Tamer Shaaban

    Tamer Shaaban is an award-winning filmmaker and creative director with deep roots in Los Angeles and a passion for cinematic innovation. With a career that bridges Hollywood storytelling and cutting-edge technology, he has directed branded films and commercials for global names like Audi, Lamborghini, Microsoft, and Lay’s — earning a Clio Award for both directing and creative direction on the UEFA Champions League campaign, and two Gold Telly Awards for his emotionally charged Red Crescent blockbuster ad.

    A former UX Design Lead at Microsoft, Tamer led multi-million dollar experiences across Xbox and Augmented Reality, grounding his creative vision in strong technical fluency. Today, he integrates tools like Unreal Engine and AI filmmaking into his process, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible on screen.

    What sets Tamer apart is his mastery of cinematic language and the psychology of storytelling — crafting intentional, emotionally resonant shots that connect deeply with audiences. His work has premiered at the Austin Film Festival and earned recognition from prestigious programs like the CDDP and the Pillars Artist Fellowship, founded by Riz Ahmed and Mahershala Ali.

    Tamer continues to explore new ways to elevate narrative through tech and human insight, currently developing his first feature film while mentoring emerging talent across the Middle East.

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