I am a Lebanese independent filmmaker and a passionate artistic director with extensive experience in directing, writing, and coordinating films. I have been involved in various film festivals and hold memberships in several important cinema committees in Lebanon, contributing to the cultural landscape through my creative work and leadership roles. My work spans documentaries, short films, corporate videos, and promotional content, often featured in regional and international festivals. With a robust background in education and training, I have been an instructor and coordinator in prominent universities and organizations teaching filmmaking, screenwriting, and video content creation. I am dedicated to nurturing new talent and advancing the cinematic arts in Lebanon and beyond, blending professionalism with a deep love for storytelling and the art of film.

Mohamad Ghassan El Khawaja

I am a Lebanese independent filmmaker and a passionate artistic director with extensive experience in directing, writing, and coordinating films. I have been involved in various film festivals and hold memberships in several important cinema committees in Lebanon, contributing to the cultural landscape through my creative work and leadership roles. My work spans documentaries, short films, corporate videos, and promotional content, often featured in regional and international festivals. With a robust background in education and training, I have been an instructor and coordinator in prominent universities and organizations teaching filmmaking, screenwriting, and video content creation. I am dedicated to nurturing new talent and advancing the cinematic arts in Lebanon and beyond, blending professionalism with a deep love for storytelling and the art of film.

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I am a Lebanese independent filmmaker and a passionate artistic director with extensive experience in directing, writing, and coordinating films. I have been involved in various film festivals and hold memberships in several important cinema committees in Lebanon, contributing to the cultural landscape through my creative work and leadership roles. My work spans documentaries, short films, corporate videos, and promotional content, often featured in regional and international festivals.

With a robust background in education and training, I have been an instructor and coordinator in prominent universities and organizations teaching filmmaking, screenwriting, and video content creation. I am dedicated to nurturing new talent and advancing the cinematic arts in Lebanon and beyond, blending professionalism with a deep love for storytelling and the art of film.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Advanced
Turkish
Beginner

Work Experience

Fulltime Lecturer / Coordinator of Media Department / Media Studio Supervisor at AZM University, Faculty of Arts & Sciences, Media Department
August 31, 2021 - August 19, 2025
Lectured and managed media department activities including teaching filmmaking and media production.
Instructor at University of Balamand, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Mass Communication Department
June 30, 2017 - August 19, 2025
Conducted courses in media and film studies for multiple academic years.
Instructor at Jinan University, Faculty of Communication
June 30, 2012 - August 19, 2017
Provided instruction in media-related courses over several academic years.

Education

Master Classes Workshop for Professionals at Lebanese Film Academy (L.F.A.), INSAS – Bruxelles, Belgium, Mayrouba - Lebanon
May 1, 2011 - May 31, 2011
Diploma in Writing/Directing for Cinema at Institute for the Performing Arts (I.P.A.), Jounieh - Lebanon
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006
Workshops in Scenario / Cinematography / Documentary at Lebanese Film Academy (L.F.A.), Fern El Chebbak – Lebanon
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001

Qualifications

Certificate in Football Coaching with FIFA
January 1, 2003 - August 19, 2003

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Government