HASSAN SAID
Los Angeles, CA |-|-
www.HassanSaid.com | linkedin.com/in/hassansaid | imdb.me/hassansaid
Professional Summary
Award-winning Creative Director, Producer, and Filmmaker with 20 years of global experience across
film, branded content, advertising, and digital storytelling. Skilled in managing multimillion-dollar
productions and micro-budget projects from concept through post-production. Experienced in
directing, writing, and producing for major clients, including Fortune 500 companies and broadcast
networks. Adept at leading remote and in-person teams, developing efficient production pipelines,
and delivering innovative, emotionally resonant visual narratives.
Professional Experience
Director, Executive Producer, and Writer | This Is Your Song, LLC — San Francisco and Los Angeles,
CA | Jan 2019 – Present
● Directed and produced the award-winning feature film 'THIS IS YOUR SONG', which set the
record for the longest single shot in American film history.
● Secured distribution across major platforms including Prime Video, Tubi, and YouTube.
● Oversaw creative vision, budget, scheduling, and full production lifecycle for a 97-minute
narrative feature.
Director and Producer | Colorfool Films — San Francisco Bay Area | Feb 2017 – Present
● Produced award-winning web, commercial, and documentary content, including the
environmental series INTO THAT GOODNIGHT, distributed by PBS and New Yorker Magazine..
● Managed full production cycles: budgets, staffing, tech workflows, archiving, and deliverables.
Executive Producer, Director, Writer | HassanSaid.com — Los Angeles, CA | Dec 2004 – Present
● Directed and produced commercial, film, and music video projects with budgets ranging from
micro to multi-million dollars.
● Negotiated union contracts and led production for campaigns with Unilever, Red Bull, Sony, AT&T,
and more.
Producer | Goodby Silverstein & Partners — San Francisco, CA | Feb 2022 – Jan 2023
● Produced broadcast, podcast, and social campaigns for Comcast, BMW, Liberty Mutual, Pepsi,
and more.
● Managed creative and account teams through entire project lifecycles.
Producer | Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain — Remote | Mar 2021 – Aug 2021
● Managed creative and logistical aspects of art-centered video production for international
distribution.
Producer | TeamViewer — Greater Los Angeles Area | Feb 2019 – Jun 2019
● Produced multiple commercials with global teams, managing budgets, locations, and
post-production deliverables.
Production Coordinator | PDK — Los Angeles, CA | Mar 2016 – Sep 2017
● Managed production logistics, crew, and vendors for campaigns including Red Bull content.
● Interfaced with agencies and clients on creative, budgets, and scheduling.
Cinematographer | Water Defence Documentary LLC — Santa Barbara, CA | Jul 2014 – Feb 2015
● Filmed documentary segments with Mark Ruffalo on U.S. water contamination, collaborating
with scientists and activists.
Production Specialist | Harvest Films — Santa Monica, CA | 2011 – 2015
● Supported sets and office coordination on commercial productions for GE, LG, and Toyota.
Director & Producer | Canyon Communications, LLC — Remote | Jul 2014 – Nov 2014
● Directed documentary 'Arabici' exploring Arab-American identities through arts and sports.
Production Specialist (Various) | Freelance — Los Angeles Metro | 2010 – 2013
● Worked with top commercial shops like MJZ, Tool, Radical, and Biscuit Filmworks on Old Spice,
Playstation, and Snickers ads.
Production Coordinator | The Kenwood Group — Los Angeles, CA | Nov 2010 – Nov 2012
● Coordinated Adobe MAX Expo events with tech teams and producers.
Production Manager | Amerigo Films — Los Angeles, CA | Jan 2010 – 2011
● Produced independent projects for Cisco, including casting, budgeting, and scheduling.
Editor | Independent Media Inc. — Santa Monica, CA | 2010 – 2011
● Edited reels for Oscar-winning cinematographers including Wally Pfister and Janusz Kamiński.
Director, Cinematographer & Editor | Goodby Silverstein & Partners — San Francisco, CA | Oct 2007
– Oct 2010
● Produced and edited content for major brands including Adobe, Yahoo, and Doritos.
● Directed winning pitch for DICKIES campaign.
Set Production Assistant | Universal Pictures — San Francisco, CA | Sep 2009 – Apr 2010
● Assisted on NBC’s 'Trauma' TV show under AD department.
Production Assistant | Focus Features — San Francisco, CA | Jan 2008 – Mar 2008
● PA for Gus Van Sant’s feature film 'Milk', starring Sean Penn.
Assistant Director | Etypical — California | Mar 2006 – Feb 2008
● Managed music video productions for bands including Set Your Goals and Jaymes Reunion.
Film Coach & Mentor | Christopher Coppola’s PAH*Nation Festival — California | 2008
● Mentored emerging filmmakers and students in Coppola’s digital storytelling program.
Unit Production Manager | Hierophant Media, Inc. — Remote | 2007
● UPM for web series 'Violent Jake', which premiered at the Independent Television Festival.
Technical & Creative Skills
Production Management • Film & Digital Directing • Creative Strategy • Budgeting & Scheduling •
Remote Collaboration • Adobe Creative Suite • DaVinci Resolve • Final Cut Pro • Avid Media
Composer • Frame.io • Microsoft Office • Google Suite • Social Media Content Production •
Multilingual: English, Arabic, French, Portuguese
Languages
English (Native/Bilingual), Arabic (Native/Bilingual), French (Limited), Portuguese (Elementary)
Education
Academy of Art University – B.A. Motion Picture & Television -)
Dutchess Community College – A.A. Communications & Media Arts -)
