About

Omid Qaderi, widely known by his stage name Qashus, is a multi-disciplinary hip-hop artist, filmmaker, and entrepreneur based Alberta, Canada. Born and raised in Edmonton, his creative journey began with a deep passion for music. After attending a J. Cole concert in 2009, Q recognized the profound storytelling power that exists beyond the rhythms and rhymes of rap, inspiring him to create his own music.

Drawing influence from legendary hip-hop figures like Gangstarr, DJ Premier, Nas, Tupac, and Dr. Dre, as well as modern artists like Logic and Russ, he developed a signature sound rooted in the old-school boom-bap vibe. His resilient Afghan-Canadian identity heavily influences his artistry, providing the foundation for his deeply personal and anecdotal approach to songwriting.

As a filmmaker and entrepreneur, Qashus merges his artistic vision with strategic execution. He is the Founder and Managing Director of Q Filmz Media, an award-winning production agency specializing in high-impact video and photo production. With over a decade of expertise in cinematography, he has directed, shot, and edited compelling commercials and branded content for top-tier corporations, including Skechers The Shoe Company, Brookfield Residential, RBC, and Walmart.

Notably, in 2019, he directed two Super Bowl commercials for The Canadian Brewhouse that were prominently featured on CTV. Under his leadership, Q Filmz Media has earned significant industry recognition, including the 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Best Video Production Company in Edmonton and Northern Alberta.

As a community builder, Omid spent over seven years hosting The 2nd Floor Podcast, engaging industry leaders, C-suite executives, and business owners in candid conversations about their entrepreneurial journeys. The show aired on Telus Optik Live TV and on-demand. He also served as the radio host of "Full Switch" on The Universal Radio Network (TURN Radio).