Results-driven visual professional with 14+ years of experience in photography, videography, and cinematic visual storytelling. Officially appointed to document major international festivals and recognized for transforming stagnant media platforms into highly engaging spaces. Known for strong leadership, teamwork, and the ability to deliver high-quality results under intense production pressure.

Salah Tradi

Results-driven visual professional with 14+ years of experience in photography, videography, and cinematic visual storytelling. Officially appointed to document major international festivals and recognized for transforming stagnant media platforms into highly engaging spaces. Known for strong leadership, teamwork, and the ability to deliver high-quality results under intense production pressure.

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Results-driven visual professional with 14+ years of experience in photography, videography, and cinematic visual storytelling. Officially appointed to document major international festivals and recognized for transforming stagnant media platforms into highly engaging spaces. Known for strong leadership, teamwork, and the ability to deliver high-quality results under intense production pressure.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
French
Advanced
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Photographer at International Desert Theater Festival – 4th Edition
January 1, 2023 - October 4, 2025
Comprehensive visual coverage of the festival’s performances and cultural activities. Produced high-quality photo and video content for digital promotion.
Freelance Photographer at Ministry of Agriculture
January 1, 2021 - October 4, 2025
Field documentation of a national water drainage project in agricultural areas. Created technical visual content to illustrate the project's stages and impact.
Photographer & Visual Content Editor at Athar Association
January 1, 2021 - October 4, 2025
Captured natural landscapes and tourist sites to promote local tourism. Produced promotional videos used in awareness and marketing campaigns.
Official Photographer at Kebili Cultural Center
January 1, 2020 - October 4, 2025
Documented theatrical performances, workshops, and cultural activities. Visually archived theater group work to support cultural preservation.
Freelance Photographer at International Desert Theater Festival – 4th Edition
January 1, 2023 - October 4, 2025
Provided comprehensive visual coverage of the festival's performances and cultural activities and produced high-quality photo and video content for digital promotion.
Freelance Photographer at Ministry of Agriculture
December 31, 2021 - October 4, 2025
Field documentation of a national water drainage project in agricultural areas and created technical visual content to illustrate the project's stages and impact.
Photographer & Visual Content Editor at Athar Association
December 31, 2021 - October 4, 2025
Captured natural landscapes and tourist sites to promote local tourism and produced promotional videos used in awareness and marketing campaigns.
Photography Lead for Theater Group at Kebili Cultural Center
January 1, 2020 - October 4, 2025
Documented theatrical performances, workshops, and cultural activities and visually archived theater group work to support cultural preservation.
Freelance Photographer at International Desert Theater Festival – 4th Edition
December 31, 2023 - October 4, 2025
Comprehensive visual coverage of the festival’s performances and cultural activities. Produced high-quality photo and video content for digital promotion.
Freelance Photographer at Ministry of Agriculture
December 31, 2021 - October 4, 2025
Field documentation of a national water drainage project in agricultural areas. Created technical visual content to illustrate the project's stages and impact.
Photographer & Visual Content Editor at Athar Association
December 31, 2021 - October 4, 2025
Captured natural landscapes and tourist sites to promote local tourism. Produced promotional videos used in awareness and marketing campaigns.
Official Photographer at Kebili Cultural Center
December 31, 2020 - October 4, 2025
Documented theatrical performances, workshops, and cultural activities. Visually archived theater group work to support cultural preservation.
Freelance Photographer & Videographer at Self-employed
January 1, 2011 - Present
Delivered professional photography and video coverage for 30+ cultural festivals, theatrical events, and artistic projects; led full visual production workflows from concept to post-production; produced thousands of images and video assets used in festival pages and campaigns; revitalized festival social media with strong visuals and clear artistic direction; developed a distinctive documentary/portrait style focused on people, memory, and place; consistently delivered under tight deadlines with high client satisfaction.
Official Photographer at International Sahara Festival of Douz
January 1, 2025 - Present
Led comprehensive photographic documentation; produced a cohesive body of work recognized by festival administration for artistic and documentary quality.
Official Photographer at International Sahara Theatre Festival
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Full photographic documentation; work highly praised by festival management for artistic and documentary quality.
Director of Photography (DOP) - Feature Film 'Maryam'
January 1, 2025 - Present
Led the film's visual direction, defining lighting style, color palette, and camera movement; participated in creative reassessment and script redevelopment for re-shoots; collaborated closely with the director and production team to refine the cinematic vision.

Education

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Qualifications

Certificate in Advanced Photography Techniques
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Courses in Photo Editing & Video Production (Adobe Creative Suite – Lightroom – Photoshop – Premiere Pro)
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Certificate in Advanced Photography Techniques
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Courses in Photo Editing & Video Production (Adobe Creative Suite – Lightroom – Photoshop – Premiere Pro)
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Certificate in Advanced Photography Techniques
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Courses in Photo Editing & Video Production (Adobe Creative Suite – Lightroom – Photoshop – Premiere Pro)
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Certificate in Advanced Photography Techniques
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Courses in Photo Editing & Video Production (Adobe Creative Suite – Lightroom – Photoshop – Premiere Pro)
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Certificate in Advanced Photography Techniques
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Course in Photo Editing & Video Production (Adobe Creative Suite – Lightroom – Photoshop – Premiere Pro)
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
2nd Place – Architectural Photography Competition, Tozeur
January 1, 2023 - October 4, 2025
1st Place – Traditional Crafts Photography Competition, Douz
January 1, 2021 - October 4, 2025
3rd Place – Sony Amateur Photography Contest
January 1, 2020 - October 4, 2025
Multiple Awards in National Photography Contests
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Baccalaureate Degree
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026
Best Horse Photography Award – International Sahara Festival of Douz
January 1, 2025 - January 22, 2026
First Prize in multiple photography competitions
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026

Industry Experience

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