IVAN KHADIR

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I am a Film Producer and Line Producer with over 15 years of experience in delivering award-winning feature films and working extensively in the UAE and KSA markets.

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I am a Film Producer and Line Producer with over 15 years of experience in delivering award-winning feature films and working extensively in the UAE and KSA markets. My expertise includes understanding regional film incentives, managing production from concept to distribution, and building strong networks with creatives and media players in the region. I take pride in completing projects on time while maintaining high production standards.

I have over 7 years of experience as a Operations and Event Manager, having helped to manage the Al Ain International Film Festival, a major cultural event with wide reach across Abu Dhabi. Through my roles, I demonstrate strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage complex events and multiple high-profile projects concurrently.

  • Joined August 2025

Languages

  • ArabicFluent
  • EnglishAdvanced
  • FrenchAdvanced

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Professional Services
  • Government
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Education
  • Other

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Projects · 2

I managed this remarkably complex event, each edition: 200 international guests and 8000 locals, 15 activities, over 60 films and 1.5M$ PR value.

Main duties:

  • Manage Budget (draft & actual).
  • Supervise venue setup, operations & logistics (5 venues).
  • Collaborate with partners, clients and sponsors.
  • Hire and lead crew (30 staff, 6 departments, 200 volunteers), I lead by example not by instructions.
  • Permit clearance (DCT, municipality, police, NMC).
  • Organize panel discussions, conferences and workshops.
  • Manage the operations of large scale opening and closing ceremonies.
  • VIP protocol management.
  • Approve quotations & invoices and structure the payments.
  • Post Event reports.
Al Ain International Film Festival
  • Project Manager

“El Seniour - السنيور” made waves on KSA Netflix, ranking number #1 for 2 weeks and holding a spot in the top 10 for 4 weeks. The film was released in GCC cinemas on August 1, 2024, and participated in 6 International Film Festivals. What’s impressive is that it was filmed in just 18 days in Jeddah.

Directoed by: Aymen Khoja.
Produced by: Ivan Khadir
Duration: 107 minutes
Production companies: MUVI Studios, PCP, AK Pictures.
Available on: Netflix, Shahed, Saudi Airlines.

El Seniour
  • Film Producer

Work experience· 4 roles

Operations Manager | Event Manager · Independent / Freelance, UAEFeb 2025 – Aug 2025 · 7 mos

Managed complex cultural and film industry events, including the Al Ain International Film Festival from 2019 to 2024, delivering six successful editions with up to 200 international guests and 8000 local attendees. Responsibilities included budgeting, venue setup, operations, logistics, partnership collaboration, hiring and leading teams of staff and volunteers, permit clearance, event programming, VIP protocol, and financial approvals. Also managed multiple film premiere events in Dubai and Abu Dhabi to ensure seamless and well-attended premieres.

Operations Manager | Event Manager · Al Ain International Film Festival and other Events, UAEFeb 2025 – Aug 2025 · 7 mos

Managed and delivered six successful editions of the Al Ain International Film Festival between 2019 and 2024, overseeing logistics, budgeting, venue setup across five venues, partner and sponsor collaboration, crew leadership, permit clearance, VIP protocol, and event programming. Additional responsibilities included managing film premiere events and organizing the opening of the UAE Endurance Cup in 2025, ensuring flawless event execution and high attendance.

Producer | Line Producer | Consultant · Independent / FreelanceJan 2011 – Present · 15 yrs 11 mos

Spearhead all aspects of film production from concept to distribution for feature films, documentaries, TV commercials, and short films in the UAE and KSA markets. Managed notable projects including the Saudi feature films "The Halal Way," "El Seniour" (Netflix #1, 2025), "Bait Al Banat," and several award-winning Emirati films such as "Going to Heaven" and "Fan of Amoory." Specialized in regional film incentives, rebate programs, and regulatory frameworks while maintaining high production standards and ensuring timely project delivery.

Producer | Line Producer | Consultant · UAE & KSA - FreelanceJan 2011 – Present · 15 yrs 11 mos

Education

Master Degree in Finance · University of Bordeaux, France2008 – 2010
College Degree in Translation · Oran University, Algeria1999 – 2004
Master Degree in Finance · University of Bordeaux, France2008 – 2010
College Degree in Translation · Oran University, Algeria1999 – 2004

Certifications and awards· 8

Course in Script and Dialogue2010 – 2025
Course in Project Management - Shell Management Center2010 – 2025
Course in Screenplay Writing by Ahmed Mourad, Inception Academy, Dubai2024 – 2025
Workshop, Film Development & Fund, European Union Delegation to the UAE, Abu Dhabi2025

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