Hello! I’m Marwa Abubakar, a content creator based in Riyadh with 2+ years of hands-on experience producing video and photo content for events, hospitality, and lifestyle brands across Kenya and Saudi Arabia. I specialise in filming and editing social-first video for Instagram and TikTok, collaborating with event companies, wedding clients, and food and beverage brands. I’m comfortable on location at shoots, activations, and live events, turning raw footage into polished, platform-ready content. Based in Riyadh, I’m available for on-site work, events, and daily delivery. I excel at turning ideas into cohesive visuals, managing shoots end-to-end, and adapting visual style and tone to match each client’s identity. I work well under tight timelines and love capturing behind-the-scenes moments as well as final edits that drive engagement across social channels.

Marwa Abubakar

Hello! I’m Marwa Abubakar, a content creator based in Riyadh with 2+ years of hands-on experience producing video and photo content for events, hospitality, and lifestyle brands across Kenya and Saudi Arabia. I specialise in filming and editing social-first video for Instagram and TikTok, collaborating with event companies, wedding clients, and food and beverage brands. I’m comfortable on location at shoots, activations, and live events, turning raw footage into polished, platform-ready content. Based in Riyadh, I’m available for on-site work, events, and daily delivery. I excel at turning ideas into cohesive visuals, managing shoots end-to-end, and adapting visual style and tone to match each client’s identity. I work well under tight timelines and love capturing behind-the-scenes moments as well as final edits that drive engagement across social channels.

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Hello! I’m Marwa Abubakar, a content creator based in Riyadh with 2+ years of hands-on experience producing video and photo content for events, hospitality, and lifestyle brands across Kenya and Saudi Arabia. I specialise in filming and editing social-first video for Instagram and TikTok, collaborating with event companies, wedding clients, and food and beverage brands. I’m comfortable on location at shoots, activations, and live events, turning raw footage into polished, platform-ready content. Based in Riyadh, I’m available for on-site work, events, and daily delivery.

I excel at turning ideas into cohesive visuals, managing shoots end-to-end, and adapting visual style and tone to match each client’s identity. I work well under tight timelines and love capturing behind-the-scenes moments as well as final edits that drive engagement across social channels.

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Language

English
Fluent
Swahili
Fluent
Turkish
Advanced
Arabic
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Video Content Creator at Dream Decor
January 1, 2024 - Present
Filmed and edited short-form video content of event decor setups for posting across social media platforms. Captured behind-the-scenes and finished event footage, editing to a polished standard ready for Instagram and TikTok.
Freelance Video Content Creator at Events by Moe
January 1, 2024 - Present
Produced video content of event setups and activations on a freelance, occasion-by-occasion basis. Delivered edited social media clips aligned with each event's visual style and brand tone.
Freelance Content Creator at Adiva Events
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Shot and edited video content showcasing event decor for social media, producing Reels and short-form clips optimised for Instagram engagement. Worked on location at events to capture live setups, coordinating with the team to ensure key decor moments were filmed effectively.
Freelance Content Creator at Glam Decor
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Produced video content of decor installations for use across social media platforms, editing footage to highlight visual details and overall aesthetic. Delivered consistent, on-brand short-form video that supported the company's social media presence.
Freelance Content Creator at Fayaz Bakery
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Created and edited video content for the bakery's social media channels, producing short-form clips to showcase products and drive audience engagement. Managed content posting and maintained a consistent visual style across the brand's social media presence.
Wedding Content Creator at Freelance
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Filmed and edited wedding content for brides, producing short-form video highlights optimised for sharing on social media. Worked on location across wedding events, independently managing filming and capturing key moments in real time.
Architect & Video Content Creator at Ultra Modern Homes
January 1, 2024 - Present
Produced behind-the-scenes and before-and-after video content of residential projects for social media, showcasing the transformation from construction to finished interiors. Filmed on location at properties, capturing key stages of the build and design process and editing footage into short-form clips for posting online.

Education

Master of Architecture at Bahcesehir University, Istanbul, Turkey
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor of Interior Architecture at Bahcesehir University, Istanbul, Turkey
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services