Updated October 1, 2026
Music video director in NYC
Every Deadass Cinema video is directed by Omar Fasli, a New York City director and cinematographer. He works with rap, drill, R&B and pop artists across the five boroughs. Packages run from $1,200 to $7,500.
What the director does on your video
- Locks the concept with you. On Big Dog and Big Boss, the concept and the shoot date are set together when you book.
- Scouts the location. We pick the spot with you so the video looks like your world.
- Runs the shoot day. Shot list, framing, performance takes, and keeping the day on schedule.
- Cuts to the track. Omar was a music editor on the feature film Barbarian, and he edits to the beat.
- Writes a treatment before the shoot on Big Boss, so a manager or label can sign off.
Credits
- Barbarian, music editor
- The Recruit (Netflix), still photographer
- Spider-Man: No Way Home and Spider-Man: Far from Home, sound department
- New York Fashion Week, Runway 7 house cinematographer
The full list is on the About page and on IMDb (opens in a new tab).
What it costs to hire a music video director
- Lil Dog, $1,200: half-day shoot at one location. You bring the concept and the spot.
- Big Dog, $2,500 ($2,200 launch rate for the first 5 booked projects): one full shoot day, concept and scouting with the director, delivered in 5 business days.
- Big Boss, $7,500: up to 3 locations, a second camera operator and a lighting crew member, a written treatment, 3 vertical cutdowns and a behind-the-scenes reel.
Music video director FAQ
Who directs Deadass Cinema videos?
Omar Fasli directs every one. He is a New York City director and cinematographer whose credits include Barbarian, Netflix's The Recruit and two Spider-Man films.
How much does it cost to hire a music video director in NYC?
Our packages are $1,200 (Lil Dog), $2,500 (Big Dog, $2,200 at the launch rate for the first 5 booked projects) and $7,500 (Big Boss). Each is one flat price that includes the shoot, the edit and the color grade.
Does the director help with the concept?
Yes, on Big Dog and Big Boss. The concept and the shoot date are locked together when you book, and Big Boss includes a written treatment before the shoot. On Lil Dog you bring the concept.
How do I hire you?
Answer 8 quick questions at deadasscinema.com/start, get the plan that fits your song, then email us from your plan page to lock the concept and the shoot date.