Moiz Zaidi
Ad Film Maker/ Creative Director/ Producer
Karachi, Sindh,SD
Summary
Dynamic Ad Film Director with a proven track record at Netflix, showcasing innovative thinking and excellent communication. Specializes in transforming creative visions into compelling stories through meticulous planning and visionary storytelling. Achieved significant project success by mastering visual aesthetics and fostering collaborative teamwork. Brings a unique blend of creative and organizational skills to produce engaging, high-quality content.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Ad Film Director
Freelancer Director
07.2023 - Current
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality work within deadlines.
- Collaborated with clients to define project requirements and deliverables.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability under pressure.
- Developed customized solutions to address unique client needs, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Conducted rehearsals with actors to refine performances and enhance character development.
- Independently conceptualized timelines, storyboards and themes of video projects.
- Set budgets, travel itineraries and timelines and maintained call sheets.
- Oversaw post-production process, collaborating with editors to shape the final cut of each film.
- Successfully conveyed story through compelling long- and short-form videos.
- Ensured high-quality sound design by partnering with audio engineers throughout filmmaking process.
- Kept up to date with industry trends and technologies, incorporating new techniques into projects as appropriate to enhance overall filmmaking experience.
- Developed strong communication skills to convey artistic vision clearly to cast and crew members.
- Collaborated with creative directors and producers to plan, coordinate, and execute complex video productions.
- Enhanced storytelling quality through meticulous script analysis and development.
- Interpreted scripts to understand overall story and narrative style.
- Managed casting and selected shot locations.
- Assigned tasks to assistant editors and interns to improve video production.
- Created engaging behind-the-scenes content for promotional purposes, showcasing filmmaking process from pre-production to release.
- Selected talented cast members through extensive audition processes, assembling diverse ensembles that contributed to each film''s success.
- Implemented innovative marketing strategies for film releases, generating buzz and driving ticket sales.
- Collaborated with multiple producers and screenwriters to make collective vision for numerous films.
- Maintained positive relationships with producers, ensuring projects stayed on schedule and within budget constraints.
- Championed diversity both in front of and behind the camera by promoting inclusive casting decisions and hiring practices.
- Reviewed all daily work with producers, creative director of video and other stakeholders.
- Collaborated effectively with writers, refining scripts to ensure compelling storylines and authentic dialogue.
- Collaborated with composers to decide on musical scores and select music for final film.
- Established unique visual style for each project by working closely with cinematographers and production designers.
- Chose locations and settings for individual scenes, angles of cameras and gestures used by actors
- Mentored aspiring filmmakers, fostering their creative growth and providing guidance on industry best practices.
- Motivated actors to produce best dramatic performance with strong coaching and mentoring.
- Scheduled filming days and weekends, from pre-production meetings to final edits.
- Adapted well to unforeseen challenges during production, implementing creative solutions that allowed projects to continue without compromising artistic vision.
- Maintained high department standards in production of media and video projects.
- Actively participated in film festivals, networking events, panel discussions, sharing insights into filmmaking process while expanding professional connections.
- Addressed creative director's notes and prepared projects for final delivery.
- Oversaw post-production editing, special effects, music selection and performance's overall tone.
- Teamed with other production staff to collaborate on final production products and project timelines.
- Conducted numerous rehearsals before film production to stimulate actors' emotions and creative side.
- Edited and directed episodic documentary content from assembly to final cut.
- Organized table reads and script workshops as part of pre-production process to optimize storytelling potential in each project.
- Successfully collaborated with other departments and outsourced independent vendors.
- Managed film budgets effectively, ensuring all resources were allocated efficiently.
- Completed editing by cutting and arranging footage to create final versions of films.
- Completed pre-production planning such as setting budgets, hiring crew, and cast members and obtaining permits.
- Approved decoration and furnishing for sets to create desired visual styles.
- Approved designs for actors to create stylist wardrobes suited to each film.
- Directed actors and crews to create vision for films and bring scripts to life.
- Used dialogue, sound effects and music to create soundscapes for films.
- Created infrastructure and directed implementation of post-production workflows.
- Produced marketing videos to help businesses increase revenue.
- Produced entertainment and lifestyle news reports, music videos and commercials.
- Utilized lighting, camera angles and movement to create visual styles of films.
- Coordinated with production team, producer and director to pinpoint creative vision, determine technical needs, and devise shooting schedule.
- Managed client contact, shoot scheduling and product deliveries.
- Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.
- Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions.
- Observed tight deadlines and strict budgetary controls to avoid waste and streamline costs.
- Maintained positive relationships with producers, ensuring projects stayed on schedule and within budget constraints
- Mentored aspiring filmmakers, fostering their creative growth and providing guidance on industry best practices
- Directed award-winning films by collaborating with talented cast and crew members
- Actively participated in film festivals, networking events, panel discussions, sharing insights into the filmmaking process while expanding professional connections
Associate Director / Associate Producer
Netflix
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Led teams of up to 80+ personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
- Established strong relationships with key industry partners, creating mutually beneficial opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Oversaw annual budget planning processes, ensuring financial goals were met while maintaining optimal resource allocation across departments.
- Managed cross-functional teams for multiple large-scale projects, successfully completing each on time and within budget constraints.
- Improved overall team efficiency by streamlining project management processes and implementing new collaboration tools.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on professional development opportunities and career progression paths within the company.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms with vendors and suppliers, resulting in significant cost savings without sacrificing service or quality standards.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making strategies, leading to more informed business choices and positive outcomes.
- Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations while adapting to changes in legislation or best practices as needed.
- Communicated all capacity, sourcing and technology gaps with upper management.
- Reduced operational costs by identifying inefficiencies and implementing cost-saving measures in various departments.
- Utilized advanced analytics tools to identify trends in consumer behavior, informing future product development plans.
- Trained and developed department leaders and management staff for specific projects and ongoing operational needs.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to share innovative ideas and providing resources for professional development.
- Actively participated in industry conferences and networking events, increasing company visibility and creating valuable connections with peers.
- Enhanced employee performance through targeted training programs and regular feedback sessions, resulting in higher productivity levels.
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
- Assessed risks associated with team activities and implemented appropriate procedures to mitigate potential problems.
- Championed corporate social responsibility initiatives that enhanced company reputation while positively impacting local communities.
- Directed team focused on taking development projects through monetization and mass production.
- Verified supply chain conformance with production requirements by cultivating productive vendor relationships.
- Led team of 80+ professionals in special projects and daily operations.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Selected artists, directors and crew members to work on films, television shows and albums.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions that resulted in innovative ideas for new television shows or documentary films.
- Stepped in to handle additional tasks and duties during producer's absence.
- Booked talent and made travel arrangements.
- Ran meetings and gathered required documentation.
- Assisted in the development of creative concepts that led to increased audience engagement.
- Edited video, choosing appropriate shots matching perfectly with news stories.
- Determined editorial direction and content quality for each production.
- Oversaw post-production activities including video editing, sound mixing, color correction, and motion graphics creation to achieve high-quality final products.
- Coordinated schedules for talent and crew, optimizing resource allocation and reducing overtime costs.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors or external partners leading cost-effective deals beneficial for all parties involved.
- Hired and oversaw field crew for special events and location shoots.
- Maintained accurate records of production elements such as scripts, budgets, and schedules to ensure seamless project execution.
- Pitched new ideas and arranged interviews and acquisition of footage for stories.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create promotional materials that boosted viewership numbers.
- Spearheaded research efforts for content development, resulting in well-informed productions.
- Assisted in creating detailed project proposals highlighting key objectives timelines expected outcomes winning trusted clients.
- Contributed to successful projects by coordinating with various teams and resolving communication issues.
- Created and managed production schedules.
- Reviewed and cleared archival footage and music.
- Maintained documentation such as releases and riders.
- Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
- Monitored production and evaluated performance against set targets, making adjustments to areas of weakness.
- Hired, trained and managed production staff and crew members to build highly qualified team and boost overall performance.
- Collaborated with marketing and advertising teams to achieve successful launch of projects.
- Coordinated with vendors to obtain supplies needed for shoots at best value for money.
- Improved production company operations and profitability by applying new technologies and fostering evolution of production standards.
- Enforced adherence with safety regulations and industry standards to keep productions compliant.
- Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.
- Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
- Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions.
- Found appropriate stories and ideas for programming to engage target audiences and hook advertisers.
- Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
- Directed work of lighting and sound crews to coordinate efficient production operations.
- Reviewed scripts to determine most appropriate methods to use for directing both actors and crew members.
- Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
- Observed tight deadlines and strict budgetary controls to avoid waste and streamline costs.
- Evaluated scripts to identify creative strategies and resource needs.
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
- Oversaw lighting, graphics, audio and camera movements in TV and movie filmmaking.
- Alleviated issues between actors on set to keep projects on track and avoid delays or budget overages.
Assisstant Director
Tadpole Films
02.2016 - 09.2022
- Conducted rehearsals with actors to refine performances and enhance character development.
- Directed award-winning films by collaborating with talented cast and crew members.
- Independently conceptualized timelines, storyboards and themes of video projects.
- Set budgets, travel itineraries and timelines and maintained call sheets.
- Orchestrated license agreements for music and footage, talent releases, and distribution contracts.
- Alleviated issues between actors on set to keep projects on track and avoid delays or budget overages.
- Booked guests for on-air interviews and assigned stories to reporters to manage coverage and schedule needs.
- Collaborated with network executives to define and propel organization's mission and vision.
- Oversaw lighting, graphics, audio and camera movements in TV and movie filmmaking.
- Evaluated scripts to identify creative strategies and resource needs.
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
- Reviewed scripts to determine most appropriate methods to use for directing both actors and crew members.
- Directed work of lighting and sound crews to coordinate efficient production operations.
- Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
- Found appropriate stories and ideas for programming to engage target audiences and hook advertisers.
- Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
- Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions.
- Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.
- Managed client contact, shoot scheduling and product deliveries.
- Coordinated with production team, producer and director to pinpoint creative vision, determine technical needs, and devise shooting schedule.
- Utilized lighting, camera angles and movement to create visual styles of films.
- Produced entertainment and lifestyle news reports, music videos and commercials.
- Created infrastructure and directed implementation of post-production workflows.
- Used dialogue, sound effects and music to create soundscapes for films.
- Approved designs for actors to create stylist wardrobes suited to each film.
- Directed actors and crews to create vision for films and bring scripts to life.
- Completed pre-production planning such as setting budgets, hiring crew, and cast members and obtaining permits.
- Completed editing by cutting and arranging footage to create final versions of films.
- Collaborated effectively with writers, refining scripts to ensure compelling storylines and authentic dialogue.
- Produced marketing videos to help businesses increase revenue.
- Observed tight deadlines and strict budgetary controls to avoid waste and streamline costs.
- Approved decoration and furnishing for sets to create desired visual styles.
- Mentored aspiring filmmakers, fostering their creative growth and providing guidance on industry best practices.
- Operated industry-standard cameras, lighting, and photography equipment and various job-related computer software.
- Conducted numerous rehearsals before film production to stimulate actors' emotions and creative side.
- Addressed creative director's notes and prepared projects for final delivery.
- Actively participated in film festivals, networking events, panel discussions, sharing insights into the filmmaking process while expanding professional connections.
- Adapted well to unforeseen challenges during production, implementing creative solutions that allowed projects to continue without compromising artistic vision.
- Collaborated with composers to decide on musical scores and select music for final film.
- Scheduled filming days and weekends, from pre-production meetings to final edits.
- Chose locations and settings for individual scenes, angles of cameras and gestures used by actors
- Oversaw post-production editing, special effects, music selection and performance's overall tone.
- Successfully collaborated with other departments and outsourced independent vendors.
- Established a unique visual style for each project by working closely with cinematographers and production designers.
- Motivated actors to produce best dramatic performance with strong coaching and mentoring.
- Maintained high department standards in production of media and video projects.
- Teamed with other production staff to collaborate on final production products and project timelines.
- Edited and directed episodic documentary content from assembly to final cut.
- Managed film budgets effectively, ensuring all resources were allocated efficiently.
- Created engaging behind-the-scenes content for promotional purposes, showcasing the filmmaking process from pre-production to release.
- Exported final products onto DVD disks, Internet and other electronic media formats.
- Selected talented cast members through extensive audition processes, assembling diverse ensembles that contributed to each film''s success.
- Implemented innovative marketing strategies for film releases, generating buzz and driving ticket sales.
- Championed diversity both in front of and behind the camera by promoting inclusive casting decisions and hiring practices.
- Reviewed all daily work with producers, creative director of video and other stakeholders.
- Maintained positive relationships with producers, ensuring projects stayed on schedule and within budget constraints.
- Kept up to date with industry trends and technologies, incorporating new techniques into projects as appropriate to enhance the overall filmmaking experience.
- Developed strong communication skills to convey artistic vision clearly to cast and crew members.
- Enhanced storytelling quality through meticulous script analysis and development.
- Interpreted scripts to understand overall story and narrative style.
- Managed casting and selected shot locations.
- Assigned tasks to assistant editors and interns to improve video production.
- Collaborated with creative directors and producers to plan, coordinate, and execute complex video productions.
- Ensured high-quality sound design by partnering with audio engineers throughout the filmmaking process.
- Successfully conveyed story through compelling long- and short-form videos.
- Oversaw post-production process, collaborating with editors to shape the final cut of each film.
Assistant Director
Stimulus Productions Worldwide
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Planning and execution of film projects.
- Film planning and scheduling, brainstorming on scripts with directors and producers, and coordinating meetings with wardrobe stylists and other department heads.
- Maintaining film breakdowns and rehearsal schedules, collaborated with location managers for scouting, and supported talent coordinators with casting
- With the use of strong organizational and communication skills, I ensured seamless execution of projects, working closely with the director, producer, and production team to bring creative visions to life.
Team Lead, Marketing
Marksman, Bullseye, Impact
02.2010 - 07.2014
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
- Established clear performance metrics for the team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Influenced positive change within the organization through strategic thinking, innovation, problem-solving abilities, and consistent leadership style.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Increased customer satisfaction by ensuring timely completion of projects and adherence to high-quality standards.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Led cross-functional teams for successful project execution while maintaining strong collaboration among team members.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Conducted regular progress reviews with individual team members to identify areas for improvement and provide guidance on career development opportunities.
- Developed succession planning strategies to ensure continuity of leadership within the team and facilitate smooth transitions during organizational changes.
- Created detailed project plans outlining goals, timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure alignment with company objectives.
- Nurtured long-term partnerships with clients by understanding their needs accurately, delivering projects on time, and providing exceptional customer support.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
- Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
- Held weekly team meetings to inform team members on company news and updates.
- Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
- Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
Education
Master of Science - Film Making & T.V Production
Punjab University (P.U)
Lahore, Pakistan08.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism & Sociology
Punjab University (P.U)
Lahore, Pakistan08.2011
Skills
Concept Development
Languages
Urdu
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
Ad Film Director
Freelancer Director
07.2023 - Current
Associate Director / Associate Producer
Netflix
09.2022 - 12.2023
Assisstant Director
Tadpole Films
02.2016 - 09.2022
Assistant Director
Stimulus Productions Worldwide
01.2015 - 01.2016
Team Lead, Marketing
Marksman, Bullseye, Impact
02.2010 - 07.2014
Master of Science - Film Making & T.V Production
Punjab University (P.U)
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism & Sociology
Punjab University (P.U)
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