About

With a career spanning over 25 years, Ari Hakim is a seasoned senior producer with a comprehensive understanding of commercial production. Having filmed on six continents and in more than 20 countries, Ari brings a wealth of global experience, seamlessly navigating diverse production environments and logistical challenges. From orchestrating complex city shutdowns—such as NYC on a Saturday night—to coordinating high-profile shoots with celebrity talent, executing intimate docu-style projects, or producing precision tabletop moments, Ari has done it all.

 

Ari is recognized for his collaborative, Zen-like approach, ensuring effective communication between all stakeholders. He excels at keeping clients delighted while bringing a director’s vision to life, balancing creative problem-solving, meticulous budgeting, and a relentless work ethic. His ability to adapt to any production scale and his talent for delivering high-quality content on time and on budget make him an invaluable asset to any project. From concept to completion, Ari’s expertise, foresight, and leadership ensure a smooth and efficient production process, making him indispensable to every stage of the filmmaking journey.

 

Clients

Lexus, Skyrizi, Penske, Ford, Home Depot, L’Oréal, Xtandi, Pfizer, USPS, Pizza Hut, Pepsi, USAA, Oculus, NBA, Marriott, Nikon, Microsoft, Chevrolet, State Farm, Mountain Dew, Ram Trucks, Fitbit, Sauza, Brawny, Clorox, Rexulti, UPMC, Chase, Holiday Inn, Liberty Mutual, ESPN, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Huggies, Bud Light, Callaway, Nissan, FDA, Bosch, First Midwest Bank, Sports Authority, Hillshire Farms, NBC Sports, Fiat, Bright House, EnergySavers.org.

 

Directors

James Coton, Aaron Stoller, Warren Fischer, Michael Downing, Zach Merck, Gabriela Cowperthwaite, Chris Wilcha, Joel Harmsworth, Tony Kaye, Guy Manwaring, Damien Luke Shatford, Matt Lenski, Jeffrey Plansker, Greg Popp, Michael Marantz, David Holm, The Fold, Dan Sackheim, Margaret Elman, Thomas Schauer, Jamie Travis, Paul Gay, Vicky Lawton, Josh Nussbaum, Gabe Spitzer, Josh Taft, Scott Weintraub, Tyler Manson, Amy Nicholson, Sam Smith, Tucker Walsh, Sean Fine, Anton Visser

Awards

Sports Emmy Award - Outstanding Digital Innovation - "Follow my Lead- The Story of the 2016 NBA Finals" NBA/ Oculus/ M ss ng P eces

 

Specialties

  • Line Producing

  • Bidding

  • Full Production Services