I design environments that perform — on camera, on site, and on screen. Seven years across broadcast television, commercial interiors, and urban installations. Currently Set Designer at GEO Entertainment — Ehsaas Ramadan (3 seasons), Case 9, prime-time drama. Freelance credits include Pakistan Idol Gala Stage, Atif Aslam Concert Stage, and NUKTA Studio System. Guest Speaker, Iqra University. Every project visualized is a project I've also supervised on the ground.

SYED ZAIN US SALIKEEN QADRI

I design environments that perform — on camera, on site, and on screen. Seven years across broadcast television, commercial interiors, and urban installations. Currently Set Designer at GEO Entertainment — Ehsaas Ramadan (3 seasons), Case 9, prime-time drama. Freelance credits include Pakistan Idol Gala Stage, Atif Aslam Concert Stage, and NUKTA Studio System. Guest Speaker, Iqra University. Every project visualized is a project I've also supervised on the ground.

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I design environments that perform — on camera, on site, and on screen. Seven years across broadcast television, commercial interiors, and urban installations.

Currently Set Designer at GEO Entertainment — Ehsaas Ramadan (3 seasons), Case 9, prime-time drama. Freelance credits include Pakistan Idol Gala Stage, Atif Aslam Concert Stage, and NUKTA Studio System. Guest Speaker, Iqra University. Every project visualized is a project I’ve also supervised on the ground.

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Experience Level

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Expert

Language

English
Advanced
Urdu
Fluent

Work Experience

Set Designer at GEO Entertainment
February 1, 2023 - Present
Designed sets for prime-time drama productions and three consecutive Ehsaas Ramadan seasons (2024–2026), redesigning broadcast environments; supervised construction from concept through 3D visualization, props procurement, and on-site execution; collaborated with directors, DPs, and production teams to align design with narrative vision and technical broadcast requirements.
Set Designer & 3D Visualizer at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 2022 - Present
Designed the Gala stage for Pakistan Idol (GEO TV), the main concert stage for Atif Aslam's Amplify live performance, and delivered a multi-format studio system for NUKTA — podcast, news, and talk show sets; also contributed to BBDO Karachi office interiors, 7th Sky Entertainment executive offices (CEO & COO), and J. Marketing urban installations.
Head Designer (Co-Founder) at Magnify Studio
November 1, 2020 - October 1, 2022
Co-founded and led design operations for a Karachi-based studio delivering commercial interiors, 3D visualization, and construction-supervised projects; managed client relationships, design team coordination, and on-site execution across residential and corporate sectors.
3D Visualizer at Best Homes by Arbab
March 1, 2020 - November 1, 2020
Developed 3D models and photorealistic visualizations for residential projects; collaborated directly with construction teams from design through on-site execution.
Site Supervisor at Nooruddin & Co.
September 1, 2017 - July 1, 2019
Supervised construction activities, managed subcontractors, and ensured adherence to plans, specifications, and safety standards; coordinated with project managers to ensure on-schedule, on-budget delivery.
Set Designer & 3D Visualizer at Freelance Independent
January 1, 2022 - Present
Designed the Gala stage for Pakistan Idol — Pakistan's highest-rated music competition, broadcast nationally on GEO TV. Designed the main concert stage for Atif Aslam's live performance (Amplify) for a live crowd of thousands and simultaneous broadcast coverage. Delivered a complete multi-format studio system for NUKTA — podcast, news, and talk show sets within a single studio footprint. Additional credits: BBDO Karachi office interior, 7th Sky Entertainment executive offices (CEO & COO), J. Marketing urban installations.
Set Designer & 3D Visualizer at Independent (Freelance)
January 1, 2022 - Present
Designed the Gala stage for Pakistan Idol; main concert stage for Atif Aslam's Amplify; delivered a complete multi-format studio system for NUKTA (podcast, news, and talk show sets); additional credits including BBDO Karachi interior, 7th Sky Entertainment offices, J. Marketing installations.

Education

Diploma in Architecture Design & 3D Visualization at Skill Development Council, Karachi
January 1, 2019 - June 16, 2026
Bachelor in Economics (BA) at University of Karachi
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022

Qualifications

Guest Speaker – From Concept to Canvas: The Art of Direction in Media Production
January 11, 2030 - May 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Education