I am Ayman Ali Alayan, a seasoned Director, Producer, and Post-Producer based in Beirut, Lebanon. I have extensive experience in directing and editing a wide range of documentaries and reports, supervising graphic content, sound design, and ensuring high-quality final products. I have worked with prominent Pan-Arab television networks and international non-profits, bringing stories to life even in high-risk locations. My passion for media production is complemented by my bilingual abilities in English and Arabic and working knowledge of French and Italian. Over the years, I've honed my skills across the entire production cycle — from pre-production planning and shooting to meticulous post-production editing. My professional journey reflects dedication to storytelling, technical expertise, and collaboration with diverse clients and projects.…

Ayman Ali Alayan

I am Ayman Ali Alayan, a seasoned Director, Producer, and Post-Producer based in Beirut, Lebanon. I have extensive experience in directing and editing a wide range of documentaries and reports, supervising graphic content, sound design, and ensuring high-quality final products. I have worked with prominent Pan-Arab television networks and international non-profits, bringing stories to life even in high-risk locations. My passion for media production is complemented by my bilingual abilities in English and Arabic and working knowledge of French and Italian. Over the years, I've honed my skills across the entire production cycle — from pre-production planning and shooting to meticulous post-production editing. My professional journey reflects dedication to storytelling, technical expertise, and collaboration with diverse clients and projects.…

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I am Ayman Ali Alayan, a seasoned Director, Producer, and Post-Producer based in Beirut, Lebanon. I have extensive experience in directing and editing a wide range of documentaries and reports, supervising graphic content, sound design, and ensuring high-quality final products. I have worked with prominent Pan-Arab television networks and international non-profits, bringing stories to life even in high-risk locations.

My passion for media production is complemented by my bilingual abilities in English and Arabic and working knowledge of French and Italian. Over the years, I’ve honed my skills across the entire production cycle — from pre-production planning and shooting to meticulous post-production editing. My professional journey reflects dedication to storytelling, technical expertise, and collaboration with diverse clients and projects.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Director/Video Editor at Al Mayadeen Network
January 1, 2015 - Present
Directed and edited over 50 hours of documentaries ranging from 30 minutes to 1 hour. Managed all aspects of pre-production, production, and post-production including graphic content, sequencing, sound design, voice over supervision, music, and color correction. Shot in high-risk locations such as Ersal Village in Lebanon, Douma City in Syria, and Iraq. Edited reports, social and cultural shows, short docu-projects, episodes, teasers, promotions, and fillers.
Post Producer/Director at Aljazeera Network
December 31, 2022 - August 14, 2025
Oversaw video post-production tasks including editing, reviewing cuts, and supervising graphic content for the show Ta’amoulat. Directed multiple episodes, managing location scouting, shot angle selection, shot list creation for B-roll footage, and ensuring visual aesthetics throughout the episodes.
Freelance Editor / Producer at Various clients including OXFAM, YULIP, AUB, UNDP, OHCHR, UNIDO, Diageo
December 31, 2020 - August 14, 2025
Produced and edited videos for international non-profit organizations, awareness campaigns, and events. Created client-specific short materials using new and archived content. Notably edited a campaign video for Diageo's initiative to raise awareness against drinking and driving.
Editor/Segment Director at LBCI
January 1, 2016 - Present
Edited comedy reports for the social issues-focused comedy show BBChi.
Editor at Ideas TV Productions
January 1, 2014 - Present
Edited entertainment shows.
Editor at NewTV
December 31, 2015 - August 14, 2025
Edited case reports on social issues and investigative reports for Top 10 and LeL nasher programs. Curated archived footage to visualize top 10 entries.
Editor at Endemol
January 1, 2014 - Present
Offline and online editor for Star Academy Season 10, assembling daily and weekly reports and finalizing episodes.
Editor at Ulti Media Production
December 31, 2014 - August 14, 2025
Edited corporate videos, short documentaries, reports, and episodes.
Story Editor at Green Apple Production
January 1, 2011 - Present
Edited 30-minute interviews into condensed 2-3 minute reports.
Director/Video Editor at Al Mayadeen Network
January 1, 2015 - Present
Directed and edited over 50 hours of documentaries ranging from 30 minutes to 1 hour. Managed pre-production, production, and post-production, including shot list preparation, editorial decisions, audio adjustments, and color correction. Worked in high-risk locations such as Ersal Village in Lebanon, Douma City in Syria, and Iraq. Edited reports on social and cultural shows and produced short docu-projects, episodes, teasers, promotions, and fillers.
Post Producer/Director at Aljazeera Network
December 31, 2022 - August 14, 2025
Performed video post-production tasks including reviewing cuts, editing, supervising graphic content, and delivering high-quality finished products. Directed multiple episodes of the show 'Ta’amoulat,' including scouting locations, selecting filming angles, creating shot lists for B-roll, and ensuring aesthetic quality and strong visuals throughout the show.
Freelance Editor/Producer at Various Clients (OXFAM, YULIP, AUB, UNDP, OHCHR, UNIDO, Diageo)
December 31, 2020 - August 14, 2025
Produced and edited videos for international non-profit organizations, including events, documentaries, and initiatives. Created awareness campaign videos such as the Diageo and PID In Good Spirit initiative against drinking and driving. Filmed, produced, and edited short materials using new and archived footage according to client requests.
Editor/Segment Director at LBCI
January 1, 2016 - Present
Edited comedy reports for the show 'BBChi,' a comedy program addressing social issues in Lebanon.
Editor at Ideas TV Productions
January 1, 2014 - Present
Edited entertainment shows.
Editor at NewTV
December 31, 2015 - August 14, 2025
Edited case reports on social issues and investigative reports for programs 'Top 10' and 'LeL nasher.' Curated archived footage for 'Top 10' to create visual entries for the show.
Editor at Endemol
January 1, 2014 - Present
Edited daily and weekly reports as offline editor and assembled episodes, finalizing them as online editor for the show 'Star Academy (Season 10).'
Editor at Ulti Media Production
December 31, 2014 - August 14, 2025
Edited corporate videos, short documentaries, reports, and episodes.
Story Editor at Green Apple Production
January 1, 2011 - Present
Edited 30-minute interviews into concise 2-3 minute reports.

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