I am a multidisciplinary music producer and audiovisual creative director with experience in music & talent coordination at MTV/Paramount Berlin and in-house composition/sound editing for branded and documentary content. I develop concepts across sound, visuals, and live experiences—from composing and producing original music to playlist programming, brand activations, and cross-media collaborations. Multilingual (Arabic/English/German/Spanish/French/Italian) and comfortable leading cross-cultural projects across Europe and MENA.…

Farida Gasser

I am a multidisciplinary music producer and audiovisual creative director with experience in music & talent coordination at MTV/Paramount Berlin and in-house composition/sound editing for branded and documentary content. I develop concepts across sound, visuals, and live experiences—from composing and producing original music to playlist programming, brand activations, and cross-media collaborations. Multilingual (Arabic/English/German/Spanish/French/Italian) and comfortable leading cross-cultural projects across Europe and MENA.…

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I am a multidisciplinary music producer and audiovisual creative director with experience in music & talent coordination at MTV/Paramount Berlin and in-house composition/sound editing for branded and documentary content. I develop concepts across sound, visuals, and live experiences—from composing and producing original music to playlist programming, brand activations, and cross-media collaborations.

Multilingual (Arabic/English/German/Spanish/French/Italian) and comfortable leading cross-cultural projects across Europe and MENA.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
French
Intermediate
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Music & Talent Coordinator at MTV / Paramount
June 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025
Scouted and supported upcoming local and international artists for MTV Germany features. Conducted artist interviews (including Armin van Buuren, j-hope, Samara Cyn, Mark Ambor). Curated weekly B2B newsletter and supported internal editorial planning. Co-planned workflows for MTV EMAs and GSA artist nominations. Developed partnerships and cross-media activations with tours/festivals; coordinated on-site brand activations. Programmed and curated MTV playlists across genres and charts.
Founder, Event Producer & Creative Director at Bumbum Festival
January 1, 2025 - Present
Founded and creatively directed Bumbum, an underground electronic music festival, defining the concept, brand identity, and overall artistic vision. Led set design and spatial concept, creating immersive stages aligned with the festival’s aesthetic and narrative. Curated and booked artists while managing creative production, collaborators, budgets, and on-site execution end to end with the team.
Freelance Music Composer & Producer at Self-Employed International
January 1, 2022 - Present
Compose and produce original music for diverse briefs, adapting across musical styles. Collaborate with clients in Europe and MENA.
Music Composer & Sound Editor at TBD Media
May 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023
Produced 28 original sound tracks for an internal music library for trailers, promos, & documentaries. Collaborated with directors and producers on cue placement and overall artistic vision. Enhanced sound quality and supported sound design for edited content.
Production Assistant at TBD Media
April 1, 2021 - May 1, 2022
Coordinated 19 projects across pre- and post-production; ensured smooth delivery and sufficient resources. Planned bookings, call sheets, equipment, and schedules for producers, DOPs, editors, journalists, and directors.
Audiovisual Intern at PullProxy Label, Berlin
November 1, 2020 - April 1, 2021
Trend research, 10 trailer releases, social media assets.
Music Producer Intern at Recording Workshop (The RECW), Ohio
July 1, 2016 - December 1, 2016
Studio session setup (digital & analog).
Sound Engineer Intern at Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Alexandria
June 1, 2015 - September 1, 2015
Live recordings & mixes (incl. Cairokee).
Freelance Music Composer & Producer at Self-Employed / International
January 1, 2022 - Present
Compose and produce original music for diverse briefs, adapting across musical styles; collaborate with clients in Europe and MENA.

Education

MA at Catalonia College of Music (ESMUC), Barcelona
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
BA, Sound & Music Production at University of Applied Sciences, Darmstadt, Germany
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Music High School (Grade 9) at Musik Gymnasium Schloss Belvedere, Weimar, Germany
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
High School Diploma: German Abitur at Deutsch Schule Der Borromäerinnen, Alexandria, Egypt
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2014
MA, Composition of Soundtracks & Audiovisual Media at Catalonia College of Music (ESMUC), Barcelona
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
BA, Sound & Music Production at University of Applied Sciences, Darmstadt
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Music High School (Grade 9) at Musik Gymnasium Schloss Belvedere, Weimar
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
High School Diploma: German Abitur at Deutsch Schule Der Borromäerinnen, Alexandria, Egypt
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

Recording/Mixing Workshop (Core/Advanced Courses)
December 1, 2016 - January 12, 2026
ABRSM Music Diploma Certificate
June 1, 2014 - January 12, 2026
Italian & Art course - Michelangelo Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
NYSMF Music theory & workshops
June 1, 2008 - January 12, 2026
Recording/Mixing Workshop (Core/Advanced Courses) - The RECW, Ohio, USA
December 1, 2016 - December 1, 2016
ABRSM Music Diploma Certificate
June 1, 2014 - June 1, 2014
Italian & Art course - Michelangelo Institute, Florence, Italy
July 1, 2014 - January 12, 2026
NYSMF Music theory & workshops - NYSMF, Oneonta, New York, USA
July 1, 2008 - January 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services

Skills

Experience Level