Accounts and Field operations
Qamber Ali
Producer
Karachi
Summary
Innovative Producer with 18 years of experience in all aspects of video production. Visionary business operations manager with demonstrated to take an idea from concept to delivery to produce entertaining and inspiring pieces. Collaborative in working closely with strategic and creative teams to develop and produce quality video content. Expertise in preproduction logistics, planning, production, custom graphics composition, special effects and asset management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Line Producer
H2o
Karachi, SD
02.2010 - Current
- Monitored production costs to keep in line with approved budget.
- Analyzed scripts, determined cost of production and broke down screenplay into schedules.
- Worked with director, production manager and department head to prepare film's final budget, shooting schedule and production dates.
- Worked with director, production manager and department heads to prepare final budgets, shooting schedules and production dates.
- Revised schedules and control expenses to keep project on time and within budget.
- Liaised with studio, crew and producers while effectively addressing on-location crises and issues.
- Obtained insurance for production and managed pre-production processes.
- Estimated budgets and production expenses for project using careful analysis.
- Developed budgets for producers to establish funding requirements.
- Projected costs for crew salaries, equipment rentals, insurance, wardrobe, set design and location filming.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Maintained maximum organization and productivity by properly sorting project components on work tables.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Assembled and installed products on production lines according to established guidelines.
- Maintained machinery to prevent overloads and avoid malfunctions.
Line Producer
Giraffe Pvt (Coke Studio Season 14 And 15)
Karachi, SD
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Monitored production costs to keep in line with approved budget.
- Analyzed scripts, determined cost of production and broke down screenplay into schedules.
- Worked with director, production manager and department head to prepare film's final budget, shooting schedule and production dates.
- Worked with director, production manager and department heads to prepare final budgets, shooting schedules and production dates.
- Developed budgets for producers to establish funding requirements.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Maintained maximum organization and productivity by properly sorting project components on work tables.
- Trained new employees on production line machinery for maximum output and safety.
- Inspected and adjusted work performed to meet expectations.
- Monitored machinery to identify concerns, make corrections, or report complex problems.
- Maintained machinery to prevent overloads and avoid malfunctions.
Project Manager
9.8 Films
Karachi, SD
01.2006 - 10.2023
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
Line Producer
Formula Films
Karachi, SD
06.2016 - 07.2021
- Monitored production costs to keep in line with approved budget.
- Analyzed scripts, determined cost of production and broke down screenplay into schedules.
- Worked with director, production manager and department head to prepare film's final budget, shooting schedule and production dates.
- Worked with director, production manager and department heads to prepare final budgets, shooting schedules and production dates.
- Estimated budgets and production expenses for project using careful analysis.
Producer
Brand Talkies
Karachi, SD
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
- Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas, and segments.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
- Maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures.
- Hired, trained and managed production staff and crew members to build highly qualified team and boost overall performance.
- Developed production plans and organized resources to achieve prompt delivery of projects.
- Monitored production and evaluated performance against set targets, making adjustments to areas of weakness.
- Booked guests for on-air interviews and assigned stories to reporters to manage coverage and schedule needs.
- Oversaw lighting, graphics, audio and camera movements in TV and movie filmmaking.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jamia Millia Collage
Karachi 02.2001 - 01.2003
No Degree - Diploma in Accounting
Lawrence Technical
Karachi 03.2004 - 03.2006
Skills
Team coordination
Budget preparation
Film production
Location scouting
Crew monitoring
Live production and sitcom experience
Digital video production process
Budgetary control
Project coordination
Video production oversight
Pre- and post-production proficiency
Field production
Schedule Management
Interests
Timeline
Line Producer
Giraffe Pvt (Coke Studio Season 14 And 15)
05.2023 - 10.2023
Producer
Brand Talkies
05.2018 - 05.2019
Line Producer
Formula Films
06.2016 - 07.2021
Line Producer
H2o
02.2010 - Current
Project Manager
9.8 Films
01.2006 - 10.2023
No Degree - Diploma in Accounting
Lawrence Technical
03.2004 - 03.2006
High School Diploma -
Jamia Millia Collage
02.2001 - 01.2003