Hani Ali Bader

Nationality: Bahraini

Profession: Award-Winning Underwater Photographer & Marine Field Specialist

Professional Summary

Internationally recognized underwater photographer with nearly three decades

of diving experience and over 20 years in underwater photography. Self-taught

and driven by a profound emotional connection to the marine environment,

specializing in marine wildlife, underwater ecosystems, and environmental

storytelling. Combines artistic vision with extensive scientific field experience

gained through long-term marine research work in the Arabian Gulf.

Professional Experience

Diver — Since 1997

Underwater Photographer — Since 2003

Field & Marine Experience

Worked for the Directorate of Fisheries, Bahrain (2002–2023)

Worked extensively on marine surveys and scientific research projects across

Bahrain and the Arabian Gulf. Participated in studies focusing on dugongs,

sharks, fish stock assessments, shellfish, and seagrass habitats. Possesses

strong knowledge of marine ecosystems, survey methodologies, and nautical

chart interpretation, ensuring scientific accuracy in visual storytelling.

Selected Collaborations

Netflix — Underwater & Natural History Productions (2019–2020)

BBC — Natural History & Documentary Productions (2023–2025)

Awards & International Recognition

1st Place — Our World Underwater Competition (2014)

1st Place — University of Miami Underwater Photo Contest (2015)

1st Place — Batelco Photography, Bahrain Eye 3 Contest (2015)

National Geographic Photo Contest – Selected Photographer (2015)

* 2nd Place: Underwater Photographer of the Year, London (2015)

* Gold Medal: ICS (2016)

* Gold Medal: Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Photography Award (2016)

* Outdoor Photographer of the Year (2016)

* 1st Place: Middle East Region, OIE Photo Competition (2019)

* 1st Place: World Environment Day Photography Competition (2021)

* 1st Place: Photography Exhibition, Wildlife Category (2023)

Core Skills

* Underwater & Marine Photography

* Marine Wildlife Documentation

* Environmental & Conservation Storytelling

* Scientific Marine Fieldwork

* Documentary & Broadcast Collaboration

* Nautical Charts & Marine Surveys

Email : Haniali75@gmail.com