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Hamed (Ed) Aleali

Cinematographer & Filmmaker  
I am Hamed (Ed) Aleali, cinematographer and filmmaker, based in Montreal. Graduated from Film Production program at Concordia University and driven by a passion for cinematography, I gain personal satisfaction in helping others capture their memories and tell their stories through a creative cinematographic eye. No matter which camera I am shooting on, I effectively use lighting and composition to tell stories visually.
 
During my studies, I had held numerous positions in production – from a grip and gaffer to editor, colorist, cinematographer and director.
 
Born in Iran in 1979, I was introduced to photography at the age of 12 when my father gave me a Lubitel TLR 120mm camera. Two years later, I set up a small darkroom in my house and since then I have not put down the camera. In 2006, I established my own studio in Iran and had more than 200 accomplished projects.
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My first academic major, computer engineering, has equipped me with computer skills which assisted me in becoming a quick learner in the digital world.
 
Till now, I have written and directed five short films and I have shot many commercials, corporate documentaries and short fiction films including VR projects. This experience gives me a wide range of knowledge on different camera systems that allow me to make an informed camera format choice based on the needs of the production.
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I am currently working as a post-production supervisor / colorist at EyeSteelFilm.
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Awards

Susan Schouten Award

Scholarship

Award

Concordia

Film 

Festival

Susan Schouten Documentary Film Award 

For overall achievement in filmmaking, 2017 

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CFF Best Documentary Film Award 

Concordia Film Festival, 2017.

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Scholarship Award 

Concordia University Alumni Association Inc. Scholarship,2016.

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