I’m a creative and detail-oriented documentary and commercial photographer/videographer with over 10 years of experience across humanitarian organizations, media production, and brand content. I’m passionate about visual storytelling, immersive documentary filmmaking, and crafting strategic content for campaigns and digital platforms. I hold the UAE Golden Visa and am an active member of the UAE Photographers Association. I’ve collaborated with government bodies, NGOs, and brands to deliver compelling visuals that inform, inspire, and elevate narratives.

Fares Haj Ibrahim

I’m a creative and detail-oriented documentary and commercial photographer/videographer with over 10 years of experience across humanitarian organizations, media production, and brand content. I’m passionate about visual storytelling, immersive documentary filmmaking, and crafting strategic content for campaigns and digital platforms. I hold the UAE Golden Visa and am an active member of the UAE Photographers Association. I’ve collaborated with government bodies, NGOs, and brands to deliver compelling visuals that inform, inspire, and elevate narratives.

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I’m a creative and detail-oriented documentary and commercial photographer/videographer with over 10 years of experience across humanitarian organizations, media production, and brand content. I’m passionate about visual storytelling, immersive documentary filmmaking, and crafting strategic content for campaigns and digital platforms.

I hold the UAE Golden Visa and am an active member of the UAE Photographers Association. I’ve collaborated with government bodies, NGOs, and brands to deliver compelling visuals that inform, inspire, and elevate narratives.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Photographer & Content Creator at Al-Mufeed Company
September 1, 2025 - Present
Producing high-quality product photography and video content. Developing scripts, concepts, and shot lists for advertising. Managing content across social media platforms. Overseeing lighting, production setup, and post-production workflows.
Photographer – Videographer – Editor at Pro Production Media
December 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025
Created content for UAE Ministry of Sports, KHDA, ICESCO, and Sharjah Classic Cars Club. Produced professional videos with media personality Diala Ali. Covered corporate, commercial, and cultural events with strong visual storytelling.
Photographer – Editor – Social Media Manager at AUM Meditation Center
July 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Managed social media content calendar and visual strategy. Produced and edited meditation and promotional videos. Documented events, sessions, and community activities. Increased engagement through improved visual identity.
Visual Content Creator at Aamal – Syrian Organization for Persons with Disabilities
December 1, 2019 - April 1, 2022
Produced success-story films, awareness content, and documentary videos. Wrote scripts for TV advertisements and scenario-based films. Authored the official Photography Policy for the organization.
National Consultant Photographer at United Nations – UN-Habitat
November 1, 2020 - May 31, 2021
Documented humanitarian field programs. Delivered 100+ edited photographs and two final films.
Freelance Photographer/Videographer at Various Clients (NGOs, Brands, Media)
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2022
Produced documentaries, commercials, and event coverage for NGOs, brands, and media outlets.
Photographer/Videographer at SOS Children’s Villages – Damascus
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019
Produced humanitarian and documentary content; created media materials for conferences; trained staff in photography.
Field Photographer / Studio Production Assistant at Syrian Local TV Channel – Al-Ekhbariya
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017
Assisted in field photography and studio production in conflict-affected environments.
Freelance Photographer/Videographer at Freelance
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2022
Produced documentaries, commercials, and event coverage for NGOs, brands, and media outlets.
Photographer / Content Creator at SOS Children’s Villages – Damascus
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019
Produced humanitarian and documentary content; created media materials for conferences; trained staff in photography.
Field Photographer / Studio Production at Syrian Local TV Channel – Al-Ekhbariya
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Assisted in field photography and studio production in conflict-affected environments.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law at Damascus University
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026
Bachelor's degree in Law at Damascus University
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026

Qualifications

UAE Golden Visa
January 1, 2024 - April 10, 2026
Johns Hopkins University — Psychological First Aid
January 1, 2022 - April 10, 2026
Syrian Photography Art Club License
January 1, 2020 - April 10, 2026
Generative AI MasterMind – Outskill Platform
January 1, 2025 - April 10, 2026
Event Management – Big Idea
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Professional Montage Skills – Macroof
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Stress Management & Trauma Healing – SOS Intl.
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
UAE Golden Visa
January 1, 2024 - April 10, 2026
Psychological First Aid
January 1, 2022 - April 10, 2026
Generative AI MasterMind – Outskill Platform
January 1, 2025 - April 10, 2026
One Man Crew – Director Mohammed Hani
January 1, 2025 - April 10, 2026
Event Management – Big Idea
January 1, 2020 - April 10, 2026
Syrian Photography Art Club License
January 1, 2020 - April 10, 2026
Professional Montage Skills – Macroof
January 1, 2018 - April 10, 2026
Stress Management & Trauma Healing – SOS Intl.
January 1, 2016 - April 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Education, Professional Services