Director | Cinematographer | Editor | Colorist
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I’m a Los Angeles–based filmmaker and post-production specialist with over 10 years of experience in directing, shooting, editing, and finishing. I operated a production company in Pakistan for six years and later completed an MFA at Loyola Marymount, where I taught Avid Media Composer and DaVinci Resolve to graduate and undergraduate students. As a certified colorist with sound design and mixing experience, I create clean, reliable workflows from set to delivery.
I prioritize clear communication, quick turnarounds, and collaborative work that truly resonates with audiences.
Filmmaker & Post-Production Specialist (10+ yrs): Directing, cinematography, editing, finishing. Ran a production company in Pakistan for 6 years; now based in Los Angeles.
Editing & Finishing: Expert in DaVinci Resolve (edit/color/Fusion/Fairlight), Premiere Pro (since 2010), After Effects, and Avid Media Composer. Certified colorist; award-winning editor with 5.1 mixing experience in Fairlight and Pro Tools.
Teaching & Leadership: Graduate Teaching Assistant at LMU; taught Avid and Resolve to undergrad/grad cohorts and supported 200+ students across five semesters, including multicam/broadcast workflows.
Cameras & Production: Hands-on with Sony Venice, ARRI Alexa, Sony FX3 (owner), Blackmagic URSA Mini 4.6K; DJI gimbals and drones; strong lighting and multi-camera direction.
Workflow & Ops: Builds efficient pipelines from set through delivery; meticulous media management, color management, and sound post; fast, organized, deadline-driven.
Credits & Sectors: Branded/social, commercials, docs, promos, music videos, and narrative—clients/collabs include Reese’s Book Club (with IKEA), OLX Mall, TruKKer, WCLA (Lahore Fort), British High Commission/CTD, ISPR, and multiple indie films.
New Formats: Experience delivering DCPs and platform-specific masters; AR/VR training content (e.g., virtual training videos).
Collaborative & Client-Facing: Clear communicator, comfortable leading small crews, interfacing with producers/directors, and translating creative goals into polished results.
MFA, Film & Television Production — Loyola Marymount University (Los Angeles)
3.99 GPA
Graduate Teaching Assistant: taught Avid Media Composer & DaVinci Resolve to undergrad/grad cohorts; supported 200+ students across five semesters (including multicam/broadcast workflows).
Bachelor’s in Film & Television Production - National College of Arts (Pakistan)
3.7 GPA
Completed Blackmagic Design workshops in advanced color management and color theory.
