Hello, I’m Nazim Sharbatov, a Creative Director with extensive experience in TV content management, film production, and live events. I began my career in 2003 as a VTR operator, progressed to video editing and directing, and spent more than a decade shaping visual brands at Khazar TV as Creative Director and later Executive Director. Since 2016 I’ve worked as a freelance Video Content Manager and Director, delivering TV programs, documentaries, sports events, and music videos for a variety of clients and collaborators. I’m fluent in Azerbaijani, Russian, English, and Turkish, and I enjoy collaborating with media teams, NGOs, and political organizations to turn ideas into compelling stories. I’m passionate about building strong creative teams, delivering high-quality multimedia content on time, and helping organizations communicate their messages effectively through video and live productions.

Nazim Sharbatov

Hello, I’m Nazim Sharbatov, a Creative Director with extensive experience in TV content management, film production, and live events. I began my career in 2003 as a VTR operator, progressed to video editing and directing, and spent more than a decade shaping visual brands at Khazar TV as Creative Director and later Executive Director. Since 2016 I’ve worked as a freelance Video Content Manager and Director, delivering TV programs, documentaries, sports events, and music videos for a variety of clients and collaborators. I’m fluent in Azerbaijani, Russian, English, and Turkish, and I enjoy collaborating with media teams, NGOs, and political organizations to turn ideas into compelling stories. I’m passionate about building strong creative teams, delivering high-quality multimedia content on time, and helping organizations communicate their messages effectively through video and live productions.

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Hello, I’m Nazim Sharbatov, a Creative Director with extensive experience in TV content management, film production, and live events. I began my career in 2003 as a VTR operator, progressed to video editing and directing, and spent more than a decade shaping visual brands at Khazar TV as Creative Director and later Executive Director. Since 2016 I’ve worked as a freelance Video Content Manager and Director, delivering TV programs, documentaries, sports events, and music videos for a variety of clients and collaborators.

I’m fluent in Azerbaijani, Russian, English, and Turkish, and I enjoy collaborating with media teams, NGOs, and political organizations to turn ideas into compelling stories. I’m passionate about building strong creative teams, delivering high-quality multimedia content on time, and helping organizations communicate their messages effectively through video and live productions.

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Language

Russian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Turkish
Intermediate
Azerbaijani
Fluent

Work Experience

Video Engineer at Azerbaijan STV
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007
Worked as a video engineer; began as a VTR operator, progressed to video editor and director. Supported television production through live and studio workflows.
Art Director at Khazar TV
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2013
Led art direction and visual design for Khazar TV programming; supervised on-air graphics and styling.
Creative Director & Producer at Khazar TV
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
Directed creative direction and production for Khazar TV projects, including TV programs and music videos.
Deputy Director of the Program Department at Khazar TV
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Oversaw program scheduling and content strategy; led team and collaborated with producers.
Executive Director at Khazar TV
March 1, 2016 - July 16, 2016
Executive leadership for the channel's program department; managed operations and staff.
Founder and Creative Director at Yeni TV (New Azerbaijan Party project)
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Founded and led creative direction for Yeni TV associated with the New Azerbaijan Party; developed content strategy and media outreach.
Multimedia Consultant at Return to Karabakh NGO
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Provided multimedia strategy, content production and program management for NGO initiatives.
Multimedia Consultant at DOST Agency
January 1, 2023 - Present
Advised on multimedia content and live event production for agency clients.
Founder and Creative Director at Yeni TV (New Azerbaijan Party)
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Founded and led Yeni TV, building brand identity, developing programming, and overseeing production within the party context.

Education

Bachelor of Broadcast Engineering at Azerbaijan Technical University
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2003
Master of Broadcasting at Azerbaijan Technical University
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005
Internship program at STV Turkey
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Exchange program at News ONE Ukraine
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Exchange program at 112 TV Ukraine
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Exchange program at 1+1 Ukraine
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Exchange program at TRT HABER (TRT NEWS)
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
Bachelor at Azerbaijan Technical University
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2003
Master at Azerbaijan Technical University
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005

Qualifications

News ONE Ukraine Exchange program
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
112 TV Ukraine Exchange program
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
1+1 Ukraine Exchange program
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
TRT HABER (TRT NEWS) Exchange program
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
STV Turkey Internship program
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Education, Telecommunications