I'm Daniel Shah, a cinematographer and award-winning filmmaker focused on creating artistic and immersive narratives. I work with professional cinema cameras (Sony FX3, FX6, ARRI Alexa) and am passionate about telling meaningful stories through camera, light, and composition.

Daniel Shah

I'm Daniel Shah, a cinematographer and award-winning filmmaker focused on creating artistic and immersive narratives. I work with professional cinema cameras (Sony FX3, FX6, ARRI Alexa) and am passionate about telling meaningful stories through camera, light, and composition.

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I’m Daniel Shah, a cinematographer and award-winning filmmaker focused on creating artistic and immersive narratives.

I work with professional cinema cameras (Sony FX3, FX6, ARRI Alexa) and am passionate about telling meaningful stories through camera, light, and composition.

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Language

Urdu
Advanced
English
Fluent
Panjabi, Punjabi
Intermediate

Work Experience

Video Editor at Hailey Pomroy Group (HPG)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Editing long-form and short-form video content, handling multi-platform publishing, asset management, and performance reporting to optimize audience engagement.
Video Producer at Women in Struggle for Empowerment (WISE)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024
Shot, directed and edited 44 impactful videos on human and women's rights, demonstrating a comprehensive skill set in production, cinematography and editing to drive awareness.
Research Assistant at Black Box Sounds (BBS)
January 1, 2017 - June 1, 2017
Carried out desk research, explored local stories; conducted cultural-mapping of different parts of Pakistan; provided support as Production Manager on multiple shoots.
Director / Cinematographer / Editor at Echo From Home
January 1, 2025 - Present
Directed, photographed, and edited the project to deliver a cohesive narrative.
Director / Cinematographer / Editor at Couch Connection
January 1, 2025 - Present
Directed and photographed the project; edited final cut to deliver narrative.
Director / Cinematographer / Editor at Piya
January 1, 2024 - Present
Directed and photographed the project; edited final cut.
Director / Cinematographer / Editor at Home Remedy
January 1, 2024 - Present
Directed and photographed the project; edited final cut.
Director / Cinematographer / Editor at Flowers Can Grow Back
January 1, 2022 - Present
Directed and photographed the project; edited final cut.
Drone Pilot at Flowers Can Grow Back
January 1, 2022 - Present
Piloted aerial camera for the project; coordinated with the cinematography team.
Director / Cinematographer / Editor at Independent / Self-Produced Projects
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Directed, shot, and edited multiple short films including Echo From Home and Couch Connection, focusing on artistic and narrative storytelling using high-end cinema cameras.
Director / Cinematographer / Editor at Independent / Self-Produced Projects
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Collaborated on projects like Piya (2024) and Home Remedy (2024), responsible for framing, camera movement, lighting, and post-production.
Cinematographer / Colorist at Independent / Self-Produced Projects
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Cinematography and color grading for Flowers Can Grow Back (2022) and other short films.

Education

MA Cinematography at MetFilm School
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Film & Television at National College of Arts
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts / Bachelor of Film & Television at MetFilm School
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts / Bachelor of Arts at National College of Arts
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

Maula Baksh Award
January 1, 2020 - April 14, 2026
Naad-e-Ali Award
January 1, 2020 - April 14, 2026
Bulla Ki JaanA Award
January 1, 2020 - April 14, 2026
Taghful Award
January 1, 2019 - April 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services

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