Hello
I'am Muhammad
Waqar
Director of Photography & Senior Editor
A filmmaker whose narrative has unfolded captivatingly in the field of cinematography and eager to contribute expertise to a dynamic film productionteam and deliver captivating vi narratives while pushing creative boundaries in every project undertaken.
From my early days in TV production during my Master’s degree to now leading high-profile creative projects, my career reflects a relentless pursuit of excellence. Over the years, I’ve evolved from a video editor into a seasoned filmmaker with a versatile skill set. Currently, I am part of The Creative Story in Dubai, where my work blends cultural authenticity with innovative techniques, delivering visually stunning and impactful projects for government entities, including ministries, PMO, and a diverse range of private sector clients.
Beyond corporate productions, I also contribute to independent filmmaking, focusing on short films and documentaries as both Director of Photography (DOP) and Editor. For me, storytelling is not just a profession—it’s a passion.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
- THE CREATIVE STORY, DUBAI, UAE
- CULTURAL INNOVATION: LEAD MAJOR PROJECTS IN COLLABORATION WITH DUBAI CULTURE AND DUBAI MEDIA OFFICE, EMPHASIZING THE RICH HERITAGE OF THE UAE.
- AI-ENHANCED STORYTELLING: INTEGRATE STATE-OF-THE-ART AI TOOLS FOR VIDEO AND IMAGE GENERATION, ENSURING PROJECTS ARE BOTH INNOVATIVE AND CULTURALLY RESONANT.
- CREATIVE LEADERSHIP: OVERSEE ALL ASPECTS OF PRODUCTION FROM CONCEPT TO POST-PRODUCTION, ENSURING EVERY FRAME TELLS A COMPELLING STORY.
ANALOG PRODUCTION, DUBAI, UAE
- GOVERNMENT & HIGH-PROFILE PROJECTS: COLLABORATED DIRECTLY WITH THE PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE ON FLAGSHIP PROJECTS INCLUDING THE GOVERNMENT SUMMIT, DELIVERING EXCEPTIONAL VISUAL NARRATIVES FOR GOVERNMENTAL INITIATIVES.
- FULL-CYCLE PRODUCTION: MANAGED COMPREHENSIVE PRODUCTION PROCESSES—FROM CINEMATIC LIGHTING AND CAMERA WORK TO DETAILED POST-PRODUCTION—ENSURING TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE AND CREATIVE IMPACT.
- CLIENT ENGAGEMENT: BUILT ROBUST PARTNERSHIPS WITH PRESTIGIOUS CLIENTS, ENSURING THE HIGHEST STANDARDS IN STORYTELLING AND EXECUTION ACROSS ALL PROJECTS.
PORTFOLIO
Welcome to my portfolio! I’m Muhammad Waqar Imran, a passionate filmmaker and cinematographer with over 12 years of experience in the art of visual storytelling. My creative journey has been dedicated to crafting stories that inspire, engage, and connect people. Having worked with renowned mentors and leading production houses in the dynamic city of Dubai, I’ve honed my expertise in a wide range of disciplines, from video editing and cinematography to directing and post-production. Each frame I create is a piece of a larger story, designed to leave an indelible impact on its audience.
EDUCATION
RIPHA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY || 2011 – 2013
Masters in Communication and Media Studies
UNIVERSITY OF THE PUNJAB || 2008 – 2010
Bachelor of Arts – Fine Arts
BOARDS OF INTERMEDIATE AND SECONDARY EDUCATION || 2003 – 2005
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KEY SKILLS & TECHNOLOGIES
- CINEMATOGRAPHY & VISUAL STORYTELLING VIDEO EDITING & POST-PRODUCTION: ADOBE PREMIERE PRO, DAVINCI RESOLVE, FINAL CUT PRO, ADOBE AFTER EFFECTS, ADOBE CREATIVE SUITE
- PROFICIENCY IN MULTI-CAMERA OPERATIONS
- MOTION GRAPHICS & CINEMATIC LIGHTING TECHNIQUES
- AI-DRIVEN CONTENT CREATION: CHATGPT (CREATIVE PROMPTING), KAIBER, RUNWAY, LUMA DREAMS LAB
- IMAGE: FOOCUS 2.0 (OPEN SOURCE), DALLE 3, MIDJOURNEY
- HIGH-LEVEL PROJECT MANAGEMENT & COMMUNICATION
NOTEABLE PROJECTS
- CULTURAL DOCUMENTARIES & COMMERCIAL CAMPAIGNS: DIRECTED PROJECTS THAT REFLECT THE EVOLVING CULTURAL TAPESTRY OF DUBAI, BLENDING TRADITIONAL STORYTELLING WITH MODERN AESTHETICS. CULINARY CULTURE – DUBAI CULTURAL CANVAS COMMUNITIES – DUBAI PUBLIC ART – CULTURAL CRAFTS SERIES – DUBAI SPORT COMMUNITIES – MOSQUES OF DUBAI SERIES.
- GOVERNMENT SUMMIT & HIGH-PROFILE GOVERNMENT EVENTS: DEVELOPED VISUAL CONTENT IN COLLABORATION WITH THE PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE, CAPTURING KEY MOMENTS OF NATIONAL SIGNIFICANCE.
- INNOVATIVE AI INTEGRATION: PIONEERED THE USE OF AI TOOLS IN FILM PRODUCTION, RESULTING IN UNIQUE, FUTURE FORWARD VISUALS THAT HAVE BEEN FEATURED ON DUBAI CULTURE’S SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS.
Cover Letter
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN,
I AM A FILMMAKER WHOSE NARRATIVE HAS UNFOLDED CAPTIVATINGLY IN THE FIELD OF CINEMATOGRAPHY. MY JOURNEY BEGAN WITH A GROWING PASSION
DURING MY ACADEMIC YEARS,EARNING A DEGREE IN “MASTERS OF ARTS IN MEDIA PRODUCTION” FROM RIPHAH INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY.
DUBAI BECAME THE CANVAS FOR MY PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY, WHILE MY HEART INITIALLY BEAT WITH PASSION FOR VIDEO EDITING, I STARTED EXPLORING MORE ASPECTS OF FILMMAKING, DIVING INTO WHAT I STUDIED DURING MY MASTER’S DEGREE. I BECAME NOT ONLY AN ADEPT EDITOR BUT ALSO FOUND MYSELF IMMERSED IN THE ART OF CAMERA WORK, LIGHTING AND DIRECTION. AS I EMBRACED THE ROLE OF DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY (DOP), MY JOURNEY TOOK AN UNEXPECTED TURN, AND THE LENS OF THE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (AD) BECAME AN EXTENSION OF MY CREATIVE VISION.
PRESENTLY, I’M PART OF THE CREATIVE STORY, A HUB WHERE CREATIVITY FLOURISHES UNDER DUBAI’S VIBRANT SKIES. IN THE PRODUCTION TEAM, I LEAD CRUCIAL PROJECTS, PARTNERING WITH ESTEEMED ENTITIES LIKE DUBAI CULTURE, DUBAI MEDIA OFFICE,ENRICHING THE CREATIVE TAPESTRY OF DUBAI’S DIVERSE ORGANISATIONS.
BEYOND THE CORPORATE TAPESTRY, I AM HONOURED TO LEND MY SKILLS TO THE WORLD OF SHORT FILMS AND DOCUMENTARIES. AS AN EDITOR AND DOP, I CONTRIBUTE TO THE STORYTELLING CRAFT, WEAVING EMOTIONS AND PERSPECTIVES INTO THE VISUAL FABRIC OF EACH PROJECT.
Contact
Address: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Phone: +971 56 304 8640
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