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Award-winning documentary filmmaker, producer, and video editor with over 20 years of international experience in storytelling, editing, and color grading. Specialized in socially driven content, educational media, and cinematic nonfiction. Adept at leading all stages of production from concept to final delivery. Proficient in DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere, and advanced post-production workflows. Strong background in team leadership, academic instruction, and cross-cultural collaboration.
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Experience Level
Language
English
Advanced
Arabic
Fluent
Hebrew (modern)
Advanced
Work Experience
Senior Producer / Filmmaker at Independent / Various International Outlets
January 1, 2000 - PresentLed end-to-end production: pitching concepts, scripting, pre-interviewing, coordinating shoots, editing, and delivery. Collaborated with international broadcasters, NGOs, and production houses to deliver content aligned with editorial and cultural standards. Managed crews, budgets, and production schedules, ensuring efficient workflows and strong creative outcomes. Experienced in remote and hybrid production workflows.
Chair of Film Department / Creative Producer at Dar Al-Kalima University
January 1, 2022 - October 9, 2025Designed and developed academic film programs and curricula in video production, editing, and media storytelling. Supervised faculty and mentored students in practical film and video projects, fostering industry-ready skills. Organized and curated international film festivals and cultural events. Led partnerships with media organizations and coordinated cross-cultural production projects.
Video Editor / Producer (Freelance) at Freelance
January 1, 2000 - PresentEdited short- and long-form video projects across documentary, promotional, and narrative formats. Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, AVID Media Composer, and DaVinci Resolve. Created polished deliverables with motion graphics, color correction, and sound design. Produced content optimized for broadcast, YouTube, and social media platforms.
Editor at Workers Dailies (2021) – 8-part docuseries for Karmel Productions, Haifa
January 1, 2021 - October 9, 2025Edited an eight-part docuseries for Karmel Productions; contributed to post-production workflow and storytelling.
Editor at Hamzeh: Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me (2022) – Short fiction
January 1, 2022 - October 9, 2025Edited short fiction project directed by Ward Kayyal.
Editor at Improvisation (Ertijal) (2004) – 70-minute documentary
January 1, 2004 - October 9, 2025Edited a 70-minute documentary directed by Raed Andoni.
Senior Producer / Filmmaker at Independent / Various International Outlets
January 1, 2000 - PresentProduced award-winning documentaries including The Wanted 18 and Fix Me, screened internationally at major festivals. Led end-to-end production: pitching concepts, scripting, pre-interviewing, coordinating shoots, editing, and delivery. Collaborated with international broadcasters, NGOs, and production houses to deliver content aligned with editorial and cultural standards. Managed crews, budgets, and production schedules, ensuring efficient workflows and strong creative outcomes. Experienced in remote and hybrid production workflows.
Chair of Film Department / Creative Producer at Dar Al-Kalima University
January 1, 2022 - October 9, 2025Designed and developed academic film programs and curricula in video production, editing, and media storytelling. Supervised faculty and mentored students in practical film and video projects, fostering industry-ready skills. Organized and curated international film festivals and cultural events. Led partnerships with media organizations and coordinated cross-cultural production projects.
Video Editor / Producer at Freelance
January 1, 2000 - PresentEdited short- and long-form video projects across documentary, promotional, and narrative formats. Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, AVID Media Composer, and DaVinci Resolve. Created polished deliverables with motion graphics, color correction, and sound design. Produced content optimized for broadcast, YouTube, and social media platforms.
Education
MA in Documentary Producing and Directing at Goldsmiths, University of London, UK
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002Qualifications
Certified in Color Grading with DaVinci Resolve 17
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization
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