I am a passionate and creative Media Studies student majoring in Film & TV at Iqra University, Islamabad. With over four years of experience in photography, video editing, and color grading, and more than three years in cinematography and directing short films, I thrive on storytelling and hands-on production skills. I have actively participated in competitive university film festivals and enjoy collaborating with teams to meet deadlines while managing both creative and technical aspects of film production. Through my academic and professional journey, I have worked extensively as a director, writer, director of photography, and editor. My experience includes freelancing on numerous short films and student projects, assisting university media teams, and engaging with various roles such as directing, screenwriting, cinematography, and camera operations. I am skilled with software like Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe After Effects, and Adobe Photoshop, and I am dedicated to delivering cinematic quality storytelling through film.

Muhammad Ahnaf Farooq

I am a passionate and creative Media Studies student majoring in Film & TV at Iqra University, Islamabad. With over four years of experience in photography, video editing, and color grading, and more than three years in cinematography and directing short films, I thrive on storytelling and hands-on production skills. I have actively participated in competitive university film festivals and enjoy collaborating with teams to meet deadlines while managing both creative and technical aspects of film production. Through my academic and professional journey, I have worked extensively as a director, writer, director of photography, and editor. My experience includes freelancing on numerous short films and student projects, assisting university media teams, and engaging with various roles such as directing, screenwriting, cinematography, and camera operations. I am skilled with software like Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe After Effects, and Adobe Photoshop, and I am dedicated to delivering cinematic quality storytelling through film.

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I am a passionate and creative Media Studies student majoring in Film & TV at Iqra University, Islamabad. With over four years of experience in photography, video editing, and color grading, and more than three years in cinematography and directing short films, I thrive on storytelling and hands-on production skills. I have actively participated in competitive university film festivals and enjoy collaborating with teams to meet deadlines while managing both creative and technical aspects of film production.

Through my academic and professional journey, I have worked extensively as a director, writer, director of photography, and editor. My experience includes freelancing on numerous short films and student projects, assisting university media teams, and engaging with various roles such as directing, screenwriting, cinematography, and camera operations. I am skilled with software like Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe After Effects, and Adobe Photoshop, and I am dedicated to delivering cinematic quality storytelling through film.

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Language

English
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent
Panjabi, Punjabi
Advanced

Work Experience

Media Intern at Iqra University, Islamabad
August 31, 2023 - August 29, 2025
Completed an 8-week internship under the university's media department where I assisted in filming and editing promotional content and university events. Supported production teams during student and faculty media projects and gained practical exposure to professional workflows and equipment handling.
Freelance Filmmaker & Editor at Islamabad / Rawalpindi
January 1, 2019 - Present
Directed and shot multiple short films as writer, director of photography, and director. Edited over a dozen short films and student projects using Adobe Premiere Pro. Color graded content to achieve cinematic quality and storytelling tone. Collaborated with actors, writers, and crews in university productions.
Freelance Filmmaker & Editor at Islamabad / Rawalpindi
January 1, 2019 - Present
Directed and shot multiple short films as writer, director of photography (DOP), and director. Edited over a dozen short films and student projects using Adobe Premiere Pro. Color graded content for cinematic quality and storytelling tone. Collaborated with actors, writers, and crew in university productions.
Customer Service Representative (CSR) at Prime BPO
May 31, 2022 - August 29, 2025
Handled inbound and outbound calls. Assisted customers while maintaining high-quality service standards. Developed verbal communication and conflict resolution skills.
Media Intern at Iqra University, Islamabad
August 31, 2023 - September 2, 2025
Completed an 8-week internship under the university's media department. Assisted in filming and editing promotional content and university events. Supported production teams during student and faculty media projects, gaining practical exposure to professional workflows and equipment handling.
Freelance Filmmaker & Editor at Freelance, Islamabad / Rawalpindi
January 1, 2019 - Present
Directed and shot multiple short films as writer, director of photography, and director. Edited over a dozen short films and student projects using Adobe Premiere Pro. Color graded content for cinematic quality and storytelling tone. Collaborated with actors, writers, and crew in university productions.
Customer Service Representative (CSR) at Prime BPO
May 31, 2022 - September 2, 2025
Handled inbound and outbound calls. Assisted customers while maintaining high-quality service standards. Developed verbal communication and conflict resolution skills.

Education

BS Media Studies (Film & TV) at Iqra University, Islamabad
January 1, 2022 - August 29, 2025
Intermediate in Computer Science at Punjab Group of Colleges, Rawalpindi
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Matriculation in Science at Poonch Model Secondary School, Abbaspur
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
BS Media Studies (Film & TV) at Iqra University, Islamabad
January 1, 2022 - September 2, 2025
Intermediate in Computer Science at Punjab Group of Colleges, Rawalpindi
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Matriculation in Science at Poonch Model Secondary School, Abbaspur
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services