Hi, I’m Rami Karim. I’m a film director, editor, and colorist based in Dubai with over 15 years of experience creating narrative films, documentaries, and commercial campaigns. I’m passionate about visually driven storytelling and I bring a disciplined production workflow that carries projects from concept through post to deliver cinematic work with clear strategic communication. I collaborate with brands, agencies, and cultural institutions to craft films that blend cinematic language with strong performance and pacing. My independent shorts have screened at international festivals, and I’ve led projects from concept development through final delivery, integrating directing, editing, and color grading into a cohesive cinematic process that resonates with diverse audiences.…

Rami Karim

Hi, I’m Rami Karim. I’m a film director, editor, and colorist based in Dubai with over 15 years of experience creating narrative films, documentaries, and commercial campaigns. I’m passionate about visually driven storytelling and I bring a disciplined production workflow that carries projects from concept through post to deliver cinematic work with clear strategic communication. I collaborate with brands, agencies, and cultural institutions to craft films that blend cinematic language with strong performance and pacing. My independent shorts have screened at international festivals, and I’ve led projects from concept development through final delivery, integrating directing, editing, and color grading into a cohesive cinematic process that resonates with diverse audiences.…

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Hi, I’m Rami Karim. I’m a film director, editor, and colorist based in Dubai with over 15 years of experience creating narrative films, documentaries, and commercial campaigns. I’m passionate about visually driven storytelling and I bring a disciplined production workflow that carries projects from concept through post to deliver cinematic work with clear strategic communication.

I collaborate with brands, agencies, and cultural institutions to craft films that blend cinematic language with strong performance and pacing. My independent shorts have screened at international festivals, and I’ve led projects from concept development through final delivery, integrating directing, editing, and color grading into a cohesive cinematic process that resonates with diverse audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent

Work Experience

Film Director | Editor | Colorist at Freelance / Independent
January 27, 2005 - Present
Directed and produced commercial campaigns, branded films, documentaries, and narrative shorts across Dubai, Lebanon, and Egypt. Developed visual concepts, shot design, and storytelling approach from script through final delivery. Collaborated with creative directors, agencies, and production teams across multiple markets. Led productions from pre-production through post with a strong emphasis on cinematic language, performance, and clear narrative intent. Edited narrative and commercial projects with emphasis on structure, rhythm, and pacing; designed cinematic color treatments and delivered broadcast-ready masters for TV and digital platforms. Trusted by producers for high-pressure, deadline-driven campaigns, maintaining the artistic vision while optimizing commercial impact.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (Honors) in Film & Animation Production Film Directing Division. at Arts University Bournemouth, England.
September 15, 1998 - October 19, 2001
The National Training Organization for Broadcast, Film, Video and Multimedia, England (Editing Skillset). at Arts University Bournemouth, England.
March 15, 2000 - October 15, 2000
National Diploma in Audio Visual Production. at Arts University Bournemouth, England.
September 15, 1996 - October 15, 1998

Qualifications

Film Director
September 15, 1998 - October 15, 2000
Bachelor of Arts (Honors) in Film & Animation Production Film Directing Division.
Film Editor
March 15, 2000 - October 15, 2000
The National Training Organization for Broadcast, Film, Video and Multimedia, England (Editing Skillset).

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Government, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Non-Profit Organization, Travel & Hospitality