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Reflection of the Iranian flag in a subject's glasses — still from Arian Seyedi's documentary work

Cinematographer — Fayetteville & The Triangle, NC

Real moments.
No second takes.

Cinematic video and photography rooted in documentary instinct. Based in Fayetteville, serving Raleigh, Durham, Cary & beyond.

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Arian Seyedi looking out over a balcony Fayetteville, NC

Behind the camera

Story first.
Camera second.

I'm Arian — a filmmaker and cinematographer based in Fayetteville, NC. My work started with a camera and a story I needed to tell: the experience of Iranians living outside Iran. That documentary instinct shapes everything I shoot.

When I'm not on my own projects, I shoot portraits, events, and brand videos for people who care about how things look.

3+
Years shooting
NC
Based · Triangle available
Cinematic approach
Every project gets treated like a short film. Composition, light, and story — not just coverage.
Fayetteville + Triangle
Available in Fayetteville, Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, Wake Forest — weekends flexible.
Documentary instinct
Years of capturing real stories means I know how to find the frame that actually says something.

What I offer

The work
I do.

Grad & Portrait

Cinematic graduation photos and senior portraits. The kind of photos you'll actually want to look at in ten years.

Starting at $150 / hr

Event Coverage

Ceremonies, military milestones, celebrations. I capture what actually happened, not just what was posed.

Starting at $550

Brand Video

Short films for small businesses, restaurants, gyms. Content that looks like a movie trailer, not a promo clip.

Starting at $400

Got questions

Before you book.

Everything. Shooting, editing, and a full color grade in DaVinci Resolve. You get polished, ready-to-use files — not raw footage or unedited photos.
Photos are typically delivered within 3–5 business days. Videos within 7–10 business days. Need it faster? Ask about rush delivery when you reach out.
Yes — Fayetteville and the Triangle (Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, Wake Forest) are both covered at no extra charge. Heading further out like Charlotte or Wilmington? Just reach out and we'll figure it out.
Fill out the form below. Tell me what you're looking for and I'll get back to you within 24 hours to talk details and confirm everything.
Absolutely. Bring references, Pinterest boards, film stills — whatever gives me a feel for what you're after. The more context the better.
Life happens. Just give me at least 48 hours notice and we'll find a new date. Last-minute cancellations may be subject to a rebooking fee.
Yes. If you need your files sooner than the standard window, mention it when you book and we'll work something out.

Get in touch

Let's make
something real.

Tell me about your project and I'll put together a quote — usually within 24 hours.

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