In this raw and unfiltered episode of Starborn, I sit down with filmmaker and creative strategist Jasim Haider to talk about what happens when you get close to fame – and then watch your life spiral down. We dive into ego, identity, and the quiet crash that can come after the highs of recognition, and how Jasim rebuilt his path through film, music, and service to others.

We also get into the craft side of filmmaking – from how he thinks about shot composition and documentary-style storytelling to building campaigns that actually convert for brands, artists, and political figures. With over a decade of experience shooting for clients like MTV, Microsoft, UN Women, PepsiCo, jazz clubs, and mayoral campaigns, Jasim breaks down the real process behind high-performing video: scripting, pre-production, on-set decisions, and post-production choices that make a story land.

We talk about:

- Touching fame and the illusion that “making it” will fix everything

- Losing direction, mental health struggles, and feeling like your life is going downhill

- Turning rock-bottom moments into creative fuel and new opportunities

- The technical side of filmmaking: framing, pacing, scroll-stopping hooks, and editing for emotion and conversion

- Lessons from building Stooners and working across brands, artists, and political campaigns

If you’re a creator, founder, or filmmaker chasing both meaning and mastery, this conversation blends the inner journey with the practical tools to tell better stories on camera.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/syedjasimhaider/

https://www.stooners.com/