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I am Talaat Shourab, a TV Director, Digital Media Specialist, and Cinematographer with 20+ years of international experience across television production, live broadcasting, sports media, film production, and digital content strategy. I excel at bridging studio and field operations, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering data-driven content decisions that resonate with global audiences.
I specialize in creating high-impact broadcast, digital, and OTT content, with a focus on studio workflows, live production, and strategic content optimization for multi-platform distribution.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
Portuguese
Intermediate
Work Experience
Digital Media Specialist at META
January 1, 2025 - PresentIncreased social media engagement by 30% through SEO-driven digital campaigns and video content strategy. Managed multi-platform digital and broadcast-style content and analyzed performance metrics to optimize reach and ROI.
Digital Marketing Specialist at GOOGLE
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025Boosted website traffic by 25% using SEO-driven video and content campaigns. Led cross-functional teams across video production, sports media, and creative strategy.
Sports Reporter & Producer at SPORTRADAR
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023Produced and directed live sports broadcasts reaching over 1M viewers across TV and digital platforms. Increased social media engagement by 40% through highlights and interactive content.
Film Director & Producer at CREATIVE FILM ACADEMY
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022Directed narrative films and TV-format projects, managed budgets up to $500K, and supervised cinematography and post-production for award-nominated projects.
Film Director at DREAM TEAM DIRECTORS
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017Directed commercial, corporate, and broadcast content for TV and digital platforms.
TV Director at ABU DHABI TV
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2012Directed live and recorded television programs, managed studio and field productions, and supervised production crews and technical teams.
TV Director at EGYPTIAN RADIO & TELEVISION UNION – CHANNEL 6
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006Directed studio broadcasts and field reporting, coordinating post-production teams to ensure broadcast-quality delivery.
Sports Reporter & Producer | Sports Data Analyst at SPORTRADAR
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023Produced and directed live sports broadcasts reaching 1M+ viewers; conducted sports performance and match analysis using Sportradar data tools; developed real-time statistics, insights, and visual content for broadcasters; increased social media engagement by 40% through highlights and analytics-based content; collaborated with editorial, data, and production teams.
Channel 6 – TV Director at EGYPTIAN RADIO & TELEVISION UNION
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006Directed studio broadcasts and field reports. Coordinated post-production and quality assurance teams. Ensured compliance with broadcast standards.
Education
MA Film Directing at Los Angeles Film School
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026BA Film Directing at University of Southern California (USC)
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026BA Fine Arts at Cairo University
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026MA Film Directing at Los Angeles Film School, USA
January 11, 2030 - February 8, 2026BA Film Directing at University of Southern California (USC), USA
January 11, 2030 - February 8, 2026BA Fine Arts at Cairo University, Egypt
January 11, 2030 - February 8, 2026MA Film Directing at Los Angeles Film School, USA
January 11, 2030 - February 8, 2026BA Film Directing at University of Southern California (USC), USA
January 11, 2030 - February 8, 2026BA Fine Arts at Cairo University, Egypt
January 11, 2030 - February 8, 2026Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
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