I'm Mahmoud Farouk, a cinematographer and filmmaker based in Dubai with over 12 years of experience across feature films, commercials, and documentaries. I’m passionate about visual storytelling and adept at camera operation, lighting techniques, and production management. I collaborate closely with directors and crews to deliver high-quality content on time and within budget. Currently freelancing in Dubai, I work on a mix of commercial, corporate, and social media projects for government agencies and brands, bringing cinematic storytelling and practical production skills to every project I touch.…

Mahmoud Farouk

I'm Mahmoud Farouk, a cinematographer and filmmaker based in Dubai with over 12 years of experience across feature films, commercials, and documentaries. I’m passionate about visual storytelling and adept at camera operation, lighting techniques, and production management. I collaborate closely with directors and crews to deliver high-quality content on time and within budget. Currently freelancing in Dubai, I work on a mix of commercial, corporate, and social media projects for government agencies and brands, bringing cinematic storytelling and practical production skills to every project I touch.…

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I’m Mahmoud Farouk, a cinematographer and filmmaker based in Dubai with over 12 years of experience across feature films, commercials, and documentaries. I’m passionate about visual storytelling and adept at camera operation, lighting techniques, and production management. I collaborate closely with directors and crews to deliver high-quality content on time and within budget.

Currently freelancing in Dubai, I work on a mix of commercial, corporate, and social media projects for government agencies and brands, bringing cinematic storytelling and practical production skills to every project I touch.

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Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent

Work Experience

Cinematographer at Freelancer (Cairo)
December 31, 2023 - October 22, 2025
Worked on propaganda campaigns for the Presidency (television song); advertising campaigns for the Egyptian national football team (2018 World Cup); campaigns for the Ministry of Youth and Sports; Ramadan advertisement for Zain Sudan; documentary for the Egyptian General Traffic Department; participation in high-profile events; Beverly Hills Egypt advertisement; series Hadath Bilfiel on Ghada Abdel Razek; advertising campaigns for 57357 Children’s Cancer Hospital.
Cinematographer at 57357 Children's Cancer Hospital
December 31, 2023 - October 22, 2025
Created storyboards, scripts, and shot lists; manipulated lighting equipment to capture visuals for hospital-related projects; organized and managed crew; developed creative concepts; reviewed footage with team and integrated feedback into the final product.
Freelancer at Cinematographer
September 1, 2023 - Present
Worked on various projects including short films, advertisements, and personal projects, enhancing my storytelling and technical skills.
Cinematographer at Freelance (Dubai)
September 1, 2023 - Present
Provide cinematography services for freelance projects in Dubai. Responsibilities include creating storyboards, shot lists, and scripts, shaping lighting to capture visuals, organizing and leading crew, developing creative concepts, and reviewing footage with clients to implement feedback.
Cinematographer at Dubai Film Maker (Freelance)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Shooting commercial for Fujairah Government for social media; shooting content for content creators; shooting interviews and content for various government and corporate clients (RTA, ADNOC Abu Dhabi, ADNOC Gas, Emirates Authority, etc.).
Cinematographer at 57357 Children Cancer Hospital
January 1, 2020 - August 1, 2023
Created cinematic content to promote the hospital's values and initiatives, including organizing shoots for feature films.
Cinematographer at Freelancer
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023
Cinematography and camera operation for freelance projects in Cairo, Egypt. Involved in feature films, advertisements, and documentaries; managed lighting techniques and production processes; collaborated with directors and crews to deliver high-quality content on time and within budget.
Cinematographer at Various
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023
Worked on the propaganda campaign for the Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt, advertisements, and a documentary film.
Music Producer and Songwriter at Self-employed
January 1, 2010 - Present
Produced and co-wrote music for various independent artists, focusing on guitar-driven songs and vocal arrangements. Managed recording sessions and mixed tracks.
Session Guitarist at Various Artists
January 1, 2005 - Present
Provided guitar work for multiple artists including studio sessions and live gigs. Played a variety of styles from folk to rock, adapting to artists’ needs.
Lead Guitarist at The Flying Paines
October 1, 2003 - Present
Played lead guitar and provided backing vocals during live performances and studio recordings. Collaborated on songwriting and arrangement for albums and singles.

Education

Music Foundation at Royal Academy of Music
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000
Bachelor of Arts in Music at King's College London
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2003
Bachelor of Computer Science at Advanced Academy, Egypt
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2015
Diploma in Cinematography at High Cinema Institute, Egypt
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
Bachelor of Computer Science at Academy Egypt
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015
Diploma in Cinematography at High Cinema Institute
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor of Computer Science at Advanced Academy, Egypt
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015
Diploma in Cinematography at High Cinema Institute, Egypt
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization

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