Walid El-Sayed

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Technical Production Manager @ Versant Media
Springfield, VA, US
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About Walid El-Sayed

Over 3 decades of US and international media experience working for some of the world’s most successful television stations and production and distribution companies. Overlooked the development, broadcasting and operations of many international network departments by taking ownership and providing solutions in a timely manner. Able to work under pressure and think strategically to find immediate solutions. Experienced in diverse aspects of the media field such as managing promotional departments, directing non-fiction news and current affairs as well directing and producing creative video clips and comedy shows. Capable of overcoming obstacles by leading a successful team. Strong supervision skills in training and developing staff and a true believer in leading by example and coaching in the moment. Experienced in evaluations and performance reviews. Over 15 years of experience in scheduling and managing a team of over 50 people. A team player and problem solver with strong communication skills. Very exposed to budgeting and expense control. Excellent communication skills and management experience. • Supervised, produced and directed high profile international entertainment shows and documentaries in the Middle East.• Developed promotional strategies and marketing solutions while in charge of the promotional department of 18 channels. Managed 3 Bureaus of promotions producers and executive producers located in Cairo Egypt, Avezano Italy and Beirut Lebanon.• Managed and supervised large teams of studio directors, while organizing all areas of operations such as budgeting, scheduling, time management, evaluations, coaching and training.

Walid El-Sayed's Current Company Details
Versant Media

Versant Media

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Technical Production Manager
Springfield, VA, US
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versantmedia.com
Walid El-Sayed Work Experience Details
  • Versant Media
    Technical Production Manager
    Versant Media
    Springfield, Va, Us
  • Middle East Broadcasting Networks
    Director Of Production Operations
    Middle East Broadcasting Networks Jul 2023 - Present
    United States
    Manage day-to-day broadcast operations for Alhurra TV – including creating and implementing quality standards for directors, editors, studio and control room staff.Collaborate with engineering to verify/ensure technical requirements of the control room,and studio are met.Oversee and maintain technical aspects of the studio and control room, including maintaining the functioning and professional appearance of the studio set.Help create and implement standard operating procedures.Evaluate new technologies and make recommendations for budgeting/planning purposes.Administer annual performance reviews with direct reports.Identify and mentor top performers.
  • Middle East Broadcasting Networks
    Operations Manager
    Middle East Broadcasting Networks Apr 2017 - Jul 2023
    Springfield,Va
    As the Operations Manager I am directly responsible for the technical staffing of M.B.N's Production Studios. I manage M.B.N's production resources to accommodate daily productions and a variety of different weekly programs. Oversight included the Audio department, Lighting department,Video/Robotics department, Studio and Control room staff. M.B.N employs many production technicians for a 24 hour news and entertainment networks
  • Middle East Broadcasting Networks
    Newscast Director
    Middle East Broadcasting Networks Jan 2004 - Apr 2017
    Springfield,Va
    Direct productions for news and current affairs shows using the most advanced automated software (the Grass Valley Ignite ) in addition to regular control rooms staffed with technical operators.Create TMEs through Ignite to execute our News hits and Shows that fit the look of our networks.Manage technical staff during production and while working closely with producers and senior producers to execute better standards for programming.Assist in creating director schedules and scheduling strategies.
  • Mbc Group
    Studio Director Supervisor
    Mbc Group Oct 2002 - Feb 2004
    Dubai,U.A.E
    • Managed, assigned, supervised and trained 12 directors for two different networks Al-Arabiya and M.B.C.• Supervised the delivery of a 24/7 on-air and off-air shows which consisted of approximately 20 daily news shows and 4 one hour daily current affair shows in addition to news summaries for Al-Arabiya T.V.• Supervised the delivery of 2 daily main news shows and 3 current affairs shows for M.B.C.• Managed production operations, staff evaluations, expenses and team of directors. Recruited, coached, trained and supervised interns.
  • Nawafez ( Production House)
    General Supervisor & Tv Director/Producer
    Nawafez ( Production House) Jan 2001 - Jan 2002
    Alaain,U.A.E
    Managed the relationship and production process with Alain Sports Club in U.A.E to insure the editorial and artistic standards were met. • Supervised, prepared and produced 60 minutes weekly entertainment show produced specifically for Alain sports Club.• Supervised the delivery of 2 documentaries (Emarat Almadi wal hader and Madinat Al-Ain ).• Evaluated production process and provided advice to the production company to improve efficiencies and workflows. • Supervised and managed all operations, sales and production groups responsible for planning, production and execution of media contents.• Hired and supervised freelance talents and team.
  • Dubai Tv
    Free Lance Director
    Dubai Tv Jan 2000 - Jan 2001
    Dubai,U.A.E
    • Directed an interactive live show called (Dubai summer festival) on a daily basis for 3 months in 2000 and 2001.• Directed a daily 60 minutes live game show called Play and win (Sharik warbah) in 2000.• Directed 2 hours children’s live show on a daily basis called (Dubai summer festival for children) in 2000 and 2001..
  • New Tv
    Producer
    New Tv 2000 - 2001
    Beirut,Lebanon
    • Produced 30 half an hour religious chanting shows for Ramadan 2001called(Tarawih) on N.TV (New Television). • Produced a one hour show about a famous Lebanese actor called (Shoushou) on N.TV (New Television).
  • Nbn Television
    Producer
    Nbn Television 2000 - 2001
    Beirut,Lebanon
    • Produced 30 one hour Arabic musical shows called (Ghanily shway shway) broadcasted during Ramadan 2000 on N.B.N (National Broadcasting Network). • Produced a segment of 5-10 minutes violin musical pieces played by Nidaa Abu-Mrad for N.B.N (National Broadcasting Network).
  • Art ( Arab Radio & Television)
    Head Of Promotion Department
    Art ( Arab Radio & Television) Jan 1998 - Jan 1999
    Cairo,Egypt.
    Managed the relationship and production and delivery process with 18 ART networks to ensure editorial standards were met within budgetary requirements and all promotions were delivered to the networks requirements.• Managed/Bureau chief 3 promotions departments stated in Cairo-Egypt, Beirut-Lebanon & Avezano-Italy.• Supervised the delivery of promotions and promotional campaigns of over 50 promotions produced daily for ART 18 networks. Approved budgets, schedules and deliverables with each network’s requirement.• Evaluated production process and provided advice to producers on how to meet the networks creative asset deliverable requirements most efficiently.• Supervised and trained promotions department managers to complete their job responsibilities. • Launched promotional campaigns for 2 new religious and educational networks. (Iqraa and Distance education)• scheduled and managed a team of over 50 people • Recruited and managed interns.
  • Rotana Media Services Holding
    Free Lance Director/Producer
    Rotana Media Services Holding Jan 1993 - Jan 1998
    Beirut,Lebanon
    • Produced video clips for famous Arab singers (George Wassouf, Najwa Karam, Alaa Zalzali, Pascal Mashaalani, Pascal Saker, Hani Alomary…) • Directed music festivals for famous Arab singers. (Diana Haddad, Alaa Zalzali, Hany Alomary…)• Produced 3 TV shows (Alcamera alkhafiya, Akhbar alfan and Video clips behind the scene).
  • Lbc (Lebanese Broadcasting  Corp)
    Free Lance Producer
    Lbc (Lebanese Broadcasting Corp) Jan 1992 - Jan 1993
    Beirut,Lebanon
    Produced and edited a sitcom called (Bala Zakzaki).
  • Mtv Lebanon
    Creative Department
    Mtv Lebanon Jan 1991 - Jan 1992
    Beirut,Lebanon
    • Produced and edited promotions and promotional campaigns.• Scheduled editing, music and graphic sessions for producers.
  • Lbc
    Producer Of Promotions
    Lbc Jun 1988 - Nov 1990
    Adma.Lebanon
    Produced and edited promotions for the network.

Walid El-Sayed Skills

Broadcast Television Video Broadcast Television Video Production Media Production Producing Videography Film Documentaries Camera Video Editing Public Relations Sound Entertainment Broadcast Journalism New Media Hd Video Post Production Film Production Avid Web Video Screenwriting Technical Direction Final Cut Pro Commercials Directing Broadcasting Dept Non Linear Editing Tv Director Field Producing Camera Operating Avid Media Composer Lighting Storytelling Digital Video Radio Reality Digital Media Tv Production Radio Producing Video Post Production Head Of Promotions Dept

Walid El-Sayed Education Details

  • Lebanese University                                  Beirut
    Lebanese University Beirut
    Public Relations; Publicity

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