MAKA UDDIN

Maka Uddin is a creative leader with 7+ years of experience in visual storytelling, brand development, and design. Specializing in creative direction for high-profile photoshoots with publications like Modern Luxury Riviera and Haute Living, Maka manages large-scale productions and campaigns, including $20,000 photoshoots and influencer marketing partnerships. They’ve worked with brands such as NuFace and The Skinny Confidential, driving successful product launches and social media content that garners 100,000+ views. Maka’s expertise spans graphic design, social media strategy, and event management, delivering impactful results that strengthen brand identity and engage audiences.

Campaign Launch | N8iV Beauty
Campaign Launch | Cymbiotika
Branding | Cymbiotika & N8iV Beauty
Producing | Cymbiotika
Campaign Launch | Cymbiotika
Campaign Launch | N8iV Beauty
Self-made

N8iV Beauty Photoshoot

Influencer Photoshoot

Publications

Serendipity

Shot by Christopher Kelly Productions

This video was Creative Directed/Produced by me for Founder/COO of Cymbiotika, Durana Elmi. This video is made to show a brief life-story recap for the Founder, and was shown in front of 600 people at the annual Afghan American Conference 2024.

Up-Scale Events

Influencer Bridal Shower

Shot by The Real Productions

Planned & coordinated the bridal shower for an influencer who’s social media reach is 1 million. I hired all vendors and ensured the aesthetic fit her brand identity. Part of my duties:

Vendor hiring
Maintaining brand identity
Coordination on-site

Modern Luxury Riviera Magazine Cover Launch Party

Shot by The Real Productions

Founder & COO of Cymbiotika was featured on a double-issue for the front cover of Modern Luxury Riviera Magazine. I planned and coordinated the front cover Reveal party we threw for the cover-girl as well as the Magazine Executives, and close VIP family/friends. Part of my duties:

Vendor scouting/hiring

Designed the step-and-repeat backdrop
Designed the flower arrangements/placements
Designed the ice sculpture
Designed all decorative pieces displayed

Casino Durana

Shot by The Real Productions

I planned this event from ideation to execution. This was a luxurious and vip birthday bash celebrating an influencer and her closest family/friends. Part of my duties:

Vendor hiring
Designing ice sculpture
Created custom drink menu

INC Magazine Founders 250 Party

Shot by The Real Productions

Founder & COO of Cymbiotika won an award by INC Magazine and was added to the list of top 250 female-owned companies in America. I planned this event from design concept to execution. Part of my duties: