I'm Maxim Diab, a Dutch filmmaker based in the Netherlands with a passion for storytelling through motion pictures. I studied Audio-Visual Design at Willem de Kooning Academy and I have a Master degree in Film Studies from University of Amsterdam. Over the last decade I have written, directed, edited, and produced shorts and music videos for TV channels in the Middle East and beyond, blending creative storytelling with technical precision. I’m passionate about storytelling through audio-visual presentations and am comfortable across the full production pipeline—from concept to final cut. I enjoy collaborating with international teams to bring bold ideas to life and strive for work that resonates with audiences while maintaining high craftsmanship.

Maxim Diab

I'm Maxim Diab, a Dutch filmmaker based in the Netherlands with a passion for storytelling through motion pictures. I studied Audio-Visual Design at Willem de Kooning Academy and I have a Master degree in Film Studies from University of Amsterdam. Over the last decade I have written, directed, edited, and produced shorts and music videos for TV channels in the Middle East and beyond, blending creative storytelling with technical precision. I’m passionate about storytelling through audio-visual presentations and am comfortable across the full production pipeline—from concept to final cut. I enjoy collaborating with international teams to bring bold ideas to life and strive for work that resonates with audiences while maintaining high craftsmanship.

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I’m Maxim Diab, a Dutch filmmaker based in the Netherlands with a passion for storytelling through motion pictures. I studied Audio-Visual Design at Willem de Kooning Academy and I have a Master degree in Film Studies from University of Amsterdam. Over the last decade I have written, directed, edited, and produced shorts and music videos for TV channels in the Middle East and beyond, blending creative storytelling with technical precision.

I’m passionate about storytelling through audio-visual presentations and am comfortable across the full production pipeline—from concept to final cut. I enjoy collaborating with international teams to bring bold ideas to life and strive for work that resonates with audiences while maintaining high craftsmanship.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Dutch
Advanced
Arabic
Fluent

Work Experience

Film Director / Editor at NPO TV Channel
September 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Directed and edited programming for a national TV channel, overseeing creative concepts and post-production workflows across multiple shows. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality content.
TV Video Editor at ICFLIX Network TV
April 1, 2013 - October 1, 2013
Edited video content for streaming platform, coordinating with producers to craft engaging episodes.
Film Director / Editor at Alyassaria TV Channel
March 1, 2012 - September 1, 2012
Directed and edited television pieces for the Beirut channel, including shorts and promos, ensuring cinematic quality within tight production schedules.
Video Director / Editor at Space Toon Kids TV Channel
December 1, 2008 - November 1, 2011
Directed and edited content for children's programming, collaborating with animation teams and writers.

Education

Master degree in Film Studies at University of Amsterdam (UVA)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor degree in Audio-Visual ( HBO ) with an honors degree at Willem de Kooning Academy (WDKA)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other