I am Nour Malas, a Beirut-based journalist and documentary filmmaker with over a decade of professional experience covering the Middle East. My work has appeared in The Guardian, The New York Times, CNN, Al Jazeera, and other international outlets. I specialize in human rights, conflict, and political issues, with a focus on in-depth storytelling through both written articles and visual documentaries. My approach combines meticulous research with immersive narrative techniques to bring complex stories to life. Throughout my career, I have collaborated with various media organizations and NGOs to produce impactful documentaries and investigative reports. My passion lies in shedding light on underrepresented stories and contributing to informed discussions about the political and social dynamics of the region. I am always eager to explore new storytelling forms and to work with creative teams dedicated to social impact and journalistic integrity.

Nour Malas

I am Nour Malas, a Beirut-based journalist and documentary filmmaker with over a decade of professional experience covering the Middle East. My work has appeared in The Guardian, The New York Times, CNN, Al Jazeera, and other international outlets. I specialize in human rights, conflict, and political issues, with a focus on in-depth storytelling through both written articles and visual documentaries. My approach combines meticulous research with immersive narrative techniques to bring complex stories to life. Throughout my career, I have collaborated with various media organizations and NGOs to produce impactful documentaries and investigative reports. My passion lies in shedding light on underrepresented stories and contributing to informed discussions about the political and social dynamics of the region. I am always eager to explore new storytelling forms and to work with creative teams dedicated to social impact and journalistic integrity.

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I am Nour Malas, a Beirut-based journalist and documentary filmmaker with over a decade of professional experience covering the Middle East. My work has appeared in The Guardian, The New York Times, CNN, Al Jazeera, and other international outlets. I specialize in human rights, conflict, and political issues, with a focus on in-depth storytelling through both written articles and visual documentaries. My approach combines meticulous research with immersive narrative techniques to bring complex stories to life.

Throughout my career, I have collaborated with various media organizations and NGOs to produce impactful documentaries and investigative reports. My passion lies in shedding light on underrepresented stories and contributing to informed discussions about the political and social dynamics of the region. I am always eager to explore new storytelling forms and to work with creative teams dedicated to social impact and journalistic integrity.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Journalist and Documentary Filmmaker
January 1, 2007 - Present
Produced and published documentary films and journalistic articles for international and regional outlets including The Guardian, The New York Times, CNN, and Al Jazeera. Covered conflicts, political unrest, human rights abuses, and social justice topics across the Middle East. Collaborated with media organizations and NGOs to produce in-depth storytelling content that blends written reportage and visual documentary filmmaking.
Senior Correspondent at Al Jazeera English
April 30, 2020 - August 11, 2025
Reported extensively on the Lebanese political crisis and broader Middle East conflicts. Produced investigative reports and short documentaries, contributing to channel programming and online content. Developed sources and maintained a network of contacts for news gathering and verification in challenging environments.

Education

BA in English Literature at American University of Beirut
September 1, 2003 - June 30, 2007

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization