Ed Hafizov

Background

About Ed Hafizov

With nearly two decades as the creative force behind Zorz Studios, I bring a fearless, offbeat approach to photography and videography that blends artistry, storytelling, and technical mastery. My work has been featured by Vogue, Elle, Cosmopolitan, Glamour, PopSugar, Maxim, Huffington Post, Maharani Weddings, The Knot, and other U.S. and international publications. Recognized among the Top 50 U.S. Wedding Photographers, I am also a Grand Prix winner of Adobe contests, a multiple Fearless Photographer™ award recipient, a Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week photographer, and a proud member of Grace Ormonde Wedding Style’s Platinum List. Before turning to photography full-time, I left a promising corporate career in big pharma to follow my passion, trading stability for creativity. I built on my foundation in economics, corporate operations, and technology—experience that shaped my detail-driven, process-oriented side. At the same time, volunteering with organizations like Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep, Josephine Herrick Project, and PPA Charities instilled deep compassion and a commitment to using imagery for impact. Beyond my creative work, I also mentor international university students through Riipen, guiding projects in content writing, blog development, and marketing competitor analysis. This allows me to share industry insight while helping students bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world application. Known for blending professionalism with warmth (and just the right touch of humor), I thrive in situations that demand both vision and adaptability, whether capturing once-in-a-lifetime wedding moments, teaching photography to underserved youth, or designing efficient business systems for fellow creatives.