WE TURN BOLD VISIONS INTO CINEMATIC REALITY
"Octo Studio is a full-service creative production house in Dubai, crafting high-impact commercials, brand visuals, and digital stories."
The Heart Behind the Lens
"A Note from Our Founder"
"If 30 years in business taught me anything, it’s that logic alone rarely closes a deal. People connect with people. They choose brands they trust, stories they relate to, and feelings they remember.
For years, while navigating the corporate world, my camera was my creative escape. As my freelance work grew, so did a realization: so many great companies were struggling to show their true value because their visuals felt cold and disconnected.
That’s why OCTO Studio exists. We bridge the gap between business strategy and creative storytelling. We don't make content just to fill a grid; we craft purposeful visuals designed to build trust, spark real connection, and drive growth. At the end of the day, no matter how big we get, personal and human is our non-negotiable."
Ahmed Shehata
Founder & Creative Director, OCTO Studio
About OCTO Studio
"From Concept to the Final Cut."
At OCTO Studio, we believe great content should do more than look impressive.
It should make people stop, feel something, trust your brand, and ultimately take action.
We’re a Dubai-based creative studio crafting photography, videography, and cinematic stories that make people feel something. We know that today’s buyers make decisions with their hearts first and their heads second so we create visuals that feel undeniably real, premium, and human.
We don’t make content just to fill a grid. Whether it’s an ad campaign, product shoot, or brand film, we show up as true creative partners deeply invested in building your authority, earning trust, and driving actual revenue. We treat your brand like our own. Because when you win, we win.
Meet The Team
At OCTO Studio, we’re a passionate team that combines creativity, storytelling, and strategy to help brands grow through meaningful visual content. Because clients don’t just hire a studio, They hire the people behind it.
Founder & Managing Director
Ahmed Shehata
Bringing joy to people and creating moments that make them smile has been the heart of my work for more than three decades. Founding OCTO Studio and making a connection that brightens their day, was a natural extension of that passion a place where my corporate background meets soulful visual storytelling. For me, success isn't just about growing a business; it's about touching someone's heart, leaving a positive impression, and making a connection that brightens their day.
Marketing Manager
Yousef Ahmed
I believe the most successful sales partnerships are built on persistence, deep research, and the delivery of genuine value. My philosophy is to move beyond the transaction by engaging in meaningful conversations that identify a client’s core challenges and provide solutions that drive actual business results. Doing "right and well" is the bedrock of my approach.
Creative Visual Designer
Jayson Cagayunan
"We don't remember videos because of fancy transitions; we remember them because they made us feel something real. Over 11 years in visual design and editing, I’ve learned that the most powerful moments are often the quietest ones. At OCTO Studio, I craft the sound, color, and pacing until it feels like a warm conversation or a shared memory. My hope isn't that you admire the edit it's that you feel a deep, comforting connection that stays in your soul for a very long time."
Professional Photographer
Ross Sambilay
"I believe the best photos aren't staged they're felt. I believe people don't just connect with products or spaces; they connect with the feeling behind them. As a photographer at OCTO Studio, I help businesses share their story with quiet sophistication. With a strong eye for light, detail, and real emotion, I help businesses share their products, spaces, and stories in a way that feels genuine, inviting, and unforgettable."
Video Producer
Prince Muthuraja
"Videos shouldn't feel like advertisements; they should feel like a shared moment. At OCTO Studio, I produce commercial content and brand films designed to bridge the gap between businesses and real people. I'm deeply passionate about visual storytelling and audience emotion creating work that feels authentic, grounded, and purposeful. For me, every project is an opportunity to tell a story that touches someone's heart first, so that supporting your brand becomes the natural next step."
Sales Manager
Francis Comia
"I’m a people person who enjoys building genuine relationships and creating new opportunities. With a background in sales and business development, I love connecting with people, understanding what they need, and finding ways to help. I’m curious, always willing to learn, and I believe that good business starts with a good conversation."
Marketing and Growth Executive
Harleen Kaur
"Ever since I was little, creativity was never just a hobby for me, it was how I made sense of the world, whether through drawing, painting, or bringing ideas to life. Earning my MBA from the UK gave that artistic spark a strong strategic foundation. Today, as Marketing & Growth Executive at Octo Studio Dubai, I get to do what I love most: blending creative intuition with global business insight to shape stories and visuals that truly move people."