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Hi there! I'm Leila, an award-winning filmmaker and screen-performance graduate with an MA in Film & TV Production (Distinction). I bring hands-on experience across editing, directing, cinematography, acting, and sound, with a knack for shaping stories from concept to screen. I led editing on a Sparkie Award-winning documentary and have collaborated on both student and professional sets, coordinating post-production workflows and keeping crews aligned with the director's vision. I'm a collaborative, adaptable professional who thrives in multicultural environments. I enjoy solving creative and logistical challenges, helping teammates, and delivering polished work under tight timelines. I'm excited to continue contributing to compelling visual storytelling and storytelling that resonates with diverse audiences.…Hi there! I'm Leila, an award-winning filmmaker and screen-performance graduate with an MA in Film & TV Production (Distinction). I bring hands-on experience across editing, directing, cinematography, acting, and sound, with a knack for shaping stories from concept to screen. I led editing on a Sparkie Award-winning documentary and have collaborated on both student and professional sets, coordinating post-production workflows and keeping crews aligned with the director's vision. I'm a collaborative, adaptable professional who thrives in multicultural environments. I enjoy solving creative and logistical challenges, helping teammates, and delivering polished work under tight timelines. I'm excited to continue contributing to compelling visual storytelling and storytelling that resonates with diverse audiences.

Leila Elkhalil

Film Director, Video Editor, Cinematographer, +5

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Hi there! I'm Leila, an award-winning filmmaker and screen-performance graduate with an MA in Film & TV Production (Distinction). I bring hands-on experience across editing, directing, cinematography, acting, and sound, with a knack for shaping stories from concept to screen. I led editing on a Sparkie Award-winning documentary and have collaborated on both student and professional sets, coordinating post-production workflows and keeping crews aligned with the director's vision. I'm a collaborative, adaptable professional who thrives in multicultural environments. I enjoy solving creative and logistical challenges, helping teammates, and delivering polished work under tight timelines. I'm excited to continue contributing to compelling visual storytelling and storytelling that resonates with diverse audiences.…Hi there! I'm Leila, an award-winning filmmaker and screen-performance graduate with an MA in Film & TV Production (Distinction). I bring hands-on experience across editing, directing, cinematography, acting, and sound, with a knack for shaping stories from concept to screen. I led editing on a Sparkie Award-winning documentary and have collaborated on both student and professional sets, coordinating post-production workflows and keeping crews aligned with the director's vision. I'm a collaborative, adaptable professional who thrives in multicultural environments. I enjoy solving creative and logistical challenges, helping teammates, and delivering polished work under tight timelines. I'm excited to continue contributing to compelling visual storytelling and storytelling that resonates with diverse audiences.

Available to hire

Hi there! I’m Leila, an award-winning filmmaker and screen-performance graduate with an MA in Film & TV Production (Distinction).

I bring hands-on experience across editing, directing, cinematography, acting, and sound, with a knack for shaping stories from concept to screen.

I led editing on a Sparkie Award-winning documentary and have collaborated on both student and professional sets, coordinating post-production workflows and keeping crews aligned with the director’s vision.

I’m a collaborative, adaptable professional who thrives in multicultural environments. I enjoy solving creative and logistical challenges, helping teammates, and delivering polished work under tight timelines.

I’m excited to continue contributing to compelling visual storytelling and storytelling that resonates with diverse audiences.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Arabic

Fluent

Greek, Modern

Beginner

Work Experience

Editor & Filmmaker at University of Sunderland

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Lead Editor on the award-winning 48-minute documentary "HAIR" exploring the social impact of hair loss. Edited 35–40 hours of raw footage over a 3-week period using Avid Media Composer and Adobe Audition. Performed colour correction and sound mixing to enhance emotional pacing and clarity. Collaborated with a 4-person production team to ensure creative alignment between director and producer. Contributed to 8+ student-led film productions across roles: Actor, Director, Editor, Cinematographer, Scriptwriter, Sound Recordist. Managed on-set logistics including call sheets, equipment setup, and crew coordination. Operated camera rigs, lighting, sound equipment, props, and special effects makeup as needed.

Runner at Professional Film Sets

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

Supported production logistics and equipment management on professional sets including 'Little Red' and 'Amazing Grace' in Sunderland, UK. Assisted with on-set operations, gear setup, equipment organization, and general crew coordination to maintain smooth shooting days.