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Hi, I’m Abdul Sami, an award-winning cinematographer and photographer based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia with 7+ years of freelance experience. Trusted by major brands in Saudi Arabia and Malaysia as director of photography, director, and scriptwriter for award-winning films. My expertise spans cinematography, visual storytelling, event documentation, and creative direction across music, theatre, and lifestyle events.
My work is driven by a passion for telling compelling stories through imagery and movement, delivering high-quality visuals on tight timelines, and collaborating closely with clients to realize their creative vision.
Work Experience
Freelance Cinematographer & Photographer at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2019 - April 1, 2025Award-winning cinematographer and photographer who has collaborated with major brands including AVIS, Noon E-Commerce, Doos Karting, and Apogee Socks, delivering full-scale event documentation and studio content. Captured The Saudi Tour 2020 Launch Ceremony at Ritz Carlton with a multi-camera setup, backstage coverage, and a high-energy after-movie edit. Managed product shoots and lifestyle photography for e-commerce and brand marketing, including studio setups and outdoor locations. Coordinated with event organizers to deliver cinematic coverage of high-energy events, such as karting anniversaries and team-building activities. Served as videographer for Paperback event at Diriyah Biennale Foundation, capturing workshop highlights and content for a 3-day cultural initiative.
Creative Internship at Sevenvault
January 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025Managed and executed shoots for major clients including NIVEA, Watsons, Cavenut, and Ceitspread, from conceptualization through post-production. Produced content for CEO & influencer Adele Chow, managing brand identity and creative deliverables. Launched and produced 'Boss Up With Adele Chow' podcast – recording full episodes, editing, and creating engaging short-form content for Instagram Reels and TikTok. Managed content schedules and ensured all creative assets aligned with brand identity and marketing goals.
Creative Internship at Gary Chong Studios
January 1, 2023 - March 1, 2023Assisted on production sets, ensuring smooth execution of shoots with attention to detail and problem-solving. Archived and digitized internal wardrobe collection into online catalog system, streamlining production workflow. Created and scheduled graphic design content for company social media platforms.
Freelance Cinematographer & Photographer at Malaysia (Theatresauce, FSKi Works, lowercase laboratories, Lim Sheng Hui)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025Documented and produced content for 20+ theatre productions with Theatresauce, FSKi Works, lowercase laboratories, and Lim Sheng Hui, managing multi-camera setups and rapid editing turnarounds. Captured high-energy live events including REMA at Primuse Live, Moto GP After Race Festival featuring Smash Mouth, and nightlife events (Bass Attack at Pitt Club, DJ Mag's 66th Top 100 Club). Delivered promotional content and after-movies for artist performances with fast turnaround times while maintaining high creative quality. Managed production archiving including multi-camera full-show recordings, rehearsal documentation, and streaming content creation. Collaborated with production teams on pre-production planning including storyboarding, location scouting, and shot list development.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Digital Film Production at Sunway University, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
January 11, 2030 - June 23, 2026Diploma in Performing Arts at Sunway University, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
January 11, 2030 - June 23, 2026Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment
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