I'm Maziyar Mohammadioun, a photojournalist and content creator with a wide range of experience spanning documentary photography, advertising visuals, and brand storytelling. I've collaborated with agencies, brands, and cultural organizations across Belfast, Iran, and beyond to capture compelling narratives—from live events and campaigns to social portraits and product photography. My work blends narrative clarity with a strong visual identity, aiming to document moments that matter and help audiences connect with them. I hold an MA in Photography from Soore University and a BA in Photography from Azad University, and I have led and contributed to numerous exhibitions, press projects, and digital campaigns. I'm passionate about community-focused photography, volunteering in cultural spaces like Belfast Exposed Gallery, and continuously learning new tools—from CapCut and Adobe Creative Suite to website management and branding.

Maziyar Mohammadioun

I'm Maziyar Mohammadioun, a photojournalist and content creator with a wide range of experience spanning documentary photography, advertising visuals, and brand storytelling. I've collaborated with agencies, brands, and cultural organizations across Belfast, Iran, and beyond to capture compelling narratives—from live events and campaigns to social portraits and product photography. My work blends narrative clarity with a strong visual identity, aiming to document moments that matter and help audiences connect with them. I hold an MA in Photography from Soore University and a BA in Photography from Azad University, and I have led and contributed to numerous exhibitions, press projects, and digital campaigns. I'm passionate about community-focused photography, volunteering in cultural spaces like Belfast Exposed Gallery, and continuously learning new tools—from CapCut and Adobe Creative Suite to website management and branding.

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I’m Maziyar Mohammadioun, a photojournalist and content creator with a wide range of experience spanning documentary photography, advertising visuals, and brand storytelling. I’ve collaborated with agencies, brands, and cultural organizations across Belfast, Iran, and beyond to capture compelling narratives—from live events and campaigns to social portraits and product photography. My work blends narrative clarity with a strong visual identity, aiming to document moments that matter and help audiences connect with them.

I hold an MA in Photography from Soore University and a BA in Photography from Azad University, and I have led and contributed to numerous exhibitions, press projects, and digital campaigns. I’m passionate about community-focused photography, volunteering in cultural spaces like Belfast Exposed Gallery, and continuously learning new tools—from CapCut and Adobe Creative Suite to website management and branding.

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Language

English
Advanced
Persian
Fluent
Turkish
Advanced

Work Experience

Content Creator, Advertising and Branding Expert at Iran Transfo Corporation (Irantransfo Commercial Co.)
September 30, 2024 - July 16, 2025
Created written and visual content including printed advertising materials and story-driven videos for marketing and corporate communication. Managed and updated the company’s official website ensuring consistent visual identity. Developed and executed exhibition strategies and led planning and implementation of over 60 national and international events including exhibitions, conferences, and industrial tours. Standardized visual identity and corporate color schemes, greatly enhancing brand recognition and audience recall.
Photojournalist at Iranian Students' News Agency - ISNA
August 31, 2017 - July 16, 2025
Participated in news programs and events to capture visual reports. Produced photo reports delivering comprehensive visual stories focusing on narrative and impactful photography. Documented social events to increase public awareness through visuals.
Member of the Founding Board and Management Team at DIDEH Contemporary Arts Gallery
November 30, 2015 - July 16, 2025
Set up and held more than 50 exhibitions and workshops of contemporary art, contributing to the development and management of the gallery's activities.
Content Creator, Photographer at Avisa Resane Advertising Company
June 30, 2013 - July 16, 2025
Produced written content including supplements, booklets, and magazines. Carried out live news coverage including planning, recording and broadcasting. Managed video production projects from planning to final editing. Produced photographic content in advertising, news, sports, and documentary genres. Planned and executed events working with teams and clients to ensure quality and timely delivery.
Journalist at Mardomeno (Local Newspaper)
June 30, 2008 - July 16, 2025
Wrote soft and hard news, conducted reporting, investigative and descriptive journalism, interviewing, and analytical note writing.
Freelance Photographer & Content Creator at DoohPoP (OOH/DOOH Advertising)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Captured Proof-of-Play photography for digital out-of-home advertising campaigns across Belfast city. Delivered high-quality images to agencies and brands, verifying campaigns were live and visible in high-traffic urban locations.
Freelance Photographer & Content Creator at SmartShoot (Deliveroo Partner)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Produced creative food, product, and panoramic photography for restaurants and businesses. Created content optimised for Deliveroo’s digital and social platforms, enhancing client branding and online engagement.
Content Creator, Advertising and Branding Expert at Transfo Corporation (Irantransfo Commercial Co.)
December 1, 2016 - October 1, 2024
Created printed advertising materials including environmental (outdoor) and paper-based ads. Produced story-driven video content for distribution across advertising and communication channels. Provided visual coverage (photo and video) of company events for live streaming and documentation purposes. Created written and visual content for marketing, corporate communication, and brand storytelling. Managed and updated the company’s official website, ensuring consistency in content and visual identity. Planned and implemented advertising campaigns. Led the planning and execution of over 60 national and international events including specialized exhibitions, technical and scientific conferences, and client-focused industrial tours.
Photojournalist at Iranian Students' News Agency - ISNA
June 1, 2013 - August 1, 2017
Participated in news programs and news events; produced visual reports; engaged in visual storytelling; captured social events for public awareness.
Member of the Founding Board and Management Team at DIDEH Contemporary Arts Gallery
November 1, 2013 - November 1, 2015
Setting up and organizing more than 50 exhibitions and workshops of contemporary art.
Content Creator, Photographer at Avisa Resane Advertising Company
June 1, 2008 - June 1, 2013
Content production including supplements, booklets, and magazines; live news coverage; video content production; photography and visual content creation across advertising, news, sports, and documentary genres; project management and event planning.
Journalist at Mardomeno (Local Newspaper)
September 1, 2005 - June 1, 2008
Soft and hard news writing; news reporting; investigative and descriptive reporting; interviewing; analytical note writing.
Volunteer at Belfast Exposed Gallery
March 1, 2025 - Present
Provided photographic coverage of the Healing Through Photography conference in April 2025, and actively contributed to the organization and execution of associated exhibitions.
Volunteer - Public Relations and Media at Roozbeh Charity
January 1, 2008 - Present
Volunteer focusing on Public Relations and Media Department.

Education

MA at Soore University
September 1, 2019 - January 31, 2022
BA at Azad University Central Tehran Branch
September 1, 2015 - May 31, 2019
Master of Arts in Photography at Soore University, Tehran, Iran - Department of Photography, Faculty of Art
September 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Arts in Photography at Azad University Central Tehran Branch, Tehran, Iran - Department of Photography, Faculty of Arts and Architecture
September 1, 2015 - May 1, 2019

Qualifications

Mobile Journalism Bootcamp
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Principles of Marketing
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Advertising
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Social Documentary Photography Workshop
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
News Photography Workshop
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Specialized Social Documentary Photography Workshop
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Advanced Journalism Course
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Online Journalism Course
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Fundamentals of News
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Winner – Open Submission 2025, Belfast Photo Festival
April 1, 2025 - January 12, 2026
First Place – Photojournalism Award, Zanjan Press Festival (2016)
January 1, 2016 - January 12, 2026
First Place – Photojournalism Award, Zanjan Press Festival (2017)
January 1, 2017 - January 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Education, Other