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Zahid A.

Video Ad Strategist | 100+ Brands | UGC & Cinematic Ads that Convert

5+ Years | 100+ Brands | 100M+ Views I create high-performing cinematic ads and UGC campaigns that hook fast, feel authentic, and convert attention into results. I’m Zahid Ali Tahir, a Video Ad Strategist and Creative Media Specialist with 5+ years of experience working with 100+ brands across lifestyle, fashion, tech, and supplements. My work has generated 100M+ views and supported brand growth through performance-focused storytelling, platform-native ad creatives, and clear conversion intent. 📈 What I Do Best • Cinematic Video Ads – Hook-driven, product-focused ads built for paid performance • UGC & Creator-Style Ads – Authentic, scroll-stopping content for TikTok & Reels • Brand Storytelling – Emotion-led visuals that build trust and brand recall • Platform-Native Ad Creatives – Optimized for TikTok, Instagram Reels, Facebook Ads, and YouTube Shorts • Creative Direction & Scriptwriting – From concept to final cut, aligned with campaign goals 🛠 Tools & Production Stack Editing & Motion: Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Adobe Audition AI & Visual Enhancement: Runway Gen-4, Veo, Imagine Art, Higgsfield Cameras & Gear: Sony A6400 (10–18mm, 30mm), DJI Mini 4 Pro, DJI RS3 Gimbal Lighting & Studio: Amaran 300c RGB + Spotlight SE, Godox SL-60, 90cm Softbox, RGB fills, multi-color backdrops Audio: Rode VideoMic Pro, Hollyland Lark M2 Workflow & Ads: Notion, Trello/Asana, Meta Ads Manager, Google Workspace 🔥 Selected Work & Campaign Highlights • Vitav UK Brand Film (via ClipFlip Studio) – Multi-phase cinematic + CGI campaign (Big Bang → Earth → Ingredients → Capsule) • Zerolifestyle WavePro & Luna Campaigns – TikTok/Meta ads generating 50M+ combined views and strong CTRs • Audionic Airbuds Campaigns – High-energy lifestyle ads with drone + match-cut storytelling • Neuhauss Switzerland Hotel Film – Cinematic hospitality storytelling for international brand • Gelani Garments Premium Launch – 6-month campaign including ads, 120+ product photos, influencer content, and 3D visuals • Scents N Stories & Inhal Pakistan – Fragrance ads blending sensory visuals and emotional narrative 💼 Experience Founder & Creative Director | ClipFlip Studio (2025–Present) Leading creative direction and ad production for fashion, tech, and supplement brands. Delivering cinematic ads, UGC campaigns, product photography, and 3D-enhanced visuals through scalable systems. Creative Head | Flame On (2024) Managed monthly content strategy and production pipelines. Creative Director | Audionic (2024) Led multiple high-performing ad campaigns across audio and accessory products.

🇵🇰Abbottabad, Pakistan$30/hr100% JSS5.00 (2)Since Feb 2022
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Earnings and projects

MRR
$478

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#79,902 / 412k
🇵🇰Country#9,992 / 52.9k
Revenue, last 30 days
$398

Last 6 months: $2.9k

World#68,693 / 412k
🇵🇰Country#8,812 / 52.9k
Total earnings
$4.6k

Billed in all: $4.8k

World#262,346 / 412k
🇵🇰Country#30,302 / 52.9k
Per project
$653

$955 in the last 6 months

World#158,731 / 412k
🇵🇰Country#15,745 / 52.9k
Projects, last 6 months
3
0% fixed100% hourly
World#66,482 / 412k
🇵🇰Country#13,400 / 52.9k
Projects in all
7

Across 8 contracts

50% fixed50% hourly
World#236,191 / 412k
🇵🇰Country#38,061 / 52.9k

Earnings, last 30 days

$4.8k+$398 earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$4.4k$4.6k$4.8k$5.0kOct 9Oct 24Nov 8

Skill rankings: Top 17% in Content Creation

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  7. #555Creative Direction2,705 freelancers · 🇵🇰 #22Top 21%
  8. #653Video Ad2,818 freelancers · 🇵🇰 #206Top 23%