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I am Muhammed Umar Farooq, an imaginative filmmaker and journalist with a Mass Communication degree and hands-on production experience. I lead projects with clear communication, collaboration, and a passion for direction, cinematography, sound design, and storytelling.
I specialize in nonfiction filmmaking, capturing real life events and people through in-depth interviews and on-location footage to inform, educate, and advocate for a perspective. I love exploring new ideas, refining craft, and bringing compelling stories to life.
Language
English
Advanced
Urdu
Advanced
Work Experience
CEO at Farooq Films
January 1, 2025 - PresentCEO of a production house overseeing multiple projects including music videos, fashion week work, commercials, and related media production.
Documentary Filmmaker at Pakistan Property Leaders
December 31, 2022 - September 18, 2025Documentary work focusing on real estate and property-related topics, based in Karachi.
Background Music Composer at Pakistan Television (PTV)
December 31, 2021 - September 18, 2025Freelance composer creating background scores and musical themes for PTV productions.
Communication Advocacy Officer at Society for Community Development (SCD)
December 31, 2013 - September 18, 2025Advocacy communications role supporting SCD initiatives in Quetta.
Music Composer / Sound Designer / Audio Engineer at Game Over Productions
December 31, 2008 - September 18, 2025Crafted music, sound design, and audio engineering for productions in Karachi.
Analog Tape Recordist at Unique Sound & Beyond
December 31, 2006 - September 18, 2025Analog tape recording and related sound engineering work in Quetta.
CEO at Farooq Films
January 1, 2025 - PresentFounder and CEO of Farooq Films, leading production projects across music videos, fashion events, and documentaries, overseeing direction, production, and post-production.
Documentary Filmmaker at Pakistan Property Leaders
December 31, 2022 - September 18, 2025Created documentary content focused on property sectors, conducting on-location shoots and interviews to present nuanced analyses.
BG Music Composer at Pakistan Television (PTV)
December 31, 2021 - September 18, 2025Freelance background music composer for television programs, dramas, and telefilms; contributed to theme and BG music.
Communication Advocacy Officer at Society for Community Development (SCD)
December 31, 2013 - September 18, 2025Advocated for community development through media and outreach; coordinated communication strategies.
Music Composer, Sound Designer, Audio Engineer at Game Over Productions
December 31, 2008 - September 18, 2025Composed music, designed sound, and engineered audio for games and media; collaborated with production teams.
Analog Tape Recordist at Unique Sound & Beyond
December 31, 2006 - September 18, 2025Architected analog tape recording sessions, capturing high-quality sound for productions.
CEO at Farooq Films
January 1, 2025 - PresentFounded Farooq Films, a production house; led multiple projects across music videos, fashion week events, and television productions; oversaw development, direction, and production.
Director, DP, NLE
January 1, 2025 - PresentDirected music videos and served as DP and non-linear editor for NLE projects.
Music Composer at Paris Fashion Week
December 31, 2024 - September 18, 2025Composed music for Paris Fashion Week shows (2024).
Music Composer at London Fashion Week
December 31, 2024 - September 18, 2025Composed music for London Fashion Week shows (2024).
Director, DP, NLE at Watch Seller
December 31, 2024 - September 18, 2025Directed commercial ad; DP; NLE (2024).
Director, DP, NLE at Real Estate Commercial
December 31, 2024 - September 18, 2025Directed commercial ad 'real-estate'.
Documentary Filmmaker at Pakistan Property Leaders
December 31, 2022 - September 18, 2025Documentary filmmaker focusing on property leadership in Karachi.
Music Composer / Sound Designer / Audio Engineer at Game Over Productions
December 31, 2008 - September 18, 2025Creative roles across music, sound design, and audio engineering (2007-2008).
Analog Tape Recordist at Unique Sound & Beyond
December 31, 2006 - September 18, 2025Analog tape recording, sound capture and engineering.
Education
Bachelor's of Mass Communication at Allama Iqbal Open University
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025Bachelor's in Mass Communication at Allama Iqbal Open University
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication at Allama Iqbal Open University
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025Qualifications
The Art of Cinematic Storytelling – American Film Showcase Workshop
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025DIT (Diploma in Information Technology)
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025Video Editing Training – Arena Multimedia Karachi
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025Workshop: The Art of Cinematic Storytelling
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025Diploma in Information Technology (DIT)
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025Video Editing Certification – Arena Multimedia (Karachi)
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025Basic of Computer
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025The Art of Cinematic Storytelling Workshop (American Film Showcase)
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025Video Editing Workshop, Arena Multimedia Karachi
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025DIT (Diploma in Information Technology), IIMIT Quetta
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025Basic Computer Skills
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other, Education, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Real Estate & Construction, Telecommunications
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