Award Winning

Cinematographer

Film Director

Photographer

FujiFilm Ambassador

About me

I’m Maryam Abdulghaffar. I picked up my first camera at the age of 9 years old, and have been attached to it ever since. I love capturing the true essence of things and showcase them through my lens.

My curious nature and passion for photography landed me some unique opportunities to showcase my work and be part of some exciting projects. My earliest exposure was when I was undergoing my Bachelor’s degree at the University of Toledo (USA) (2009-2013), I was selected to complete a three months photography program of which, I was able to land three independent photography projects at Ohio State. I was selected to enter the American Film show case to film documentaries and I was trained to become a film director.

My goal, is to continue creating art behind the camera!

Previous Projects

Commercial Projects

Director, DOP & Editor

Film Projects

Director

Director, DOP, Editor

DOP

Other Projects

Director, DOP & Editor

Photography

About me:

Work Experience

Self Employed Director and DOP

Imprint Production - 2022 to Present

Videographer & Photographer

Maryam Abdulghaffar Media - 2011 to 2021

Education

Cinematography Program

Raindance Film School - 2024

Documentary Film Showcase

University of Cinematic Arts - 2021

National Film & Television School

Production Managment for Documentaries - 2024

Digital Photography Certification

eCornell University - 2021

Masters in HR

Depaul University, USA - 2017

BS in Marketing and HR

University of Toledo Ohio, USA - 2013

Awards

Middle East Women Leaders Award

  • Best Women Leader in Media industry 2023

TAKT Film Festival 2022

  • 3rd place best short music documentary

1st Monthly Film Festival 2022

  • Best Short Documentary

  • 2nd Best Film Director

Chromatic Award

  • Best Fashion Photograph 2021

  • Best Food Photograph 2020

Aswan Film Festival

  • Honourable Mention

Monthly Future of Films Award

  • Best Director

1st Monthly Film Festival 2023

  • Best Horror Film

  • Best Cinematographer

  • Best Actor

  • Best Short Documentary

Los Angeles Film Festival 2023

  • Best Short Documentary

Contact Us

Email
maryamabdulghaffar.bh@gmail.com

Phone
+973-33663773

Location
Imprint Production - Janabiya