Hi, I’m Ahmed Adly Raslan, a cinematographer and photographer based in Cairo with over 7 years of hands-on experience creating high-quality visual content for commercials, branded content, corporate videos, and live events. I excel at shooting, lighting, and editing across formats, and I thrive both in agency settings and when working freelance.\n\nI’m passionate about visual storytelling and delivering cinematic imagery that brings ideas to life. I adapt to different styles and client needs, collaborate effectively on set, and continuously push for creative, dynamic visuals.

Ahmed Adly Raslan

Hi, I’m Ahmed Adly Raslan, a cinematographer and photographer based in Cairo with over 7 years of hands-on experience creating high-quality visual content for commercials, branded content, corporate videos, and live events. I excel at shooting, lighting, and editing across formats, and I thrive both in agency settings and when working freelance.\n\nI’m passionate about visual storytelling and delivering cinematic imagery that brings ideas to life. I adapt to different styles and client needs, collaborate effectively on set, and continuously push for creative, dynamic visuals.

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Hi, I’m Ahmed Adly Raslan, a cinematographer and photographer based in Cairo with over 7 years of hands-on experience creating high-quality visual content for commercials, branded content, corporate videos, and live events. I excel at shooting, lighting, and editing across formats, and I thrive both in agency settings and when working freelance.\n\nI’m passionate about visual storytelling and delivering cinematic imagery that brings ideas to life. I adapt to different styles and client needs, collaborate effectively on set, and continuously push for creative, dynamic visuals.

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Language

Arabic
Advanced
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Cinematographer | Photographer at Self-employed
November 1, 2017 - Present
Shot and edited event videos including corporate functions, private events, and cultural gatherings. Collaborated with clients to capture key moments with cinematic and dynamic visual style. Worked independently and as part of crews, handling camera operation, lighting setups, and post-production. Delivered high-quality video content often under tight deadlines. Notable projects include Al-Jazeera documentaries and Netflix's Paranormal TV series.
Director of Photography, Full-time at Upper Medic
October 31, 2024 - July 20, 2025
Shot and lit video and photo content for multiple medical clinics as part of Upper Medic’s creative team, serving over 30 doctors across various specialties in Egypt for more than one and a half years.
Director of Photography, Freelance at Upper Medic
April 30, 2025 - July 20, 2025
Freelance cinematography duties including shooting and lighting for medical clinic promotional content.
Videographer | Photographer, Full-time at Art House Furniture
July 31, 2023 - July 20, 2025
Captured and edited promotional photos and videos for one of Egypt’s top modern furniture brands using professional equipment.
Videographer, Intern at Sawarly
February 29, 2020 - July 20, 2025
Assisted with videography tasks during internship, gaining hands-on experience in video production.
Videographer, Intern at Al-Ahly TV
September 30, 2019 - July 20, 2025
Gained experience as a videographer intern at Al-Ahly TV, working on various video projects.
Cinematographer | Photographer at Freelance
November 1, 2017 - Present
Shot and edited event videos for corporate functions, private events, and cultural gatherings. Collaborated with clients to capture key moments with a cinematic and dynamic visual style. Worked independently and as part of larger crews, handling camera operation, lighting setups, and post-production. Delivered high-quality video content tailored to client needs, often under tight deadlines.
Cameraman (Exterior) & Line Producer at Al-Jazeera Documentary (Adb El-Shabab)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Upcoming project; responsible for exterior candid shots and interviews as cameraman; as Line Producer managed financial and logistical aspects from pre-production to post-production.
EPK Videographer / BTS Shooter / Video Editor / VFX at Netflix – Paranormal TV series (Short Documentary)
November 1, 2019 - November 1, 2020
As EPK videographer, BTS shooter, Video Editor, and VFX for 'Made in Egypt' short documentary.
Videographer / Editor at Visual Arts
May 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Produced, shot, and edited videos for diverse clients at a full-service marketing agency in Egypt.
Photographer at Wilink
November 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Photographer for social media content.
Director of Photography at Upper Medic
August 1, 2023 - October 1, 2024
Shot and lit video content for medical clinics as part of Upper Medic’s creative team, serving over 30 doctors across various medical specialties in Egypt.
Director of Photography (Freelance) at Upper Medic
November 1, 2024 - April 1, 2025
Shot and lit video and photo content for medical clinics as part of Upper Medic’s creative team.
Videographer & Photographer at Art House Furniture
March 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Captured and edited promotional photos and videos for one of Egypt’s top modern furniture brands.
Videographer, Intern at Sawarly
September 1, 2019 - February 1, 2020
Internship as videographer.

Education

Master’s at October 6 University
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Bachelor’s at October 6 University
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Master's in Cinematography & Film Production at October 6 University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor's in Applied Arts (Photography, Cinema & TV) at October 6 University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

Graphics Design Diploma
January 11, 2030 - July 20, 2025
Single-location film workshop
January 11, 2030 - July 20, 2025
Fundamentals of Digital Transformation Certificate
January 11, 2030 - July 20, 2025
Fundamentals of digital marketing
January 11, 2030 - July 20, 2025
Training of Trainers “TOT”
January 11, 2030 - July 20, 2025
Graphics Design Diploma
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
Single-location film workshop
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
Fundamentals of Digital Transformation Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
Fundamentals of digital marketing
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
Training of Trainers “TOT”
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Retail, Professional Services, Other, Software & Internet