Mujtaba Manzoor
cinematographer, editor
Lisbon / PO
details
details
trackrecord
Some of my key projects include Kundalshahi, a docufiction exploring a mythical story and an endangered language in a remote Kashmiri village; 9000 Miles, a travel documentary that shows culture and identity of the overall Pakistani scape; and A Poetic Letter to Hyderabad, a poetic documentary of the city’s life and representation through its people and everyday rhythms. Each project reflects my ongoing interest in documenting culture, life, and identity through a personal and poetic lens.
awards
Winner, Nasser Bin Hamad Youth Creativity Award (2021) — A Poetic Letter to Hyderabad
Honourable Mention, Student World Impact Film Festival — 9000 Miles (SWIFF6069)
Student Judge, Student World Impact Film Festival — 9000 Miles
Semifinalist, Serbest International Film Festival — 9000 Miles (SIFF3864)
Official Selection, Egyptian International Film Festival — 9000 Miles and Kundalshahi (EAFF2903) (EAFF2904)
Official Selection, Lift-Off First-Time Filmmaker Sessions (Volumes 10, 11, 12, and 13) — 9000 Miles (FTAMBER11565)(SEGREEN9424)(SARED43899)(FTRED37758)
Honourable Mention, Student World Impact Film Festival — 9000 Miles (SWIFF6069)
Student Judge, Student World Impact Film Festival — 9000 Miles
Semifinalist, Serbest International Film Festival — 9000 Miles (SIFF3864)
Official Selection, Egyptian International Film Festival — 9000 Miles and Kundalshahi (EAFF2903) (EAFF2904)
Official Selection, Lift-Off First-Time Filmmaker Sessions (Volumes 10, 11, 12, and 13) — 9000 Miles (FTAMBER11565)(SEGREEN9424)(SARED43899)(FTRED37758)
ask me for
You should contact me for assignments as a Cinematographer, Assistant Camera, Editor, or On-Set Sound Recordist — roles where I can contribute my technical precision and a strong sense of visual storytelling.
specifics
I grew up in Kashmir, a disputed region, which gave me a unique perspective on narrative polarization. I have experience creating documentaries and photo projects on low budgets, adapting to challenges on set, and handling multiple roles from camera to editing and sound. I am passionate about capturing moments that reflect the human spirit.
equipment
See Hardware Proficiency section for relevant proprietary equipment
hardware knowledge
Cameras: Sony FX3, Sony A7III, Sony A7IV, Panasonic S1 — experienced in operation, framing, and on-set workflows using cine prime and zoom lenses.
Sound Equipment: Zoom H6, lavalier microphones, boom, and shotgun microphones — skilled in on-set sound recording for documentaries and short films.
Sound Equipment: Zoom H6, lavalier microphones, boom, and shotgun microphones — skilled in on-set sound recording for documentaries and short films.
software knowledge
Adobe Premiere Pro – Skilled in video editing and post-production for documentaries and short films.
DaVinci Resolve – Proficient in editing and overall post-production workflow.
DaVinci Resolve – Proficient in editing and overall post-production workflow.
education
education
other education
| DocNomadsPlus (Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters Programme) Documentary | 2025-2027 |
| National College of Arts Documentary Bachelors in Film and Television | 2019-2023 |
employers
employers
| Akhuwat (https://akhuwat.org.pk/) Filmmaker Creative | 2024-2025 |
| COLABS (https://www.colabs.pk/) Media Associate Marketing | 2023 |
info
info
I am a documentary filmmaker and photojournalist from Kashmir, currently pursuing the Erasmus Mundus Master’s in Documentary Filmmaking (DocNomads). My work explores themes of culture, life, and identity through both film and photography. Growing up in Kashmir—amid the extremes of conflict and natural beauty—shaped my vision to seek narratives of contrast and to find identity within chaos. My films and photographs have been recognized internationally at festivals such as the Nasser Bin Hamad International Youth Creativity Award, Student World Impact Film Festival, Egyptian International Film Festival, and Serbest International Film Festival, for their portrayal of stories that celebrate the resilience of the human spirit.
contact
contact
discipline
discipline
Documentary, Short film