Yousef Fatehi Ikhreis

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Hi, I'm Yousef Ikhreis, an independent filmmaker, writer, producer and art director with over twenty years of experience directing in education, games production and advertising.

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Hi, I’m Yousef Ikhreis, an independent filmmaker, writer, producer and art director with over twenty years of experience directing in education, games production and advertising.

Beyond directing, I’m a designer, calligrapher, fine artist, cinematographer, and 3D artist, with hands-on work in digital and manual sculpting, animation, and teaching Autodesk Maya as a certified professional and instructor. I also work as a video editor, colorist and Dolby mastering expert, blending technical craft with creative storytelling.

  • Joined November 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Healthcare
  • Government
  • Software & Internet
  • Professional Services

Projects · 2

Work experience· 12 roles

Documentary Film Writer, Producer & Director · The Petra FilmsAug 2023 – Jan 2025 · 1 yr 6 mos

Wrote, produced and directed documentary projects with development, budgeting, scheduling, and crew coordination; oversaw post-production, color, sound design and marketing materials.

Film Director / Independent Filmmaker · Self-employedJan 2021 – Dec 2022 · 2 yrs

Independent film-maker, writer, producer and art director with over twenty years of directing experience in education, games production and advertising.

Feature Film Writer, Producer & Director · Soul VirginityAug 2020 – Jan 2023 · 2 yrs 6 mos

Wrote, produced and directed the feature film Soul Virginity (131 minutes, 4K HDR, 5.1 Surround, Dolby Atmos).

Head of Media & Digital Marketing · Al-Kindi HospitalJan 2015 – Aug 2020 · 5 yrs 8 mos
Art Director · Beladcom - Games CompanyJul 2011 – Sep 2014 · 3 yrs 3 mos
Art Director, Animator · Omina MediaAug 2010 – Present · 16 yrs 4 mos
Creative Director · Al-Ziad Media Group | KSAApr 2010 – Aug 2010 · 5 mos
Art Director, Designer · Top Adv.DesignJan 2004 – Jan 2004 · 1 mo

Education

Autodesk Maya Certified Professional · Autodesk2030 – 2025
Autodesk Certified Instructor · Autodesk2030 – 2025

Certifications and awards

Certified Instructor2004 – 2025
Autodesk Maya Certified Professional2030 – 2025
Autodesk Certified Instructor2030 – 2025

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