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Rabih Rezek is a Sydney-based image maker and editor with more than 12 years shaping images, sound, and story. His craft was forged across documentaries, founder-led content, theatre, food culture, newsrooms, and fast-moving social media projects. He works with precision and instinct, cutting footage into clear, compelling narratives that honour both detail and momentum.
Rabih edits with Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve, moving quickly without losing the fine edges that give a video its emotional weight. He is known for his reliability, clean communication, and ability to deliver polished work under tight deadlines — often turning around broadcast-quality edits within one or two days. His experience ranges from handheld, real-world shooting to complex multi-layered storytelling, always driven by a commitment to clarity, honesty, and strong visual rhythm.
Independent, adaptable, and fluent in the language of high-pressure creative environments, Rabih brings a filmmaker’s eye and an editor’s discipline to every project.
Experience Level
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Language
Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Videographer, Editor & Storyteller at Urban Theatre Projects
January 1, 2025 - July 22, 2025Worked with the UTP team to create reels showcasing their workshops and performances used for social media, community engagement, and promotional purposes. Captured key moments including audience interactions, artist performances, and behind-the-scenes footage.
Shooter Producer at BBC / Panorama
December 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025Produced and captured footage for a documentary focusing on the Gaza-Israel conflict, emphasizing personal and cultural impacts.
Cinematographer at Blacktown Arts Centre
December 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025Lead cinematographer for a multi-screen audio-visual installation featuring a video documentary and paintings that explore large-scale violence on Country and the colonial practice of place-naming. Storytelling through dynamic compositions and immersive visuals.
Assistant Editor multi-screen installation at r e a - artist
December 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025Co-edited a three-screen installation film conveying a cultural story teaching Gamilaraay youth about healing on country.
Co-Editor at The Last Sky (Documentary)
December 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025Edited a documentary filmed in Lebanon, Palestine, and Sydney focusing on the complexities of the Palestinian conflict. Delivered high-quality storytelling in collaboration with international teams.
Camera & Field Producer at SBS / Nightly News
December 31, 2022 - July 22, 2025Captured interviews, b-roll, and visuals for SBS Nightly News including high-profile interviews with government officials and academics.
Producer & Videographer at SBS / Dateline
December 31, 2022 - July 22, 2025Produced and filmed a documentary broadcast on SBS Dateline covering major events such as the Beirut explosion aftermath. Nominated for Best Online Documentary at the 2021 Kennedy Awards.
Director & Camera at Al Jazeera / Close Up
December 31, 2021 - July 22, 2025Directed, shot, and edited a feature documentary, developing the narrative and conducting interviews while capturing compelling visuals.
Camera, Editor & Sound Recordist at The Quarter 8
December 31, 2021 - July 22, 2025Collaborated with a creative team on a campaign showcasing videos on social issues in Lebanon.
Second Camera & Camera Assistant at Media in Transition Cooperation (MiTC)
December 31, 2021 - July 22, 2025Filmed and assisted production for a five-part series on Lebanon’s Water Crisis and supported the editing process including digitizing and assembly.
Second Camera & Sound Technician at Maysara Films
December 31, 2020 - July 22, 2025Supported filming during Lebanon’s protests and the Beirut explosion aftermath.
Producer & Second Camera at IMS Films
December 31, 2018 - July 22, 2025Produced and filmed a creative documentary focused on children in refugee camps, capturing impactful footage highlighting their struggles and resilience.
Production Assistant at George Azar Productions
December 31, 2019 - July 22, 2025Provided support in filming and cinematography, assisted video shoots, managed equipment, digitized content, supported pre-production, and collaborated on post-production to meet deadlines and quality standards.
Camera & Behind the Scenes Crew at Opera House
December 31, 2010 - July 22, 2025Filmed rehearsals and live performances of Carmen, capturing artistic and technical aspects of the production and managing camera equipment.
Videographer, Editor & Storyteller at Urban Theatre Projects
December 31, 2025 - July 22, 2025Worked with the UTP team to create reels which showcased their workshops and performances to be used for social media, community engagement and promotional use. Captured key moments, including audience interactions, artist performances, and behind-the-scenes footage.
Shooter Producer at BBC / Panorama
December 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025Produced and captured footage for a documentary on the Gaza-Israel conflict, emphasizing personal and cultural impacts.
Cinematographer at Blacktown Arts Centre
December 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025Lead cinematographer for a multi-screen audio-visual installation featuring a video documentary and a series of paintings that delve into the large-scale violence on Country and the repercussions of the colonial practice of place-naming. Storytelling through dynamic compositions and immersive visuals.
Assistant Editor multi-screen installation at r e a - artist
December 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025Co-edited a three-screen installation film of a cultural story that teaches Gamilaraay youth about the importance of healing on country.
Co-Editor at The Last Sky (Documentary)
December 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025Edited a documentary filmed in Lebanon, Palestine, and Sydney, exploring the complexities of the Palestinian conflict. Delivered high-quality storytelling through collaboration with international teams.
Camera & Field Producer at SBS / Nightly News
December 31, 2022 - July 22, 2025Captured interviews, b-roll, and visuals for SBS Nightly News. Filmed high-profile interviews, including government officials and academics.
Producer & Videographer at SBS / Dateline
December 31, 2022 - July 22, 2025Produced and filmed a documentary broadcast on SBS Dateline in Australia. Captured impactful visuals and conducted interviews, covering major events such as the Beirut explosion aftermath. Nominated for “Best Online Documentary” at the 2021 Kennedy Awards.
Director & Camera at Al Jazeera / Close Up
December 31, 2021 - July 22, 2025Directed, shot, and edited a feature documentary for Al Jazeera’s Close Up series. Developed narrative, conducted interviews, and captured compelling visuals.
Camera, Editor & Sound Recordist at The Quarter 8
December 31, 2021 - July 22, 2025Worked with a team of creatives on a campaign showcasing videos on social issues in Lebanon.
Second Camera & Camera Assistant at Media in Transition Cooperation (MiTC)
December 31, 2021 - July 22, 2025Filmed and assisted with production for a five-part series on Lebanon’s Water Crisis. Supported editing processes including digitizing and basic assembly.
Second Camera & Sound Technician at Maysara Films
December 31, 2020 - July 22, 2025Supported filming during Lebanon’s protests and Beirut explosion aftermath.
Producer & Second Camera at IMS Films
December 31, 2018 - July 22, 2025Produced and filmed a creative documentary focused on the lives of children in refugee camps, highlighting their struggles, resilience, and aspirations.
Production Assistant at George Azar Productions
December 31, 2019 - July 22, 2025Provided hands-on support in filming and cinematography for documentary productions. Assisted in video shoots, ensured smooth on-set operations and equipment management. Supported pre-production planning and post-production standards.
Camera & Behind the Scenes Crew at Opera House
December 31, 2010 - July 22, 2025Filmed rehearsals and live performances of Carmen, a collaboration between Syrian and French artists. Managed camera equipment and supported smooth filming process.
Videographer, Editor & Storyteller at Urban Theatre Projects
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Work with the UTP team to create reels which showcase their workshops and performances to be used for social media, community engagement and promotional use. Captured key moments, including audience interactions, artist performances, and behind-the-scenes footage.
Producer & Shooter at BBC / Panorama
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024Produced and captured footage for a documentary on the Gaza-Israel conflict, emphasising personal and cultural impacts.
Co-editor at The Naming of Things; The Last Sky (Documentary)
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024Co-edited a documentary film shot in Lebanon, Palestine, and Sydney; exploring the Palestinian conflict. Delivered high-quality storytelling through collaboration with international teams.
Nightly News Camera & Field Producer at SBS
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022Captured interviews, b-roll, and visuals for SBS Nightly News; filmed high-profile interviews and events.
Date Line Producer & Videographer at SBS
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022Produced Date Line coverage and filmed for SBS Date Line; coverage of major events.
Close Up Director & Camera at Al Jazeera
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021Directed close-up sequences and camera work for Al Jazeera’s Close Up series in Beirut.
Second Camera & Camera Assistant at MiTC (The Quarter 8 Media in Transition Co-operation)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Second camera and camera assistant for the MiTC project in Beirut.
Second Camera & Sound Technician at Masaya Films
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020Supported filming for Beirut Water Crisis; assisted in sound and picture capture.
Producer & Second Camera at IMS Films
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Produced and filmed 'Women Hold Up Half the Sky', focusing on the lives of refugee children; contributed to production management and cinematography.
Production Assistant at Georges Azar Productions
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Provided hands-on support in filming and cinematography for documentary productions; assisted with on-set operations and equipment management.
Shooter & Producer at BBC / Panorama
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024Produced and captured footage for a documentary on the Gaza-Israel conflict, emphasising personal and cultural impacts.
Assistant Editor at Urban Theatre Projects
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024Co-edited a three-screen installation film that teaches youth about the importance of healing and community resilience.
Cinematographer at Blacktown Arts Centre
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024Lead cinematographer for a multi-screen audio-visual installation featuring a video documentary and a series of paintings exploring violence on Country and the colonial practice of place-naming.
Co-Editor at The Last Sky
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024Edited a documentary filmed in Lebanon, Palestine, and Sydney, exploring the Palestinian conflict with high-quality storytelling and collaboration with international teams.
Camera & Field Producer at SBS / Nightly News
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022Captured interviews, b-roll and visuals; edited high-profile interviews with government officials and academics.
Producer & Videographer at SBS Date Line
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022Produced and filmed a documentary for SBS Date Line in Australia; captured visuals and conducted interviews covering major events such as Beirut explosion aftermath. Nominated for Best Online Documentary at the 2021 Kennedy Awards.
Director & Camera at Al Jazeera – Close Up
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021Directed, shot and edited a feature documentary for Al Jazeera's Close Up series; developed the narrative, conducted interviews, and captured compelling visuals.
Camera & Behind the Scenes Crew at Damascus House
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010Filmed rehearsals and live performances of Carmen; collaborated with Syrian and French artists; captured artistic and technical aspects.
Video Grapher, Editor & Storyteller at Urban Theatre Projects
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Produced reels showcasing their workshops and performances for social media, community engagement, and promotional use; captured key moments, artist performances, audience interactions, and behind-the-scenes footage.
Shooter / Producer at BBC / Panorama
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Produced and captured footage for a documentary on the Gaza-Israel conflict, emphasizing personal and cultural impacts.
Assistant Editor at October 7th: One Year On
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Assistant Editor for a multi-screen installation project; supported editorial workflow and contributed to scene assembly.
Cinematographer at Blacktown Arts Centre
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Led cinematography for a multi-screen installation; crafted visuals to support a cultural narrative.
Co-Editor at The Naming of Things / The Last Sky (Documentary)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Edited a documentary across international teams; delivered compelling storytelling through post-production.
Camera & Field Producer at SBS Nightly News
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022Captured interviews and b-roll, produced field segments for nightly news, and interfaced with officials and academics.
Producer & Videographer at SBS Date Line
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022Produced and filmed a documentary broadacast; conducted interviews and covered major events such as the Beirut aftermath.
Director & Camera at Al Jazeera Close Up
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Directed and shot a feature for Al Jazeera's Close Up series; developed narrative and captured compelling visuals.
Second Camera & Camera Assistant at The Quarter 8 Media in Transition Co-op
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Supported production with second camera work and on-set camera operations during events and field shoots.
Producer & Second Camera at IMS Films
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018Produced a documentary focusing on the lives of refugee women; contributed to production management and cinematography.
Production Assistant at Guidance of Our Children - George Azar Productions
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Provided hands-on filming and cinematography support; assisted with on-set operations and equipment management; organized footage for lessons.
Camera & Behind the Scenes Crew at Opera House
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010Filed rehearsals and live performances; collaborated with Syrian and French artists to capture performances.
Education
Bachelor of Media Art & Journalism at Damascus University, Syria
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014Bachelor at Damascus University
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014Bachelor of Media Art & Journalism at Damascus University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014Bachelor of Media Art & Journalism at Damascus University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014Bachelor of Media Art & Journalism at Damascus University, Syria
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014Qualifications
Certificate in Dance & Teaching Technical Skills
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025Bachelor of Media Art & Journalism
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014Certificate in Dance & Teaching Technical Skills
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025Kennedy Award Nomination for Best Online Documentary – Beirut Blast
January 1, 2021 - November 10, 2025Bachelor of Media Art & Journalism
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014Certificate in Dance & Teaching Technical Skills
January 11, 2030 - November 28, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Professional Services, Government
Experience Level
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