Tarek Salah
Arlington,VA
Summary
Experienced technical team manager adept at overseeing complex projects. Skilled in problem-solving, system maintenance, and troubleshooting. Successfully implemented new technologies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency. Consistently drove team performance and delivered high-quality technical solutions.
Highly productive and efficient Creative TV Director with expertise in storyboarding, crew management, and post-production techniques. Demonstrated communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills ensure successful project completion from conception to broadcast.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Studio Director
Middle East Broadcasting Networks (AL Hurra TV)
Springfield, VA
02.2020 - Current
- Directed live and recorded news programs.
- Executed production of news telecasts in real-time and prerecorded formats.
- Collaborated with show directors to design layout of live broadcasts.
- Coordinated resources across departments to maximize productivity levels and studio bookings.
- Provided instruction on achieving desired effects through appropriate use of audio and visual elements like lighting, camera movement.
- Ensured proper operation of all communication systems
Studio Director & Vision Mixer Team Leader
Sky News Arabia
ABUDHABI, United Arab Emirates
01.2012 - 02.2020
- Directed live and recorded news programs.
- Kept a close eye on production operations, ensuring they met both quality and standards requirements.
- Generated recommendations for enhancing technical procedures to maximize resource utilization.
- Optimized media stage setups for peak performance in rehearsals, recordings, and live broadcasts.
- Evaluated potential technical obstacles and developed proactive solutions
- Provided guidance and coaching to project teams while overseeing task delegation, performance evaluation, and the pace of project advancement. Assisted in troubleshooting of broadcast systems including cameras, routing switchers, audio mixers and intercoms.
Technical Director
Abudhabi Media
Abudhabi, United Arab Emirates
08.2010 - 01.2012
- Directing live and recorded programs as a news director.
- Facilitated training sessions on SONY DFS-9800 for Vision Mixer Operators.
- Developed and executed technical methodologies for hosting live events.
- Monitored equipment for audio, video, lighting and rigging during rehearsals as well as performances.
- Ensured quality control of all production equipment.
- Assisted in designing lighting plots for live events.
Technical Director (Part Time)
Bein Sports
Doha, Qatar
05.2010 - 07.2010
- Served as Technical Director for English Sport studios during World Cup 2010.
- Covered World Cup event in multiple programs.
- Assisted production team in show preparation processes
Technical Director
TOWER MEDIA MIDDLE EAST (ALAAN TV)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
05.2006 - 06.2010
- Managed live and recorded news programs as a news director.
- Developed and implemented technical strategies for producing live events.
- Monitored audio, video, lighting, and rigging equipment during rehearsals and performances.
- Managed broadcast direction for numerous live television programs.
- Organized, prepared, and maintained equipment for shows and news bulletins.
Technical Director (Part Time)
Orbit Showtime Network (OSN)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
05.2006 - 05.2010
- Directed live technical operations for English Premier League matches
- Developed and implemented technical strategies for the production of live events.
- Monitored audio, video, lighting and rigging equipment during rehearsals and performances.
- Ensured quality control of all equipment used during productions.
- Performed troubleshooting on equipment to resolve any issues that arose during shows or rehearsals.
Technical Director (Part Time)
Middle East Broadcast Center (MBC)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Directing live talk show broadcasts.
- Collaborated across departments to achieve seamless technical system integration.
- Assisted post-production processes, focusing on video editing.
- Troubleshot and resolved problems with programs and systems.
- Operated video equipment and effects generators to meet fast-paced production demands.
- Coordinated between production, engineering and maintenance staff to allocate time in studio and editing facilities to different departments.
TV Director (Part Time)
Rotana
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Directed live talk show broadcasts.
- Managed camera setups, lighting systems, audio gear and video recording tools for shoots.
- Collaborated with producers and writers for compliance with network standards.
- Provided regular updates to executive producers on show progress
Assistant Director
DUBAI BUSINESS CAHNNE
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Assisting in directing both live and recorded programs
Education
High School Diploma -
Mohammed Ben Rashid High School
Dubai - United Arab Emirates06-1999
Skills
- Effective Team Collaboration
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Training courses in Sony, Grays Valley, Synergy Ross, Panasonic, 4A Switchers, Avid (iNews), VIZRT & Harris Products
- Location Assessment Skills
- Scheduling Coordination & Crew direction
- Field production & Project Management
Languages
Arabic
Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Studio Director
Middle East Broadcasting Networks (AL Hurra TV)
02.2020 - Current
Studio Director & Vision Mixer Team Leader
Sky News Arabia
01.2012 - 02.2020
Technical Director
Abudhabi Media
08.2010 - 01.2012
Technical Director (Part Time)
Bein Sports
05.2010 - 07.2010
Technical Director
TOWER MEDIA MIDDLE EAST (ALAAN TV)
05.2006 - 06.2010
Technical Director (Part Time)
Orbit Showtime Network (OSN)
05.2006 - 05.2010
Technical Director (Part Time)
Middle East Broadcast Center (MBC)
01.2006 - 01.2008
TV Director (Part Time)
Rotana
01.2006 - 01.2008
Assistant Director
DUBAI BUSINESS CAHNNE
01.2000 - 01.2005
High School Diploma -
Mohammed Ben Rashid High School
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