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Baha M. Al-Hussein, M.F.A.Film Editor, Director, & Producer
Professional Summary

With a Master of Fine Arts degree in Film Editing and Directing and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film & TV Directing, I have over 15 years of experience in the film industry. In addition to practical experience, I have spent more than eight years in film education and training, refining my expertise in the filmmaking process, story structures, and genres. I can balance creative and logistical considerations in filmmaking, prioritizing the emotional journey of a story while maintaining its logical storyline. My organizational skills allow me to work autonomously or as a team player, ensuring that projects are completed to the highest standards. I am a versatile asset to any organization seeking a skilled and experienced filmmaking educator.

Education
M.F.A. in Film Editing & Directing, Red Sea Institute of Cinematic Arts (RSICA)

The Master of Fine Arts Degree in Cinematic Arts

Specialization in Editing & Directing

2013Aqaba, Jordan
B.F.A. in Film & T.V. Directing, Higher Institute of Cinema

The Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in the Art of Cinema

Department of Film & T.V. Directing

2008Cairo, Egypt
Languages
Arabic

Native / Full working proficiency (C2, 4/4+)

English

Highly proficient in speaking and writing (B2-C1, 2/2+/3/3+)

Work Experience
Regional Training Department Manager, The Royal Film Commission - Jordan

The position involves managing advanced training and mentoring programs for filmmakers in the MENA region, including Rawi Screenwriters Lab, Med Film Factory, and Project Market Amman. It requires expertise in program design, planning, implementation, and promotion to elevate the skills and competencies of filmmakers in the industry. The role requires a passion for film and television and a commitment to fostering a creative and collaborative environment.

03/2019 – presentAmman, Jordan
Information Resources Center Director, The United States Embassy in Jordan

The IRC Director is responsible for directing and managing the center with duties that include producing social media content, documenting embassy events and activities, and ensuring the effective functioning of the IRC by providing timely access to information resources. Strong leadership, attention to detail, and excellent organizational and communication skills are required.

2017 – 2018Amman, Jordan
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Senior Video Editor, Queen Rania Foundation - Edraak

The Senior Video Editor is responsible for editing and producing high-quality educational video content for the MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses), collaborating with team members, and using technical skills in video editing, motion graphics, and project management. Creative storytelling, strong time management, and solid communication skills are required.

2016 – 2017Amman, Jordan
Film Producing Instructor, SAE Creative Media Institute

Responsible for teaching courses on film production, covering pre-production topics like financing, script pitching, and budgeting. Production topics like contracts, film set etiquette, and hazard assessment. And post-production topics such as packaging, distribution, and marketing. The position demands extensive knowledge of film production, effective communication skills, and the ability to convey complex information to students.

2015 – 2016Amman, Jordan
Film Advisor, The Royal Film Commission - Jordan

Support and advise filmmakers in Jordan, from brainstorming and ideation to script consultancy and development, pre-production, production, post-production, distribution, and marketing. Providing filmmakers with the help needed to produce quality films that can participate in regional and international film festivals.

2013 – 2016Amman, Jordan
Videos Director & Producer, The Jordanian Radio & Television Corporation

Responsible for overseeing the production of high-quality documentary and promotional video content. The role includes managing pre-production, filming, editing, and post-production processes to deliver compelling, engaging, and impactful videos. Strong leadership skills, creativity, technical proficiency, and excellent communication and organizational abilities are required for this position.

2009 – 2011Amman, Jordan
Production Unit Assistant, The Royal Cultural Theater

Assisting and coordinating the filming productions of the RCT's Documentation and Promotional Unit.

2003 – 2004Amman, Jordan
Projects
Editorial Committee, TOPLINE (Filmmaking e-Magazine)

TOPLINE is a specialized magazine in cinema featuring articles related to films and filmmaking. The RFC initiated this e-magazine in 2018, intending to provide quality cinematic content in Arabic and English, believing in the importance of enriching knowledge in film culture and filmmaking.

2019 – present
Film Editor, Open Hearts (Short Documentary)

A Syrian refugee family in Jordan faced hardship when their daughter needed heart surgery. Despite limited resources, they adopted five orphaned children, providing them with love, education, and shelter. The short documentary highlights the family's resilience and generosity in adversity.

2022 – 2023
Post-production Manager & Chief Editor, Gedha (Season 1, Reality Show)

Managed the post-production and editing of a highly anticipated, seven-episode, Bahraini military reality show.

2022
Instructor, Film Studies: Understanding Films (Online Workshop)

An eight days online workshop customized to the staff of the RFC. This course aimed to review the many variables of filmmaking, focusing on the choices a filmmaker must make when it came to staging, visual design, performance, sound, music, and editing. In each class, I screened excerpts from movies, focusing on a particular topic, followed by screening a full film.

2020 – 2021
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Festival Consultant, Amman International Film Festival - 2nd Edition (Film Festival)

Provided consultation and support for the programming (film selection), the Industry component (program content, selection of projects, and selection of jury), the fundraising, the submission requirements, marketing, audiovisual material, and documentation.

2021
Project Manager/ Executive Producer, Chronicles of Her (Feature Narrative)

An awards-winning gender-equality-themed anthology feature narrative film produced through a capacity-building program by the RFC and funded by UNESCO.

2019 – 2020
Instructor, Intro to Screenwriting (Online Workshop)

Three days online workshop customized to the RFC's staff. It laid the foundation for understanding the screenwriting craft through a series of explanations for fictional storytelling basics, supported by hands-on exercises and assignments.

2020
Film Editor, Between Heaven and Earth (Feature Narrative)

An award-winning film about a young married couple going through a divorce process when the husband finds out secrets about his past.

2018 – 2019
Instructor, A Journey in Filmmaking with Nadine Labaki (Online Course)

Online course instructor & designer of an online filmmaking course covering the different phases of film production starting from ideation to screening. Attended by more than 20K Arab learners.

2015
Post-production Manager & Editor, The Mission (Season 2, Reality Show)

Managed the post-production process and edited a reality show, a Bahraini version of Trump's The Apprentice, where a group of young entrepreneurs went through various business challenges.

2014
Film Editor, Eyes of a Thief (Feature Narrative)

An award-winning feature narrative about Tarek (Khalid Abu Alnaga) who aimlessly searches for his missing daughter, all while keeping a dangerous secret.

2013
Additional
Panelist, Qumra - Doha Film Institute (DFI), Qatar
2019 – present
TEDx Speaker, Princess Sumaya University for Technology (PSUT), Jordan
2023
Interview, Radio Jordan
2022
Interview, Sky News Arabia
2021
Interview, Alghad Newspaper
2021
Panelist, Malmö Arab Film Festival, Sweden
2021
Panelist, Through Women's Eyes International Film Festival, FL, U.S.A.
2021
Interview, Radio Jordan
2020
Guest Speaker, International Women's Film Festival in Salé, Morocco
2019
Guest Speaker, Carthage Film Festival, Tunisia
2019
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Skills
Final Cut Pro X
Adobe After Effects
Frame Forge
Frame.io
Avid Media Composer
Adobe Audition
Final Draft
DaVinci Resolve
Adobe Photoshop
Movie Magic Budgeting & Scheduling
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Illustrator
Pro Tools
References
Eric Barbee, Spokesperson of the U.S. Embassy in Jordan/ IO Attaché, Department of State
Ahmad Khatib, Head of Media Productions, Edraak
Najwa Najjar, Film Writer & Director, Ustura Films
Sharon Doyle, Screenwriting Professor, University of Southern California for Cinematic Arts
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