I am a storyteller at heart, with over 15 years of experience shaping narratives through the moving image. I cut, arrange, and polish footage to craft powerful videos that connect people to inspirational worlds, preserve history, and evoke genuine emotion. My approach blends technical precision with a human touch, ensuring stories not only look great but resonate deeply. Driven by curiosity and collaboration, I continually seek projects that challenge conventions and celebrate authentic storytelling. I’m passionate about post-production, color, sound, and editing workflows that bring ideas to life while remaining mindful of context, fact, and history.

Dina El-Tabakh

I am a storyteller at heart, with over 15 years of experience shaping narratives through the moving image. I cut, arrange, and polish footage to craft powerful videos that connect people to inspirational worlds, preserve history, and evoke genuine emotion. My approach blends technical precision with a human touch, ensuring stories not only look great but resonate deeply. Driven by curiosity and collaboration, I continually seek projects that challenge conventions and celebrate authentic storytelling. I’m passionate about post-production, color, sound, and editing workflows that bring ideas to life while remaining mindful of context, fact, and history.

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I am a storyteller at heart, with over 15 years of experience shaping narratives through the moving image. I cut, arrange, and polish footage to craft powerful videos that connect people to inspirational worlds, preserve history, and evoke genuine emotion. My approach blends technical precision with a human touch, ensuring stories not only look great but resonate deeply.

Driven by curiosity and collaboration, I continually seek projects that challenge conventions and celebrate authentic storytelling. I’m passionate about post-production, color, sound, and editing workflows that bring ideas to life while remaining mindful of context, fact, and history.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Video Editor at Self-employed
June 1, 2018 - May 1, 2025
Freelance and self-employed video editing using Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer and Final Cut Pro for clients across various projects.
Senior Video Editor at Media Production
May 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Freelance Senior Video Editor for Media Production, editing on Premiere Pro for multiple productions targeting audiences across the region.
Video Editor at TV Channels (Qatar)
April 1, 2014 - May 1, 2018
Video Editor working on AVID Media Composer for TV channels, producing edited footage for broadcasts.
Video Editor at TV Channels (Qatar)
June 1, 2010 - September 1, 2010
Video Editor on AVID Media Composer for TV channels in Qatar.
Video Editor at Foundation
October 1, 2012 - July 1, 2013
Final Cut Pro editing for Foundation project.
Video Editor at Studios
May 1, 2012 - July 1, 2012
Freelance Final Cut Pro editing for Studios projects.
Video Editor at Production
December 1, 2011 - February 1, 2012
Final Cut Pro editing for Production company.
Video Editor at Channel TV
January 1, 2010 - April 1, 2011
AVID Media Composer editing for Channel TV broadcast.
Video Editor at Dubai
November 1, 2008 - February 1, 2009
Final Cut Pro editing for Dubai-based media projects.
Senior Video Editor at Media Production (Freelance)
May 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025
Edited multiple media productions for broadcasting, delivering edit suites, color correction, and sound finishing for broadcast-ready content.
Senior Video Editor at Self-Employed
September 1, 2025 - Present
Current freelance/contract role focusing on Premiere Pro-based editing, post-production workflows, and collaboration with producers.
Video Editor at TV Channels (Egypt) / Television
April 1, 2014 - May 31, 2018
Edited for TV channels, using Avid Media Composer and Final Cut Pro to deliver broadcast-quality content.
Freelance Video Editor at TV Channels (Qatar)
September 1, 2013 - March 31, 2014
Freelance editor for TV channels, delivering high-quality edits with AVID Media Composer.
Freelance Video Editor at Studios
May 1, 2012 - July 31, 2012
Freelance editor contributing to multiple projects using Final Cut Pro.
Freelance Video Editor at Production
December 1, 2011 - February 29, 2012
Freelance editor handling post-production for various video productions using Final Cut Pro.
Video Editor at Channel TV (Qatar)
January 1, 2010 - April 30, 2011
Edited content for Channel TV, employing AVID Media Composer to meet broadcast standards.
Freelance Video Editor at TV Channels (Qatar)
June 1, 2010 - September 30, 2010
Freelance AVID-based editor for multiple TV channel projects.
Employer Video Editor at Television (Dubai)
May 1, 2009 - April 30, 2010
Edited for television using AVID Media Composer, delivering timely broadcast content.
Freelance Video Editor at Media Production (Dubai)
November 1, 2008 - February 28, 2009
Freelance editor working on Final Cut Pro projects for media production clients.
Video Editor at Abu Dhabi Media Production
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Edited projects for Abu Dhabi Media using AVID Media Composer.
Video Editor at I Post Media Production
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Edited projects using Final Cut Pro for various productions.

Education

Bachelor Degree at Helwan University, Faculty of Fine Arts Education
January 11, 2030 - May 23, 2026
Bachelor Degree at Faculty of Fine Arts Education, Helwan University
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications, Professional Services, Education