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Film production in Saudi Arabia

WHAT IF Creative Studio produces TV commercials, documentaries and brand films across Saudi Arabia, from Riyadh and Jeddah to the Red Sea coast. One team runs the whole job, from treatment and budget to shoot, edit and final delivery.

01

NAQUA – Of Water and Will

A documentary on NAQUA’s integrated aquaculture operation along Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast, from breeding and feed to harvest and processing.

02

Sports for All – Movement is the Start

Directed by Moe Najati for Webedia Group and filmed across the Kingdom, from Riyadh and Jeddah to Abha and the Empty Quarter.

03

MIXA – The Skin Experts Just Landed in Saudi Arabia

MIXA’s launch in Saudi Arabia, shot in Riyadh and built around a larger-than-life 3D activation at Nahdi Pharmacy.

For the Saudi market, shot in Dubai

When a shoot can’t travel, we build the Saudi look in the UAE.

04

Panda – Saudi National Team

Our first commercial for the Saudi market: Panda Hypermarket’s flagship film with the Saudi National Football Team, for Focus Advertising. Shot in Dubai.

05

stc – Air2Ground

A World Mental Health Day campaign for stc about the power of staying connected, even above the clouds. Shot in Dubai.

How we work

  • 01Brief & treatmentDirector options, creative approach and a clear budget.
  • 02Pre-productionCasting, locations, permits, wardrobe, art and schedule.
  • 03ShootCrew and equipment sized to the project.
  • 04Post-productionEdit, grade, sound and VFX, with clear review rounds.
  • 05DeliveryMasters and cut-downs for every platform.

Recognised by the industry

  • Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards — 2 Gold Dolphins, 2 Silver Dolphins
  • Dubai Lynx — Grand Prix and Bronze, It's Possible
  • Effie MENA — Silver, HSBC Sleepshopper
  • Promax Asia — Gold, Best Direction, Million's Poet
  • Webby Awards — Honoree

FAQ

Do you produce in Saudi Arabia?

Yes. We have produced across the Kingdom, from Riyadh and Jeddah to Abha, the Empty Quarter and the Red Sea coast.

Can one team run the whole production?

Yes. Our Dubai-based team handles the job from treatment and budget to shoot, post-production and final delivery.

Who have you worked with in Saudi Arabia?

Agencies such as Webedia Group, and brands and organisations including NAQUA, MIXA and Sports for All.

Do you offer post-production for Saudi projects?

Yes. Editing, colour, sound and VFX are available on our own productions and as a standalone service.

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