Hi, I'm Harun Hazar, a seasoned Director and Creative Director based in Hamburg. With extensive experience in film and advertising, I bring stories to life with a strong focus on creativity and client satisfaction. Over the years, I've collaborated with numerous well-known clients and agencies, enriching my approach with diverse cultural insights from my travels across Europe, Americas, and Asia. I'm passionate about storytelling and film direction, combining my academic background in audiovisual media with hands-on industry experience. I also enjoy sharing my knowledge as a lecturer, helping others develop in the field of film and advertising. Let's create something impactful together!

Harun Hazar

Hi, I'm Harun Hazar, a seasoned Director and Creative Director based in Hamburg. With extensive experience in film and advertising, I bring stories to life with a strong focus on creativity and client satisfaction. Over the years, I've collaborated with numerous well-known clients and agencies, enriching my approach with diverse cultural insights from my travels across Europe, Americas, and Asia. I'm passionate about storytelling and film direction, combining my academic background in audiovisual media with hands-on industry experience. I also enjoy sharing my knowledge as a lecturer, helping others develop in the field of film and advertising. Let's create something impactful together!

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Hi, I’m Harun Hazar, a seasoned Director and Creative Director based in Hamburg. With extensive experience in film and advertising, I bring stories to life with a strong focus on creativity and client satisfaction. Over the years, I’ve collaborated with numerous well-known clients and agencies, enriching my approach with diverse cultural insights from my travels across Europe, Americas, and Asia.

I’m passionate about storytelling and film direction, combining my academic background in audiovisual media with hands-on industry experience. I also enjoy sharing my knowledge as a lecturer, helping others develop in the field of film and advertising. Let’s create something impactful together!

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Language

English
Fluent
Turkish
Fluent
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Regisseur, Executive Creative Director at Freelancer
January 1, 2007 - Present
Serving as a director and executive creative director for various projects from 2007 to present, providing leadership in film direction, creative strategy, and storytelling. Collaborated with multiple high-profile clients to deliver impactful and engaging content.
Dozent at SAE Institute GmbH
January 1, 2008 - Present
Freelance lecturer since 2008, specializing in film design and advertising storytelling, contributing to BA level education by mentoring students and sharing industry insights.
Executive Creative & Commercial Director at ACHT GmbH
December 31, 2022 - July 14, 2025
Managed creative and commercial aspects of campaigns from 2020 to 2022, overseeing client projects, leading creative teams, and ensuring high-quality deliverables for notable brands.
Editor, Regie-Assistent (Kino)
December 31, 2003 - July 14, 2025
Worked as editor and assistant director in cinema from 2001 to 2003, supporting film production processes and gaining essential industry experience.
Einsatzleiter at Körperbehinderten-Verein Stuttgart e.V.
December 31, 1999 - July 14, 2025
Managed operations after completing civil service at the association for physically disabled people from 1997 to 1999.

Education

Master of Arts at Academy of Media Arts in Cologne
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2006

Qualifications

Jugend-Video-Preis
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Best Short Documentary – Edinburgh Independent Film Festival
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Best International Director – Oregon Documentary Film Festival
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Education, Non-Profit Organization