I'm Issam Boutrig, a video editor and documentary producer with over 20 years of experience in film production, digital media, and online content. I founded Marocopedia and co-created Refresh Video, an express video editing app designed for fast creation of social media formats. I excel in storytelling, post-production workflows, and remote collaboration, delivering compelling narratives across platforms.

Issam Boutrig

I'm Issam Boutrig, a video editor and documentary producer with over 20 years of experience in film production, digital media, and online content. I founded Marocopedia and co-created Refresh Video, an express video editing app designed for fast creation of social media formats. I excel in storytelling, post-production workflows, and remote collaboration, delivering compelling narratives across platforms.

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I’m Issam Boutrig, a video editor and documentary producer with over 20 years of experience in film production, digital media, and online content.

I founded Marocopedia and co-created Refresh Video, an express video editing app designed for fast creation of social media formats. I excel in storytelling, post-production workflows, and remote collaboration, delivering compelling narratives across platforms.

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Language

English
Advanced
French
Advanced
Arabic
Advanced

Work Experience

Co-Founder at Refresh Video
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Co-founded an express video editing app designed for rapid creation of social media video formats; developed editing workflows that accelerated video production timelines; led creative direction and content development.
Co-founder at Refresh Video
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022
Video editing application designed for rapid creation of short-form social media content. Developed editing workflows for fast video production. Produced social media optimized video formats. Worked on creative direction and content development.
Founder & Director at Marocopedia
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2021
Founded Marocopedia, produced large volumes of audiovisual content documenting Moroccan culture; managed research, filming, editing, and publishing workflows; coordinated distribution through online platforms and YouTube channels, expanding audience reach for Moroccan culture.
Art Director and Motion Designer at Independent / Freelance (Montreal)
January 1, 2005 - February 1, 2010
Produced creative projects from concept to completion across diverse media; collaborated with clients to define project goals and artistic vision; coordinated with cross-functional teams to align artistic direction with business objectives; designed promotional materials (brochures, flyers, posters, banners, newsletters, logos); directed photoshoots and managed video production crews; oversaw post-production editing and on-time delivery of design materials.
Art Director and Motion Designer at Freelance / Montreal-based clients
January 1, 2005 - February 1, 2010
Directed creative projects from concept to completion across diverse media; collaborated with clients to define project goals and artistic vision; coordinated cross-functional teams to align art direction with business objectives; designed promotional materials such as brochures, flyers, posters, banners, newsletters, and logos; oversaw photography and video production crews to ensure high-quality content.
Video Editor at Freelance
January 1, 2004 - Present
Editing documentary, digital and commercial video content. Post-production editing and color correction. Audio cleanup and final delivery for web platforms. Collaboration with international creative teams.
Video Editor at Remote / Montreal-based
January 1, 2004 - Present
Edited documentary, digital, and commercial video content to enhance storytelling and audience engagement; performed post-production editing and color correction; conducted audio cleaning and final delivery for web platforms; collaborated with international creative teams to produce cohesive and impactful video projects; oversaw production processes to ensure timely delivery and meet client deadlines.
Video Editor
January 1, 2004 - Present
Edited documentary, digital, and commercial video content to enhance storytelling and audience engagement. Performed post-production editing and color correction to ensure high-quality visual output. Conducted audio cleanup and final delivery for web platforms. Collaborated with international creative teams to produce cohesive and impactful video projects.
Video Editor at Self-employed / Montreal
January 1, 2004 - Present
Edited documentary, digital, and commercial video content to enhance storytelling; performed post-production editing and color correction; conducted audio cleanup and final delivery for web platforms; collaborated with international creative teams to produce cohesive and impactful video projects.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at AEC Multimedia Private School, Montreal
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2005
Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia at Private School, Montreal
January 1, 2000 - March 20, 2026
Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia at Multimedia Private School, Montreal
January 1, 2000 - March 23, 2026

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Arts
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2005
Marocopedia Web App of the Year 2016
January 1, 2016 - March 20, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Other