Sohail Arjmand is a photographer, filmmaker, advertising consultant, and university lecturer with over five decades of experience in visual storytelling.

His journey began at the age of twelve, when he received his first photography lesson from a friend and started working with an analog medium-format camera that had belonged to his father. What began as curiosity soon developed into a lifelong commitment to photography and cinema.

In 1986 (1365), he joined the Iranian Youth Cinema Association and began producing short films. During this period, he received several awards, including the Crystal Leaf for Best Cinematography at the 10th National Festival of Young Cinema.

Photography and filmmaking gradually became his professional focus. He pursued academic studies in photography, later earning a Master’s degree in Photography from the University of Art in Tehran. Alongside his artistic practice, he has been actively involved in education, teaching photography at universities and professional institutions. He has also participated in numerous photography festivals both as an exhibiting artist and as a jury member.

Arjmand is the author of Basic Photography, published by Sako Publications, and Storytelling for Photojournalists, published by Pilleh Publications. Several of his other works are currently in translation and will be released soon.

His international experience includes years of professional activity in Dubai Media City, where he served as Creative Director in film and advertising. During this time, he collaborated with mass media organizations and international advertising agencies, expanding his expertise to meet global production standards.

Currently based in Tehran, Sohail Arjmand collaborates with advertising agencies, film production companies, universities, and educational institutions. He also conducts private courses and professional workshops in photography and visual storytelling.