I'm a video editor and colorist with 5 years in the industry, and for the past 3 years I have focused on color grading to craft unique looks and moods for each scene. I am skilled with Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve, with some knowledge of After Effects, and I also work with color tools to create engaging, high-quality content. I'm passionate about storytelling and always aim to exceed client expectations. I collaborate closely with directors and cinematographers to establish the tonal direction for gradation projects, balancing creative vision with technical expertise to deliver content that resonates with audiences.

Belal Shaaban

I'm a video editor and colorist with 5 years in the industry, and for the past 3 years I have focused on color grading to craft unique looks and moods for each scene. I am skilled with Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve, with some knowledge of After Effects, and I also work with color tools to create engaging, high-quality content. I'm passionate about storytelling and always aim to exceed client expectations. I collaborate closely with directors and cinematographers to establish the tonal direction for gradation projects, balancing creative vision with technical expertise to deliver content that resonates with audiences.

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I’m a video editor and colorist with 5 years in the industry, and for the past 3 years I have focused on color grading to craft unique looks and moods for each scene. I am skilled with Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve, with some knowledge of After Effects, and I also work with color tools to create engaging, high-quality content. I’m passionate about storytelling and always aim to exceed client expectations.

I collaborate closely with directors and cinematographers to establish the tonal direction for gradation projects, balancing creative vision with technical expertise to deliver content that resonates with audiences.

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Language

English
Advanced
Arabic
Advanced

Work Experience

Assistant Colorist at Atills Atqdios
October 1, 2025 - Present
Assisted color grading and color correction; supported color pipeline; collaborated with colorists to shape mood and tone for multiple projects.
Video Editor & Colorist at Kreelancer
April 1, 2025 - Present
Freelance video editor and colorist; currently working on a short film and preparing material for festival submissions.
Video Editor & Colorist at Kreelancer
January 1, 2019 - Present
Edited and color graded a short film that ranked in the top 3 at PPA.
Assistant Producer at Elkhawaga Productions
February 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022
Supported production by assisting with budget planning, location scouting, and equipment rentals; coordinated with vendors to stay within budget.
Assistant Colorist (INTERNSHIP) at MattKilms
August 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Month-long internship developing color grading skills, assisted in adjusting colors, balancing skin tones, and creating looks; ensured footage was synced and ready for grading.
Colorist
July 1, 2025 - July 31, 2025
Colorist for a music video with a warmer, more cinematic look.
Video Editor & Colorist at Awader Juice Aqdan
March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025
Edited and color graded a Ramadan ad for Awader Juice Company in Aqdan; crafted a warm nostalgic tone and balanced vibrant color to resonate with local audiences.
Assistant Producer at Elkhawaga
February 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022
Assistant producer supporting production logistics, budgeting, and equipment coordination.
Colorist at The Wife (Music Video) - Everyone & Now
July 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Colorist for a music video, adjusting color to achieve a warmer, cinematic look and differentiating the visual style from the original.
Video Editor & Colorist at Awader Jqice Aqdan
March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025
Edited and color graded a Ramadan ad for Awader Juice Aqdan; crafted a warm, nostalgic tone through dynamic cuts, transitions, and vibrant color grading to enhance the Ramadan spirit while balancing cultural authenticity with modern aesthetics.
Assistant Producer at Elxkhawaga Ps
February 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022
Supported the production process by helping to set the film budget, ensuring resources were allocated efficiently. Assisted with scouting locations, identifying the best settings, renting cameras and equipment, and coordinating with vendors to secure tools within the budget. Contributions helped ensure smooth planning and production execution.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration at Media Management Academy for Science and Technology
September 1, 2019 - July 1, 2022
Bachelor of Business Administration at Media Management Program Academy for Science and Technology
September 1, 2019 - July 1, 2022

Qualifications

Colorist Toolkit
July 1, 2024 - April 21, 2026
Colorist Toolkit with Mahmoud Ali
July 1, 2024 - April 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other
    paper The Drive – Reimagined (Color Grading Portfolio)