Waref Abu Quba

Germany

Waref Abu Quba is a Syrian-German filmmaker and animator based in Germany. With over 15 years of experience, he brings stories to life by blending camera work, animation, and cutting-edge post-production techniques. From concept to final cut—directing, shooting, editing, and color correction—he handles every aspect of the filmmaking process.

Waref started his career as a graphic designer with a bachelor’s degree in art from Damascus University and has evolved into a filmmaker who likes to push boundaries and experiment with new ideas. He has an illustrious career, working with brands such as Mastercard, Mercedes-Benz, BMW and more; he was also nominated at festivals around the world, including but not limited to the Arab Film Festival 2016, the Cape Town & Winelands International Film Festival 2025, and he was awarded Best Film at the Zebra Poetry Film Festival 2019. He has also been featured in the Atlantic, PBS and i24News, among others.