Ali Fuad
Film Director/ Cinematographer
Dubai
Summary
Creative and ambitious film director and cinematographer with over 4 years of experience in commercials, documentaries, short films, and social media content. At 20, I directed my first major commercial for Imagination, leading a large crew and managing a significant budget. A major milestone was receiving a grant from the Sheikh Saud Al Qasimi Foundation for a documentary on UAE pearl divers, showcased at 30+ universities and film festivals. Passionate about telling regionally relevant stories, I specialize in highlighting the rich culture of the UAE and the Arab world. Skilled in the latest cameras, audio, lighting, and editing software. A winner of multiple awards, including Best Documentary at the Fujairah Arts Film Festival, I was also recognized by the Ruler of Fujairah for my contributions to UAE documentary filmmaking.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Film Director/Cinematographer
Freelancer
07.2022 - Current
- Directed more than 5 commercials for major brands including du and Home Centre, in collaboration with leading UAE production companies such as Image Nation Abu Dhabi.
- Worked as Director of Photography on 3 commercial projects for major brands, including Changan Automobiles.
- Directed a high-budget commercial valued at 60,000 AED
- Directed and produced 4 cultural and artistic documentary short films, including one funded by the Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi Foundation.
- Managed Pre-production, crew hiring, budgeting, and on-set direction
- Managed camera crews and lighting setups as Director of Photography, ensuring visual consistency and high
- Production value across commercial shoots. Nominated in 10+ film festivals and winner of Best Documentary (Fujairah Film Festival)
Multi-Skilled Operator
COP28 High Impact / United Nations
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Operated and managed live streaming for COP28 events and press
- Installed streaming systems, cameras, and docking stations
- Handled multi-cam angles, ensured seamless client delivery
Filmmaker
Ava Five
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers, and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
- Set up for shots according to production schedules and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Directed and produced 10+ commercials and social media promotional videos.
Education
Certificate in Film - Filmmaking
Warsaw Film School
Warsaw, Poland 10.2021 - 07.2022
Training Program - Directing Commercials
Arab Film Studio (Image Nation)
AbuDhabi, UAE 10.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Filmmaking
MiddleSex University
Dubai 08.2022 - 04.2025
Skills
- Directing Documentaries & Commercials
- Cinematography For Documentaries & Commercials
- Film Budgeting & Scheduling
- Crew & Cast Management
- Pre-Production to Post Delivery
- Live Streaming & Broadcast (COP28)
- Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve editing
Accomplishments
- Winner, ICESCO Short Film Award – “Distancing”, Morocco
- Winner, Ministry of Education Short Film Award – “COVID-19”, UAE
- Best Documentary Short, Fujairah Arts Film Festival – Awarded by the Ruler of Fujairah
- Winner, In a Documentary Film Grant – Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi Foundation
- Over 10 Official Selections at international film festivals across various countries
Timeline
Multi-Skilled Operator
COP28 High Impact / United Nations
11.2023 - 12.2023
Filmmaker
Ava Five
05.2023 - 09.2023
Training Program - Directing Commercials
Arab Film Studio (Image Nation)
10.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Filmmaking
MiddleSex University
08.2022 - 04.2025
Film Director/Cinematographer
Freelancer
07.2022 - Current
Certificate in Film - Filmmaking
Warsaw Film School
10.2021 - 07.2022
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