Creative filmmaker with an excellent eye for detail, an understanding of all stages of the film making process and experience in multiple departments such as directing, narrative writing and post production. Eager to bring a new and unique perspective to any project I work on and an ability to perform well in team environments.

Joanne Ragheb

Creative filmmaker with an excellent eye for detail, an understanding of all stages of the film making process and experience in multiple departments such as directing, narrative writing and post production. Eager to bring a new and unique perspective to any project I work on and an ability to perform well in team environments.

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Creative filmmaker with an excellent eye for detail, an understanding of all stages of the film making process and experience in multiple departments such as directing, narrative writing and post production.

Eager to bring a new and unique perspective to any project I work on and an ability to perform well in team environments.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Data Manager and Post Production Coordinator at MBC Studios and SADAF
January 1, 2024 - August 28, 2025
Managed data and coordinated post production for 'Compound 75' series in Riyadh. Acted as a vital liaison between production and post-production teams to ensure seamless workflow and efficient data management. This included scheduling, organizing, and tracking all post-production materials, coordinating between departments, ensuring deadlines were met, and managing communications with editors, sound designers, and other post-production staff.
DIT and Data Manager at MBC Studios and SADAF
January 1, 2023 - August 28, 2025
Managed and organized extensive daily media for 'Al Mirath' series, the first and longest-running Middle Eastern soap opera, in Abu Dhabi. Overcame challenges posed by growing media technologies and formats to optimize post-production workflow. Secured offloading, conducted transcoding, and maintained meticulous server archiving, enhancing overall efficiency.
Co-creator at Shahid
December 31, 2021 - August 28, 2025
Produced, shot, and supervised a 10-episode series 'Bloopers' based on behind-the-scenes events of the 'Al Mirath' production, currently streaming on Shahid’s streaming platform.
Assistant Director at MBC Studios and SADAF
January 1, 2021 - August 28, 2025
Assisted the director and script supervisor on set for the 'Al Mirath' series in Abu Dhabi. Handled the continuity management to ensure efficient communication between production and post-production teams.
Content Creator / Videographer at Kitchen of Hope Charity Organization
December 31, 2020 - August 28, 2025
Worked as a videographer for the charity organization in Beirut that provides daily home-cooked meals for families affected by the Beirut Blast.
Director at Bubbleology
December 31, 2019 - August 28, 2025
Directed and supervised editing for a 30-second advertisement for 'Bubbleology,' a bubble tea store in London, introducing their summer recipes in direct contact with the Media Director.
Fashion Photographer at Raghunter
December 31, 2016 - August 28, 2025
Worked as a street photographer for 'Raghunter,' a fashion magazine based in the Middle East. Covered many events such as Beirut Design Week and gained experience in working with non-professional models in improvised settings.
Director, Producer, Editor at Poetic Justice
December 31, 2019 - August 28, 2025
Directed, produced, and edited a 15-minute documentary set in Ketermaya, Lebanon, about a heinous family murder followed by a revenge killing by angry residents.
Art Director, Props Master, Set Builder at Mummy Blue
December 31, 2019 - August 28, 2025
Worked as Art Director, Props Master, and Set Builder for the short film 'Mummy Blue' in London. Managed a £1000 budget and developed strong relationships with vendors and prop shops.
Director and Producer at Merry Go Round
December 31, 2017 - August 28, 2025
Directed and produced the drama short film 'Merry Go Round' about a man who constantly tries to make himself feel something. The film was later selected for 'Maskoon Film Festival,' the Arab's first genre film festival.
Data Manager and Post Production Coordinator at MBC Studios and SADAF
January 1, 2024 - August 28, 2025
Managed data and post production coordination for 'Compound 75' series in Riyadh. Acted as liaison between production and post-production to ensure seamless workflow and efficient management of schedules, post-production materials, deadlines, and communication between editors, sound designers and other post-production staff.
DIT and Data Manager at MBC Studios and SADAF
January 1, 2023 - August 28, 2025
Managed and organized extensive daily media for ‘Al Mirath’ series, the first and longest-running Middle Eastern soap opera in Abu Dhabi. Optimized post-production workflows by overcoming challenges from growing media technologies, secured offloading, managed transcoding, and maintained meticulous server archiving, enhancing overall production efficiency.
Co-Creator and Producer at Shahid
December 31, 2021 - August 28, 2025
Co-created, produced, shot, and supervised a 10-episode series titled ‘Bloopers’ based on behind-the-scenes events of the ‘Al Mirath’ production, currently streaming on Shahid’s platform.
Assistant Director at MBC Studios and SADAF
January 1, 2021 - August 28, 2025
Assisted director and script supervisor on set for ‘Al Mirath’ series in Abu Dhabi. Managed continuity and facilitated efficient communication between production and post-production teams.
Content Creator / Videographer at Kitchen of Hope charity organization, Beirut
December 31, 2020 - August 28, 2025
Worked as a videographer for the charity organization founded after the Beirut Blast to provide daily home-cooked meals for affected families.
Director at Bubbleology
December 31, 2019 - August 28, 2025
Directed and supervised editing for a 30-second advertisement for a bubble tea store in London, showcasing their summer recipes in direct collaboration with the Media Director.
Fashion Photographer at Raghunter
December 31, 2016 - August 28, 2025
Worked as a street photographer for 'Raghunter' fashion magazine based in the Middle East. Covered events such as Beirut Design Week and gained experience working with non-professional models in improvised settings.
Director, Producer, and Editor at Poetic Justice documentary
December 31, 2019 - August 28, 2025
Directed, produced and edited a 15-minute documentary set in Ketermaya, Lebanon about a heinous murder and subsequent revenge killing and lynching by a mob of angry residents.
Art Director, Props Master and Set Builder at Mummy Blue short film
December 31, 2019 - August 28, 2025
Served as art director, props master, and set builder for the short film ‘Mummy Blue’ in London. Managed a £1000 budget and developed strong relationships with vendors and prop shops.
Director and Producer at Merry Go Round short film
December 31, 2017 - August 28, 2025
Directed and produced a drama short film about a man trying to make himself feel something, later selected for ‘Maskoon Film Festival’, the Arab's first genre film festival.
Data Manager & Post Production Coordinator at MBC Studios and SADA F
January 1, 2023 - Present
Managed post-production data workflow and coordinated between production and post teams for the series 'Compound 75', Riyadh.
Co-creator at Shahid
January 1, 2023 - October 3, 2025
Produced, shot and supervised a 10-episode series 'Bloopers', based on events behind the scenes of the 'Al Mirath' production; currently streaming on Shahid.
Assistant Director at MBC Studios and SADA F
January 1, 2021 - October 3, 2025
Assistant director and script supervisor on the 'Al Mirath' series; on-set continuity management; ensured efficient communication between production and post-production teams.
Content Creator at Kitchen of Hope
January 1, 2020 - Present
Content creator / videographer for the Beirut-based charity Kitchen of Hope; produced daily home-cooked meals for families affected by the Beirut explosion.
Art Director / Props Master / Set Builder at Mummy Blue (Short Film) – London Film School
January 1, 2019 - October 3, 2025
Art Director, Props Master and Set Builder for short film 'Mummy Blue'; worked with a £1,000 budget; built relationships with vendors and props shops.
Fashion Photographer at Raghunter
January 1, 2016 - Present
Fashion photographer for a Middle Eastern fashion magazine; covered Beirut Design Week; gained experience approaching people on the street and working with non-professional models in improvised settings.

Education

MA in Directing at MET Film School, London
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
BA in Filmmaking at Académie Libanaise des Beaux-Arts, Beirut
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018
MA in Directing at MET Film School, London
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
BA in Filmmaking at Académie Libanaise des Beaux-Arts, Beirut
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018
MA in Directing at MET Film School, London
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
BA in Filmmaking at Académie Libanaise des Beaux-Arts
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization