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I’m Mahmoud El Saghir, a music producer and sound designer with over 15 years of experience creating bespoke music and sonic branding for cultural and media projects across the UK, MENA, and Europe. I blend Arabic rhythm with Western styles, lead end-to-end productions from creative brief to budget and delivery, and collaborate with artists, directors, and brands to translate ideas into distinctive musical identities. My toolkit spans composition, sound design, recording, mixing and mastering, plus talent sourcing and project management. I thrive in cross-cultural teams and remote studio setups, delivering immersive sonic experiences for podcasts, branded content, and live performances.…I’m Mahmoud El Saghir, a music producer and sound designer with over 15 years of experience creating bespoke music and sonic branding for cultural and media projects across the UK, MENA, and Europe. I blend Arabic rhythm with Western styles, lead end-to-end productions from creative brief to budget and delivery, and collaborate with artists, directors, and brands to translate ideas into distinctive musical identities. My toolkit spans composition, sound design, recording, mixing and mastering, plus talent sourcing and project management. I thrive in cross-cultural teams and remote studio setups, delivering immersive sonic experiences for podcasts, branded content, and live performances.

Mahmoud El Saghir

Music Producer, Composer, Sound Designer, +4

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I’m Mahmoud El Saghir, a music producer and sound designer with over 15 years of experience creating bespoke music and sonic branding for cultural and media projects across the UK, MENA, and Europe. I blend Arabic rhythm with Western styles, lead end-to-end productions from creative brief to budget and delivery, and collaborate with artists, directors, and brands to translate ideas into distinctive musical identities. My toolkit spans composition, sound design, recording, mixing and mastering, plus talent sourcing and project management. I thrive in cross-cultural teams and remote studio setups, delivering immersive sonic experiences for podcasts, branded content, and live performances.…I’m Mahmoud El Saghir, a music producer and sound designer with over 15 years of experience creating bespoke music and sonic branding for cultural and media projects across the UK, MENA, and Europe. I blend Arabic rhythm with Western styles, lead end-to-end productions from creative brief to budget and delivery, and collaborate with artists, directors, and brands to translate ideas into distinctive musical identities. My toolkit spans composition, sound design, recording, mixing and mastering, plus talent sourcing and project management. I thrive in cross-cultural teams and remote studio setups, delivering immersive sonic experiences for podcasts, branded content, and live performances.

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I’m Mahmoud El Saghir, a music producer and sound designer with over 15 years of experience creating bespoke music and sonic branding for cultural and media projects across the UK, MENA, and Europe. I blend Arabic rhythm with Western styles, lead end-to-end productions from creative brief to budget and delivery, and collaborate with artists, directors, and brands to translate ideas into distinctive musical identities.

My toolkit spans composition, sound design, recording, mixing and mastering, plus talent sourcing and project management. I thrive in cross-cultural teams and remote studio setups, delivering immersive sonic experiences for podcasts, branded content, and live performances.

Skills

Podcast Production

Jingle

Voiceover

Experience Level

Podcast Production

Expert

Jingle

Expert

Voiceover

Expert

Language

Arabic

Fluent

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Audio Lead & Sound Designer at Komet Kashak eel

June 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026

Delivered bespoke music & sound productions for internationally funded cultural and media projects, collaborating with UK & MENA partners. Lead original sound design, recording sessions, voice artists, and post-production including mixing & mastering. Notable projects include Dom Tak Podcast – Music Beyond Barriers (2025) and related collaborations.

Post-Production & Sound Design Lead at Alexandria Archives Podcast

January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025

Experimental audio archive project exploring urban identity through sound. Managed post-production, including mixing & mastering; coordinated studio sessions and asset delivery.

Sound Designer & Project Lead at Read Aloud Across Borders

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

Arabic Flash Fiction project funded by British Council; created original sound design, managed recording sessions, voice artists, and post-production including mixing & mastering.

Composer & Audio Producer at I'm Here With You

January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023

Composed original music (theme, trailers, episodic cues) and sound design; led full audio production workflow across Arabic & English content, collaborating with international creative producers and artists. Managed client and agency relationships, budgeting, scheduling & delivery.

Sound Engineer & Music Producer at Nabil Visual Solutions, Berlin / Remote

March 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023

Delivered music and sound production for visual media and branded content; collaborated with directors and creatives to translate concepts into sound; managed recording sessions, editing, mixing, and final delivery.

Co-Founder & Producer at Green Room Podcast, Alexandria, Egypt

June 1, 2020 - June 1, 2021

Co-founded and produced a multi-format music podcast platform; hosted and produced a weekly music show (Hekaya et Mazzika); managed production schedules, contributors, and creative direction; oversaw recording, editing, mixing & final delivery.

Music Producer & Jingle Composer at Hash Tag Radio, Montreal / Remote

March 1, 2020 - Present

Created, produced, and delivered commercial jingles in Arabic and English; managed full production workflow including recording, mixing, and mastering.

Studio Manager, Music Producer & Sound Engineer at Revolution Records Studio & Acoosta Studio, Alexandria, Egypt

January 1, 2016 - March 1, 2020

Ran all studio operations and music production; produced bespoke music for artists, campaigns, and live projects; managed budgets, bookings, client relationships, and production timelines; led recording sessions and concerts; composed, wrote, and produced songs.

Music Trainer & Workshop Coordinator (Freelance) at B’sarya for Arts, Alexandria, Egypt

April 1, 2019 - June 1, 2019

Taught music and conducted workshops; organized a live concert with post-production video and distribution on social media.

Project Coordinator & Artistic Consultant (Freelance) at Toraha Association & Jewish Culture Center, Alexandria, Egypt

July 1, 2018 - Present

Teach folk music with support from renowned traditional chanters; organized a live concert at the Jewish Culture Theater, Alexandria.

Project Manager at The Arabic Voice Project (Naseej Foundation), Alexandria, Egypt

January 1, 2014 - November 1, 2015

Organized events, music concerts, exhibitions, conferences; managed budgets and logistics for EU-funded projects.

Project Coordinator at Eka3 Organization, Cairo, Egypt

March 1, 2013 - December 1, 2013

Booked artists & musical bands; organized events and concerts; coordinated the music segment of TV show El Bernameg with Bassem Youssef (Arabic-language show).

Music Teacher at Modern American School, Alexandria, Egypt

January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013

Taught music in English to children from grade 1 to 12; prepared students for performances and exams.

Project Manager at Bubinga Agency, Alexandria, Egypt

January 1, 2011 - December 1, 2011

Organized events, music concerts, exhibitions, conferences; coordinated project timelines and logistics.

Project Manager at The Arabic Voice Project (Naseej Foundation), Alexandria, Egypt

January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011

Managed projects promoting Arab talents; produced audio and video content for artists and concerts.