Durham-Based Cinematographer, Editor, and Video Production Services

IndyBrain Productions is a Durham, North Carolina–based cinematography and video production company led by Director of Photography Ish Abdelkhalek. We provide cinematography, editing, and color grading for commercials, branded content, documentaries, corporate video, and narrative projects throughout the Raleigh-Durham area and across North Carolina.

We work as both a full-service production partner and a high-level crew resource, integrating seamlessly into productions of any scale.

By Ish Abdelkhalek

Visual Storytelling

Cinematography Services

Our cinematography work is grounded in story, tone, and intentional design. Every decision from lighting and lens choice to camera movement supports the message and the audience.

Everything is Covered:

  • Commercial & branded content cinematography

  • Corporate and institutional video

  • Documentary films & docu-series

  • Narrative shorts and features

  • Studio interviews & multi-camera productions

  • Social and digital campaigns

We are comfortable working independently, alongside agencies, or as part of a larger production team.

Serving Durham, Raleigh & the Research Triangle

Based in Durham, NC, IndyBrain Productions works throughout Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Hillsborough, Research Triangle Park, and across North Carolina, with availability for regional and national travel.

If you’re searching for a Durham cinematographer, video editor in Durham NC, or a Raleigh-Durham video production partner, we’re here to help.