Abdul Kassamali is an American-born, Kenyan-raised filmmaker based out of Seattle.

Although classically trained as an electrical engineer, Abdul has been working in film for over a decade, taking an opportunity during an industry-wide layoff in the middle of the 2020 pandemic to pursue filmmaking full-time. Since then, he has worked on over $10 million worth of productions, working with clients such as REI, Brooks Running, BECU, State of Washington Tourism, Sounders FC, HOKA, The North Face, Patagonia, Eddie Bauer, Facebook, and Cut.

Abdul is an avid storyteller, focusing on work reflecting his life experience as a first-generation child of Kenyan immigrants in America. He frequently works alongside other artists to help share their stories with the world through film, and he finds a lot of joy in this work.

As a director, Abdul has cut his teeth in the music video realm, working with locally and globally known artists, including Yo-Yo Ma. This experience has allowed him to find comfort in working in high-pressure situations under a time crunch. He also has much experience as a documentary director, working with several outdoor brands on short commercial-branded documentaries.

As a producer, Abdul takes pride in running an efficient and well-organized production, ensuring that every stage—from pre-production through post-production—is executed smoothly. While based in Seattle, his work has taken him across the country, allowing him to build strong, lasting relationships with a wide network of talented crew members. Thanks to these connections, he can quickly assemble a well-meshed and highly skilled team, often within just a few days.

Beyond efficiency, Abdul is deeply committed to fostering diversity and inclusion on set, both in front of and behind the camera. Having frequently been the only person of color on set during his early days as a production assistant, he has a firsthand understanding of the importance of representation in the industry. However, he also recognizes the complexities and potential pitfalls of tokenism, striving to ensure that diversity is not just a checkbox but an authentic and meaningful part of the production process. By prioritizing both efficiency and inclusivity, Abdul creates an environment where creativity thrives and every team member feels valued.