I have over 17 years of experience in media and entertainment, specializing in film production, music composition, and directing. My career journey began in 2008, and since then, I have worked on numerous local and international projects, particularly in Saudi Arabia and Egypt. Recently, I earned a master's degree in Media from a Saudi university and a PhD focusing on media arts, which complements my practical experience and strengthens my academic background. Throughout my career, I have collaborated in various capacities including directing, producing, editing, and composing soundtracks for film and TV. I have a strong passion for storytelling through visual arts and sound, and I continuously strive to push creative boundaries in media production. I am fluent in Arabic and have intermediate proficiency in English, which supports my participation in regional and international projects.

Faisal Elshennawy

I have over 17 years of experience in media and entertainment, specializing in film production, music composition, and directing. My career journey began in 2008, and since then, I have worked on numerous local and international projects, particularly in Saudi Arabia and Egypt. Recently, I earned a master's degree in Media from a Saudi university and a PhD focusing on media arts, which complements my practical experience and strengthens my academic background. Throughout my career, I have collaborated in various capacities including directing, producing, editing, and composing soundtracks for film and TV. I have a strong passion for storytelling through visual arts and sound, and I continuously strive to push creative boundaries in media production. I am fluent in Arabic and have intermediate proficiency in English, which supports my participation in regional and international projects.

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I have over 17 years of experience in media and entertainment, specializing in film production, music composition, and directing. My career journey began in 2008, and since then, I have worked on numerous local and international projects, particularly in Saudi Arabia and Egypt. Recently, I earned a master’s degree in Media from a Saudi university and a PhD focusing on media arts, which complements my practical experience and strengthens my academic background.

Throughout my career, I have collaborated in various capacities including directing, producing, editing, and composing soundtracks for film and TV. I have a strong passion for storytelling through visual arts and sound, and I continuously strive to push creative boundaries in media production. I am fluent in Arabic and have intermediate proficiency in English, which supports my participation in regional and international projects.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Intermediate

Work Experience

Film Director and Producer at Various Media and Production Companies
January 1, 2008 - Present
Directed and produced multiple films and media projects focusing on cultural, scientific, and social themes. Managed teams in Saudi Arabia and Egypt to deliver creative storytelling through documentaries, drama, and film production. Involved in writing, editing, and sound composition for multimedia projects targeting local and regional audiences.
Media Lecturer and Academic Researcher at University in Saudi Arabia
January 1, 2010 - Present
Lectured in media and communication departments, teaching courses in media production, film studies, and audio-visual editing. Led research activities focusing on electronic media, sound design, and cross-cultural media production. Developed course contents and supervised student projects while contributing to academic publications.

Education

PhD in Media Studies at University in Saudi Arabia
January 1, 2018 - June 1, 2024
Master's Degree in Media Studies at University in Saudi Arabia
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
Bachelor's Degree in Media at Faculty of Arts, Helwan University, Egypt
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2000

Qualifications

TOT Trainer Certificate
January 1, 2017 - September 1, 2025
Advanced Media Workshop Certificate
January 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education