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Cinematographer and photographer with 6+ years of experience across feature films, documentaries, commercials, and wedding photography. Based in Coimbra and available for productions throughout Portugal and the wider EU. Strong in lighting design, camera operation, and end-to-end production management, with work selected for international film festivals including Almería Western Film Festival and Qinling Mountains Film Festival.…Cinematographer and photographer with 6+ years of experience across feature films, documentaries, commercials, and wedding photography. Based in Coimbra and available for productions throughout Portugal and the wider EU. Strong in lighting design, camera operation, and end-to-end production management, with work selected for international film festivals including Almería Western Film Festival and Qinling Mountains Film Festival.

Usama Rashid

Photographer, Videographer, Video Editor, +5

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Cinematographer and photographer with 6+ years of experience across feature films, documentaries, commercials, and wedding photography. Based in Coimbra and available for productions throughout Portugal and the wider EU. Strong in lighting design, camera operation, and end-to-end production management, with work selected for international film festivals including Almería Western Film Festival and Qinling Mountains Film Festival.…Cinematographer and photographer with 6+ years of experience across feature films, documentaries, commercials, and wedding photography. Based in Coimbra and available for productions throughout Portugal and the wider EU. Strong in lighting design, camera operation, and end-to-end production management, with work selected for international film festivals including Almería Western Film Festival and Qinling Mountains Film Festival.

Available to hire

Cinematographer and photographer with 6+ years of experience across feature films, documentaries, commercials, and wedding photography. Based in Coimbra and available for productions throughout Portugal and the wider EU.

Strong in lighting design, camera operation, and end-to-end production management, with work selected for international film festivals including Almería Western Film Festival and Qinling Mountains Film Festival.

Skills

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

Urdu

Fluent

English

Fluent

Portuguese

Beginner

Work Experience

Cinematographer / Photographer (Freelance, Self-employed)

January 1, 2020 - Present

Directed cinematography for feature films, documentaries, and commercials, delivering high-quality visual storytelling. Travel-led shoots to diverse locations, sourcing distinctive backdrops and environments. Used content analytics to track performance and adjust visual strategy for maximum audience engagement. Managed budgets and schedules for the camera department to keep projects on time and on budget. Delivered wedding photography and supported social media content creation and direction for commercial clients. Collaborated with directors, producers, and key crew to develop and execute creative concepts.

Cinematographer / Photographer at Freelance Self-employed

January 1, 2020 - Present

Cinematography and photography for feature films, documentaries, commercials, and weddings. Travel to diverse locations to source distinctive backdrops, manage end-to-end production tasks, and deliver high-quality visuals. Lead social media content creation and direction for commercial clients; collaborate with directors, producers and crews to develop and execute creative concepts.

Cinematographer/Photographer (Freelance) at Usama Rashid

January 1, 2020 - Present

Cinematography direction for a wide range of projects, including feature films, documentaries, and commercials, delivering high-quality visual storytelling. Regular travel to diverse locations to enhance shoots with unique backdrops and environments. Utilized analytics to track content performance and adjust strategies for maximum impact and engagement. Managed budgets and schedules for cinematography departments, ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget. Wedding photography, social media content creation, and direction. Collaborated with directors, producers, and other key team members to develop and execute creative concepts.

Assistant Cinematographer at Hyphenz

June 5, 2019 - August 2, 2024

Led cinematography for various feature films, documentaries, and commercials, ensuring high-quality visual storytelling. Collaborated with directors and production teams to develop creative concepts and execute visually compelling scenes. Directed photo shoots, working closely with models, stylists, and clients to achieve desired outcomes. Developed and produced engaging content for social media platforms, websites, and marketing campaigns.

Assistant Cinematographer at Hyp henz

June 1, 2019 - August 1, 2024

Assisted cinematography on feature films, documentaries, and commercials; collaborated with directors and production teams, directed photo shoots, and produced engaging social media content; managed lighting and camera operations to support high-quality storytelling.