I am Sadia Afrin, an entrepreneur and filmmaker based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Since 2015 I co-founded Checkmate Events and founded Raptors, specializing in documentary filmmaking and branded content. I lead AV & Documentation at Checkmate and Raptors, with over a decade of experience in visual storytelling and corporate filmmaking. I enjoy building and guiding production teams, managing budgets and timelines, and delivering immersive stories across platforms. My work blends creative vision with practical production discipline, and I collaborate across marketing, training, and communications to help brands connect with audiences through powerful, authentic video and branded content.

Sadia Afrin

I am Sadia Afrin, an entrepreneur and filmmaker based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Since 2015 I co-founded Checkmate Events and founded Raptors, specializing in documentary filmmaking and branded content. I lead AV & Documentation at Checkmate and Raptors, with over a decade of experience in visual storytelling and corporate filmmaking. I enjoy building and guiding production teams, managing budgets and timelines, and delivering immersive stories across platforms. My work blends creative vision with practical production discipline, and I collaborate across marketing, training, and communications to help brands connect with audiences through powerful, authentic video and branded content.

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I am Sadia Afrin, an entrepreneur and filmmaker based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Since 2015 I co-founded Checkmate Events and founded Raptors, specializing in documentary filmmaking and branded content. I lead AV & Documentation at Checkmate and Raptors, with over a decade of experience in visual storytelling and corporate filmmaking.

I enjoy building and guiding production teams, managing budgets and timelines, and delivering immersive stories across platforms. My work blends creative vision with practical production discipline, and I collaborate across marketing, training, and communications to help brands connect with audiences through powerful, authentic video and branded content.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder and Filmmaker at Raptors
January 1, 2022 - November 15, 2025
Lead creative direction and production for brands including Coca-Cola BD, The Daily Star, Swiss Embassy, and HSBC. Oversaw the end-to-end filmmaking process from concept to delivery; implemented AV production systems, workflows, and industry best practices.
Co-founder & Head of AV & Documentation at Checkmate Events
January 1, 2015 - November 15, 2025
Managed AV documentation for major clients such as Grameenphone, Microsoft, and World Bank. Led production teams, oversaw budgeting, editing, and quality control; ensured delivery of top-tier AV content aligned with brand goals.
Global Product Development Officer at Avery Dennison
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Collaborated with RMG industry clients; performed cost analyses using Oracle systems; conducted market research and testing for product launches.
Account Executive at TBWA Benchmark
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Liaised between clients and creative teams; contributed to brand launch campaigns such as Grameen Uniqlo BD; budgeted and presented advertising strategies.
Research Analyst at Economic Research Group
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Specialized in SPSS for data analysis and statistical modeling; handled large datasets and generated research insights.
Intern at United Commercial Bank
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Gained exposure to banking operations and finance; assisted in various tasks.
Filmmaker at Raptors
January 1, 2022 - November 15, 2025
Lead full-cycle documentary & brand content production from concept to delivery; established AV workflows; ensured production quality & innovation; represented the brand at industry events and client-facing presentations. Clients included Coca-Cola Bangladesh, Square Toiletries (Maya), The Daily Star, Swiss Embassy, HSBC.
Co-Founder & Head of AV & Documentation at Checkmate Events
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Provided AV and Documentation services to 800+ clients; led AV and documentation teams for Microsoft BD, GP Accelerator, Apex, World Bank; delivered high-quality branded content aligned with client goals; managed budgeting, resource planning, team leadership, and quality assurance; collaborated cross-functionally across marketing, training, and communications.
Global Product Development Officer at Avery Dennison Bangladesh
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Oversaw development for global brands like JC Penny in Bangladesh’s RMG sector; managed product specs, prototyping, launch, and cost analysis; used Oracle to meet dynamic business needs and ensure customer-focused innovation.
Intern, Learning & Development Center at United Commercial Bank
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Completed corporate training program focused on banking operations and L&D.
Account Executive at TBWA | Benchmark
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Managed brand strategy and execution for Grameen Uniqlo’s BD launch. Acted as liaison between client and creative team, secured new business. Prepared cost justifications, aligned deliverables with brand guidelines. Conducted industry research and contributed to tailored marketing solutions.
Intern at United Commercial Bank – Learning & Development Center
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Completed corporate training program focused on banking operations and L&D.

Education

BBA in Marketing at North South University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
HSC in Business Studies at Viqarunnisa Noon School & College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007
SSC in Science at Viqarunnisa Noon School & College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Marketing and HRM at North South University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
HSC in Business Studies at Viqarunnisa Noon School & College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007
SSC in Science at Viqarunnisa Noon School & College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Marketing and HRM at North South University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) in Business Studies at Viqarunnisa Noon School & College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007
Secondary School Certificate (SSC) in Science at Viqarunnisa Noon School & College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005

Qualifications

Basic Photography
January 1, 2010 - November 15, 2025
Basic Cinematography & Filmmaking
January 1, 2019 - November 15, 2025
Lighting & Camera Workshop
January 1, 2017 - November 15, 2025
Certificate in Filmmaking
January 1, 2022 - November 15, 2025
Certificate in Filmmaking (NFTS)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
Basic Cinematography & Filmmaking
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019
Lighting & Camera Workshop
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
Basic Photography
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010
Certificate in Filmmaking – National Film and Television School (NFTS), UK
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
Basic Cinematography & Filmmaking – Pathshala South Asian Media Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019
Lighting & Camera Workshop – Pathshala South Asian Media Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
Basic Photography – Pathshala South Asian Media Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other, Education, Software & Internet
    uniE608 Biniyog Briddhi Project
    Biniyog Briddhi Project is a collaboration between Swiss Embassy Bangladesh, Light castle Partners. This project documentary reflects the life of people those are enriched due to the involvement of this project in their lives
    uniE608 Coke Studio Bangla
    A glimpse of my work published for Coke Studio Bangla. I’ve been working with Coca Cola Bangladesh regularly for past 2 years