Hi, I’m Diego Malik Jackson, a film maker and director based in Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi. I specialize in directing, producing, and script development for short films, documentaries, and music videos, bringing projects from concept to final cut through collaborative storytelling and hands-on leadership. I’ve led multiple local and international productions, earned recognition at film festivals, and I’m always eager to collaborate with other professionals to create work that stands the test of time.…

Diego Malik Jackson

Hi, I’m Diego Malik Jackson, a film maker and director based in Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi. I specialize in directing, producing, and script development for short films, documentaries, and music videos, bringing projects from concept to final cut through collaborative storytelling and hands-on leadership. I’ve led multiple local and international productions, earned recognition at film festivals, and I’m always eager to collaborate with other professionals to create work that stands the test of time.…

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Hi, I’m Diego Malik Jackson, a film maker and director based in Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi. I specialize in directing, producing, and script development for short films, documentaries, and music videos, bringing projects from concept to final cut through collaborative storytelling and hands-on leadership.

I’ve led multiple local and international productions, earned recognition at film festivals, and I’m always eager to collaborate with other professionals to create work that stands the test of time.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Advertising Production Assistant at Nobu Priv
December 31, 2023 - September 9, 2025
Assisted in production coordination, scheduling, and on-set support for advertising projects.
Script Writer Intern at Abu Dhabi University
December 31, 2025 - September 9, 2025
Wrote scripts for university projects and interned with the film/communication team.
Social Media Intern at Web3 Productions
December 31, 2025 - September 9, 2025
Managed social media channels, created content calendars, and tracked engagement metrics.
Experimental Short Film Production Assistant at Scenes: This is Yasmin
January 1, 2023 - September 9, 2025
Assisted in experimental short-film production, helping with on-set tasks, equipment setup, and post-production prep.
Advertising Production Assistant at MAANI Impact Stories
January 1, 2024 - September 9, 2025
Worked on advertising campaigns as a production assistant; supported shoot coordination and timeline management.
Advertising Production Assistant at SAE University College
January 1, 2025 - Present
Assisted with media production projects, contributing to pre-production, shooting, and post-production tasks.
Nurse Aide at St. Joseph's Mercy Hospital
December 31, 2017 - September 25, 2025
Nurse aide duties including patient assistance and support; provided compassionate care.
Pet Groomer at Pawson e Pets
December 31, 2019 - September 25, 2025
Groomed and cared for pets; maintained hygiene and customer communications.

Education

Bachelor of Film Production at SAE University College (Dubai)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
A Levels - Psychology at School of The Nations (Guyana)
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Secondary School Diploma at Marian Academy (Guyana)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2016

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet

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