ABDELLAH KHANANI
Filmmaker and video editor in Bolzano
An Italy-based independent filmmaker 
and visual creator, specialising in helping brands, artists 
and events turn their ideas into impactful visual stories 
and cinematic experiences.
Latest portfolio
Concert photography
× Abde
Behind thescenes
Shot with Ray-Ban Meta glasses while the camera was already working, at the Forum in Assago and the arena in Jesolo.
What I do
- 01Brand content
Producing visual content that strengthens your identity.
- 02Video editing
Transforming footage into dynamic, emotional visuals.
- 03Event shooting
Capturing energy, emotion and atmosphere live.
- 04Short films
Crafting cinematic stories from concept to screen.
- 05Webcam overlays
Designing unique animated webcam scenes for creators.
Across personal content and collaborations I contributed to through editing, direction or creative input.
Press, media & coverage
Hope received significant media attention and multiple festival acknowledgments, both in Italy and abroad. The project stood out for its emotional depth and visual identity, earning visibility across major regional outlets and international competitions.
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On-site interview and feature segment on RAI 3- Alto AdigeFull-page article dedicated to the film
- NBCRadioInterview as winner of the Student Film Festival
- Alto AdigeInnovazioneCoverage, alongside further regional outlets
- Festival Studentesco di CinematografiaOfficial winner · 2023
- Fuoricampo FilmFestOfficial finalist · 2023
- Lift-Off Filmmaker SessionsOfficial finalist · 2023
- Student World Impact Film FestivalOfficial finalist · 2023
- United Kingdom and United StatesSuper finalist
- RomeFinal selection at major screenings
These recognitions strengthened the film’s reach and marked a key milestone in my growth as a young filmmaker, opening the door to further creative and festival opportunities.
See the filmI'm Abdellah Khanani. I merge engineering logic with creative direction.
An independent filmmaker and video editor based in Bolzano, Italy.
I use responsive storytelling and visual design to keep consistency and impact across every format and platform. I experiment with unconventional camera work and narrative pacing, always looking for new ways to connect with an audience, from brand collaborations to live events.
DaVinci Resolve Studio
99%After Effects
98%Photoshop
92%Premiere Pro, CapCut and Figma
80%- 2018 / present
Freelance filmmaker and video editor
Independent, self-employed
Producing, directing and editing visual content for brands, artists and creators. Managing the entire workflow from concept and shooting to final delivery across multiple platforms.
- 2023 / present
Content creator and creative collaborator
Social media and brand projects
Involved in the ideation, filming and editing of viral content exceeding 47 million views alongside teams of creators.
- 2024 / in progress
Computer scientist
unibz, Free University of Bolzano · Università Guglielmo Marconi
Computer Science studies in progress between the two universities, developing analytical and technical skills and combining engineering principles with creativity to approach filmmaking with precision and structure.
- June 2026
Invited talent for adidas Terrex
With The Pill at Lavaredo Ultra Trail
Invited by adidas to try the Terrex Agravic trail shoes on the shakeout run with The Pill, and to share the experience on Instagram.
- Ongoing
Technical and visual innovator
Personal projects and experiments
Exploring new techniques in visual design, VFX and digital storytelling, merging engineering logic with creative direction to craft unique visual experiences.
@abdellah_khanani
“Working with Abde is always smooth. He understands exactly what I want, adds his own touch, and turns simple ideas into something that stands out.”
TeknoydContent creator