About Us

BEHIND EVERYIMAGE IS A STORY.

We are IQ Media Arts. Passionate about film and photography, we tell stories, capture authentic moments and bring creative ideas to life.

Behind the scenes of a film production: camera crew filming a conversation.
On Set A moment behind the scenes at an IQ Media Arts production.
Our Philosophy

CREATIVE IDEAS.STRONG IMPACT.

We combine creative ideas with professional film and photography production. With a keen eye for detail, we create visual content that connects with audiences and leaves a lasting impact.

Founder

THE PERSONBEHIND THE IMAGES.

Founder of IQ Media Arts

Bahaa Abu-Iraq.

Bahaa Abu-Iraq has worked in visual storytelling since 2009. He began his career as a press photographer before moving into journalism, television, film and theatre, as well as cinematography and directing.

His artistic training in Iraq and professional qualifications in Germany complement many years of hands-on experience.

Through IQ Media Arts, his aim is to tell authentic stories, preserve special moments and bring creative ideas to life with a distinctive personal touch.

Bahaa on Instagram
Bahaa Abu-Iraq bei der Arbeit mit einer professionellen Filmkamera auf einem Gimbal.
Experience & Training

EDUCATIONQUALIFICATIONS.

Specialist knowledge backed by years of practical experience.

Since 2009 Experience in press photography, journalism, television, film, theatre, cinematography and directing.
01

Institute of Fine Arts – Iraq

Five years of artistic training leading to a diploma in audiovisual media, specialising in television.

02

Audiovisual Media Specialist – Germany

Successfully completed vocational training in audiovisual production.

03

SAE Institute – Film Production

SAE Diploma in Film Production, completed in March 2025.

Portrait of Bahaa Abu-Iraq, founder of IQ Media Arts.
Bahaa Abu-Iraq · Founder & Creative Director
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Let's Talk.

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