Ali Raza Taqui
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Cinematographer, Producer, and Grip with a deep understanding of production processes, quality control, and the management of complex workflows. Extensive experience in supervising cross-functional teams, maintaining equipment, and ensuring high-quality standards in fast-paced and high-pressure environments. Highly skilled in optimizing resources, improving processes, and maintaining compliance with operational and safety standards. Proven leadership in overseeing creative and technical aspects of projects, with a strong focus on meeting client specifications and regulatory guidelines.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Video Coordinator
New York State Legislative Assembly
07.2024 - Current
- Organized efficient shooting schedules, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing downtime on set.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless integration of video content into larger campaigns or initiatives.
- Implemented effective asset management systems, improving organization and accessibility of project files and resources.
- Conducted thorough research on project topics or industries, leading to well-informed and accurate video content creation.
Freelance Cinematographer & Producer
01.2010 - Current
- Supervised and coordinated high-end video production projects with a focus on maintaining high-quality standards and compliance with industry regulations
- Managed teams, optimized resources, and ensured adherence to safety protocols and operational guidelines during shoots
- Responsible for overseeing quality and safety of all crew operations, ensuring compliance with industry best practices
- Produced and directed multiple projects, ensuring that all visual and technical outputs met client specifications
- Managed equipment maintenance, including calibration, repairs, and regular checks on technical gear, ensuring flawless performance
Cinematographer & Gaffer / Grip
01.2010 - Current
- Oversaw technical operations, maintaining strict adherence to quality standards and safety protocols during shoots, including proper handling of equipment and ensuring safe working conditions
- Worked with clients like Google, Uber, CBS, and American Express to ensure compliance with project specifications and safety standards
- Optimized lighting, rigging, and equipment usage to meet the creative and technical needs of productions while maintaining efficiency and quality control
Producer - Feature Film - This Sucks
Tequila Mockingbird
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Led overall production from concept to completion, ensuring that safety, compliance, and quality standards were upheld across all phases of the project
- Supervised the production team, including quality control checks on materials, equipment, and processes
- Worked directly with creative personnel to maintain high standards and ensure artistic vision was achieved within regulatory constraints
Studio Technician / Cinematographer
Verizon Media
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Managed studio operations, including the maintenance and management of lab and production equipment, ensuring compliance with the studio guidelines
- Supervised daily operations, troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, and ensuring all processes met safety and quality standards
- Tracked and documented all work processes, maintaining accurate and detailed records for future reference
- Worked with internal teams to schedule work and maintain an organized workflow, ensuring the timely execution of all quality assurance tasks
- Led a team to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations across multiple productions
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - 3D Animation
International Academy of Design and Technology
Tampa, FL01.2007
Skills
- Quality Assurance & Control: Oversight of production processes, ensuring product quality and adherence to safety standards
- Team Leadership & Supervision: Managing teams to ensure compliance with SOPs, safety, and production goals
- Process Optimization: Streamlining workflows to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and meet production deadlines
- Equipment Maintenance & Compliance: Expertise in handling high-end technical equipment, ensuring calibration and regular maintenance
- Safety Compliance: Experience in adhering to safety protocols and ensuring a safe working environment
- Documentation & Reporting: Ensuring accurate and timely reporting of work documentation and maintaining records according to legal and organizational standards
- Analytical & Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail in monitoring production processes, evaluating quality standards, and improving operations
- Client communication
- Creative direction
- Storyboarding
- Lighting techniques
- Camera operation
- Scriptwriting
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Video Coordinator
New York State Legislative Assembly
07.2024 - Current
Producer - Feature Film - This Sucks
Tequila Mockingbird
01.2019 - 01.2020
Studio Technician / Cinematographer
Verizon Media
01.2016 - 01.2019
Freelance Cinematographer & Producer
01.2010 - Current
Cinematographer & Gaffer / Grip
01.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Fine Arts - 3D Animation
International Academy of Design and Technology
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