I’m Mike Abi Khalil, a seasoned multi-camera and live-event camera operator with 15+ years of experience covering TV broadcasts, live shows, festivals, and major sports ceremonies across the Middle East. I’m responsible for camera setup, framing, on-site troubleshooting, and coordinating closely with the production team to ensure smooth, high-quality coverage. I also bring hands-on expertise in advanced live production workflows—working with rigs like SteadyCam, cranes, drones, and gimbals (including Lumal/related setups), and stepping into leadership when needed. From opening ceremonies and firework events to film and cultural festivals, I enjoy problem-solving under pressure and delivering reliable, cinematic results while collaborating with crews across languages and regions.…

Mike Abi Khalil

I’m Mike Abi Khalil, a seasoned multi-camera and live-event camera operator with 15+ years of experience covering TV broadcasts, live shows, festivals, and major sports ceremonies across the Middle East. I’m responsible for camera setup, framing, on-site troubleshooting, and coordinating closely with the production team to ensure smooth, high-quality coverage. I also bring hands-on expertise in advanced live production workflows—working with rigs like SteadyCam, cranes, drones, and gimbals (including Lumal/related setups), and stepping into leadership when needed. From opening ceremonies and firework events to film and cultural festivals, I enjoy problem-solving under pressure and delivering reliable, cinematic results while collaborating with crews across languages and regions.…

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I’m Mike Abi Khalil, a seasoned multi-camera and live-event camera operator with 15+ years of experience covering TV broadcasts, live shows, festivals, and major sports ceremonies across the Middle East. I’m responsible for camera setup, framing, on-site troubleshooting, and coordinating closely with the production team to ensure smooth, high-quality coverage.

I also bring hands-on expertise in advanced live production workflows—working with rigs like SteadyCam, cranes, drones, and gimbals (including Lumal/related setups), and stepping into leadership when needed. From opening ceremonies and firework events to film and cultural festivals, I enjoy problem-solving under pressure and delivering reliable, cinematic results while collaborating with crews across languages and regions.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
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Intermediate
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Language

Arabic
Fluent
French
Advanced
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Camera man at LBCI Lebanon — Cameraman | 2018-2024 Multi-camera coverage for live shows, promotions and major events
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2024
Multi-camera coverage for live shows, promotions, and major events. Responsible for camera setup, framing, on-site troubleshooting, and coordination with the production team to support seamless event execution.
Camera man at LBCI Lebanon
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2024
Responsible for multi-camera live coverage for shows, promotions, and major events. Handled camera setup, framing, on-site troubleshooting, and coordinated closely with the production team to ensure smooth broadcast execution.
Camera man at Charisma Group Production
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Served as camera operator for TV/MTV productions and event coverage. Supported production workflows with camera operation, framing, and on-location troubleshooting.
Camera man at MTV / Ahda'i Ahda'i
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Provided camera operation for broadcast production duties, contributing to framing, live shot coverage, and technical support during filming.
Camera man at MTV / Aghani Aghani
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Operated cameras for the TV show 'Aghani Aghani', ensuring reliable live/episode coverage through setup, framing, and coordination with the production team.
Camera man at Arabic TV
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Handled camera operation for broadcast production, including on-set coverage, framing, and collaboration with production teams.
Camera man at Arabia TV
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Worked as camera operator for Arabic TV productions, handling camera framing, on-site support, and multi-shoot coordination.
Camera man at OTV
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012
Camera operator for TV programming and coverage, supporting production teams with camera operation, framing, and event on-site troubleshooting.
Assistant Camera man at Studio Vision / Rotana
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
Assistant camera support for Studio Vision / Rotana projects from setup through on-set support. Assisted with camera rigs and shot execution while supporting the camera team.

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