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

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.

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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.

Education

BA in Music Education at Alexandria University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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