I'm Karim Emad, a Broadcast Creative Lead with 15+ years of experience across the Middle East, specializing in on-air promotion, creative services, and post-production leadership for television and news networks. I’ve led teams to craft high-impact promos and branding systems, delivering content that strengthens channel identity and viewer engagement. I’ve developed 100+ broadcast graphics packages, shortened delivery timelines by up to 30%, and bring hands-on experience in shooting, directing, and editing on location when needed. I thrive in fast-paced editorial environments, collaborating closely with editors, producers, and technical teams to streamline workflows and ensure a cohesive, on-brand output across multiple platforms.

Karim Emad

I'm Karim Emad, a Broadcast Creative Lead with 15+ years of experience across the Middle East, specializing in on-air promotion, creative services, and post-production leadership for television and news networks. I’ve led teams to craft high-impact promos and branding systems, delivering content that strengthens channel identity and viewer engagement. I’ve developed 100+ broadcast graphics packages, shortened delivery timelines by up to 30%, and bring hands-on experience in shooting, directing, and editing on location when needed. I thrive in fast-paced editorial environments, collaborating closely with editors, producers, and technical teams to streamline workflows and ensure a cohesive, on-brand output across multiple platforms.

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I’m Karim Emad, a Broadcast Creative Lead with 15+ years of experience across the Middle East, specializing in on-air promotion, creative services, and post-production leadership for television and news networks. I’ve led teams to craft high-impact promos and branding systems, delivering content that strengthens channel identity and viewer engagement. I’ve developed 100+ broadcast graphics packages, shortened delivery timelines by up to 30%, and bring hands-on experience in shooting, directing, and editing on location when needed.

I thrive in fast-paced editorial environments, collaborating closely with editors, producers, and technical teams to streamline workflows and ensure a cohesive, on-brand output across multiple platforms.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Head of Graphics Department at United Media Services
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Lead the graphics department for news channels, overseeing on-air promotion, creative services, and visual graphics strategy.
Senior On-Air Promotion Producer at United Media Services
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Produced on-air promotional content for multiple networks, coordinating with creative teams and production schedules.
Promo Producer at Rotana Media Group
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Created promotional materials and campaigns for Rotana's channels.
Promo Producer at CBC Egypt
February 1, 2020 - February 1, 2020
Produced promotional content for CBC Egypt.
Co-Founder & Head of Post Productions at Point of View Productions
July 1, 2019 - July 1, 2019
Co-founded the production company and led post-production workflows.
Video Editor at OSN
May 1, 2014 - May 1, 2014
Edited video content for OSN channels and promotional materials.
Freelance Editor (Documentary Films) at Al Jazeera Media Network
December 1, 2010 - December 1, 2010
Freelance editor for documentary films.
Freelance Video Editor at Abu Dhabi Media
January 1, 2025 - Present
Executing high-end video editing for broadcast platforms aligned with network standards and collaborating with production teams to deliver engaging content under tight deadlines.
Senior Promo Producer (Team Lead) at United Media Services - News Sector (AlQahera News, ExtraNews)
August 1, 2020 - September 1, 2025
Led on-air promotion and promo production for major news channels; managed a team of producers, editors, and designers; developed 100+ broadcast graphics packages and branding systems; reduced delivery turnaround time by 30%. On-demand, acted as a one-man crew shooting, directing, and editing end-to-end; executed on-location promos, interviews, and branded content.
Promo Producer at Rotana Media Group
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Produced 50+ promotional assets for TV channels; handled full-cycle promo production including shooting, directing, and editing.
Promo Producer at CBC Egypt
October 1, 2018 - February 1, 2020
Created 80+ on-air promos and branding assets; worked as a one-man crew on multiple projects under tight deadlines.
Co-Founder & Head of Post Production at Point of View Productions
April 1, 2014 - July 1, 2019
Led post-production teams of up to 30 members; supervised editing and motion graphics delivery.
Video Editor at OSN
February 1, 2006 - May 1, 2014
Edited 1,000+ hours of broadcast content.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management at Cairo University
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007
Bachelor's Degree at Cairo University
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment