.
Miranda has had the remarkable privilege of serving as a coach to a multitude of exceptionally gifted individuals, a diverse group that has included, but is not limited to, those who have gone on to achieve great accolades and recognition within the entertainment industry, with some of these individuals having received the highest honors in their field, including, but not limited to, Academy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, Emmy Awards, International Emmy Awards, and British Academy Film Awards, commonly referred to as BAFTAs.
Miranda's most remarkable and innovative artistic pursuits include co-directing the highly acclaimed film "The Changeover" alongside Stuart McKenzie in the year 2017. This cinematic masterpiece, which is meticulously crafted from the beloved New Zealand young adult classic, was successfully released in the United Kingdom, the United States, and New Zealand, thereby showcasing its global appeal. Furthermore, "The Changeover" received a remarkable level of recognition by being selected for participation in several prestigious film festivals, including the renowned Rome Film Festival, the esteemed Sydney Film Festival, the prominent Malmo Film Festival, and the acclaimed Neuchatel International Fantastic Film Festival.
