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I’m Hafez Safavi, a cinematographer and business partner with a track record of delivering high-impact productions that align with a diverse range of client visions. I blend creative storytelling with technical know-how to guide projects from concept to delivery, always keeping client care at the forefront. From building B4Effect from the ground up to leading long-form documentary shoots in New York, I embrace innovation and AI-driven production methods to expand creative possibilities while maintaining cinema-quality standards. I value collaboration, adaptability, and authentic partnerships with clients and crews across Canada, the US, Europe, and beyond.…I’m Hafez Safavi, a cinematographer and business partner with a track record of delivering high-impact productions that align with a diverse range of client visions. I blend creative storytelling with technical know-how to guide projects from concept to delivery, always keeping client care at the forefront. From building B4Effect from the ground up to leading long-form documentary shoots in New York, I embrace innovation and AI-driven production methods to expand creative possibilities while maintaining cinema-quality standards. I value collaboration, adaptability, and authentic partnerships with clients and crews across Canada, the US, Europe, and beyond.

Hafez Safavi

Cinematographer, Director of Photography, Video Editor, +2

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I’m Hafez Safavi, a cinematographer and business partner with a track record of delivering high-impact productions that align with a diverse range of client visions. I blend creative storytelling with technical know-how to guide projects from concept to delivery, always keeping client care at the forefront. From building B4Effect from the ground up to leading long-form documentary shoots in New York, I embrace innovation and AI-driven production methods to expand creative possibilities while maintaining cinema-quality standards. I value collaboration, adaptability, and authentic partnerships with clients and crews across Canada, the US, Europe, and beyond.…I’m Hafez Safavi, a cinematographer and business partner with a track record of delivering high-impact productions that align with a diverse range of client visions. I blend creative storytelling with technical know-how to guide projects from concept to delivery, always keeping client care at the forefront. From building B4Effect from the ground up to leading long-form documentary shoots in New York, I embrace innovation and AI-driven production methods to expand creative possibilities while maintaining cinema-quality standards. I value collaboration, adaptability, and authentic partnerships with clients and crews across Canada, the US, Europe, and beyond.

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I’m Hafez Safavi, a cinematographer and business partner with a track record of delivering high-impact productions that align with a diverse range of client visions. I blend creative storytelling with technical know-how to guide projects from concept to delivery, always keeping client care at the forefront.

From building B4Effect from the ground up to leading long-form documentary shoots in New York, I embrace innovation and AI-driven production methods to expand creative possibilities while maintaining cinema-quality standards. I value collaboration, adaptability, and authentic partnerships with clients and crews across Canada, the US, Europe, and beyond.

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Experience Level

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Work Experience

Cinematographer, Editor & Business Partner at B4Effect, Inc.

January 1, 2011 - Present

Pre-production planning, research, and episode structuring; coordinating and covering live music events across New York City; on-location shooting, lighting, gimbal operation, and camera positioning for interviews and performances; managing multi-episode continuity and storytelling; full post-production including editing, pacing, and final delivery. Built and scaled the production company with a focus on delivering cost-efficient, high-quality content and maintaining strong client relationships.

Creator & Lead Producer at New York Harmony

January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025

Creator and lead producer of a three-season documentary TV series shot in New York City, broadcast on VOA. Each episode is approximately 30 minutes, focusing on the lives, creative journeys, and performances of musicians from diverse cultural backgrounds. Series ran across three seasons: Season 1 (12 episodes); Season 2 (10 episodes); Season 3 (10 episodes). Responsibilities included film production, cinematography & art direction, cross-functional collaboration, project management, and ensuring narrative continuity across seasons; on-set coordination of live shoots and post-production supervision to deliver broadcast-ready episodes.