ABOUT COSMOPOL

Cosmopol Media is a creative agency, media platform, and consultancy centred around contemporary culture, storytelling, and image-making. With an editorial mindset and a strong visual language, the studio develops work that feels sharp, considered, and relevant across every medium it touches. Founded by a collective of creatives from branding, production, strategy, and media, Cosmopol combines years of industry experience with a refined approach to narrative and direction. The work is grounded in clarity, strong aesthetics, and thoughtful execution — whether through campaigns, films, publications, brand identities, or cultural projects. While visual cues often draw from the worlds of automotive, design, fashion, travel, and music, the focus has never been confined to a single industry. Cosmopol approaches every subject through the lens of taste, perspective, and storytelling — creating work that feels contemporary, human, and built with intention.

KEY VISIONARIES

Cosmopol is led by a core team of creatives and strategists across direction, storytelling, and visual production. With a shared approach to clarity and craft, the team works collectively to shape ideas into thoughtful, well-executed outcomes.

  • Creative Director

    Qayyum Roslan is a Kuala Lumpur–based creative director who blends strong aesthetics with purposeful storytelling. Since starting his career as a graphic designer in 2016, he has developed a distinctive approach to visual communication—creating work that is impactful, memorable, and strategically driven. His philosophy combines contemporary thinking with narrative depth, guided by a consistent eye for aesthetics that defines his creative identity.

  • Photo Editor

    Ahmad Yusni is a distinguished photojournalist and Senior Editor at Cosmopol Media, bringing veteran expertise from his years covering global conflicts and major events for the European Pressphoto Agency (EPA). He oversees the agency’s visual standards, leveraging his mastery of high-stakes environments to ensure every project delivers authentic, unfiltered storytelling with technical precision. Beyond his technical role, Yusni is a specialist in emotive documentary work, known for an "invisible" approach that captures intimate, unscripted human moments. As an editor, he excels at refining complex narratives into compelling visual identities, ensuring that every piece of content fosters a deep, meaningful connection between the subject and the audience.

  • DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY (DOP)

    Hisamudin Sakor is a Director of Photography with a background in graphic design and visual storytelling, shaped by his studies at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM). His work is defined by a strong sense of composition and clarity, combining technical skill with a thoughtful visual approach to create engaging and effective imagery.

    With experience across roles as a graphic designer, video editor, art director, and freelance camera operator, he brings a well-rounded perspective to every project. His ability to handle camera work, sound recording, and post-production allows him to deliver cohesive visuals, translating ideas into clear and compelling visual stories.

  • Independent Project Director

    Syed Iskandar bin Syed Mustafa Kamal is a cultural practitioner and public engagement specialist currently serving as Head of Inclusive Programs at the SDG Centre Kuala Lumpur under URBANICE Malaysia. With over a decade of experience across museum work, cultural programming, and community engagement, his practice focuses on bridging heritage, creative expression, and public diplomacy through inclusive and participatory platforms. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Visual Arts from the University of Washington and a professional certification in Museum Studies from Northwestern University. Syed Iskandar has worked on a range of international and community-based initiatives, including collaborations under U.S. Embassy-supported programs and cultural exchanges. He is currently one of the few American Alliance Museums members in Malaysia.

  • Technology Advisor

    A technology advisor with deep expertise in ICT and digital transformation, guiding organisations across mobile, web, VR/AR, and enterprise solutions. He focuses on aligning technology with business goals, helping turn ideas into scalable, practical solutions that drive growth and efficiency. Known for bridging technical insight with strategic thinking, he works closely with multidisciplinary teams to streamline processes and implement innovative systems. His approach centres on delivering solutions that enhance user experience while strengthening overall organisational performance.