Tamer Abdelaal
Producer Director Content Acquisition
Summary
Creative media professional with over 20 of years of experience driving compelling content for multiple networks in a variety of topics from Sports to business. Proven track record in leading creative teams, executing editorial vision, and elevating storytelling through strong collaboration and strategic planning. Passionate about improving processes, cultivating team growth, and creating content that informs, engages, and inspires. A self-aware team player committed to shared success and organizational excellence.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Freelance Producer
Freelance Producer, Contenet & Talent Acquistion
Various Cities
10.2014 - Current
- Led a creative team of writers and producers, overseeing content ideation, scripting, and execution for a variety of projects including series, live events, and digital documentaries.
- Spearheaded the evolution of the brand’s narrative voice and tone, shaping the storytelling style to resonate with target audiences.
- Mentored junior creatives, fostering a collaborative environment and encouraging risk-taking in creative execution.
- Streamlined development processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing scalable solutions, resulting in improved turnaround time and higher content consistency.
- Clients include BEIN Sports, Rotana Network, Arab Radio & Television, CNBC, Dubai Government, and Egyptian Radio and Television Union
Director of Production
CNBC Arabiya
06.2003 - 09.2014
- Developed productions for diverse formats, including business news programs, branded Business Event & Conference live broadcasts, feature stories, consistently delivering high-engagement narratives.
- Worked closely with directors and editors to bring written concepts to life through visual storytelling.
- Pitched and developed original concepts that were greenlit and successfully produced into recurring content formats.
- Supported project timelines and ensured scripts aligned with brand guidelines and audience expectations.
- Recognized for taking initiative in identifying creative roadblocks and proposing actionable solutions to enhance final output.
Production Director
Dubai Business Channel
02.2001 - 06.2003
- Developed productions for diverse formats, including business news programs, branded Business Event & Conference live broadcasts, feature stories, consistently delivering high-engagement narratives.
- Worked closely with directors and editors to bring written concepts to life through visual storytelling.
- Pitched and developed original concepts that were greenlit and successfully produced into recurring content formats.
- Supported project timelines and ensured scripts aligned with brand guidelines and audience expectations.
- Recognized for taking initiative in identifying creative roadblocks and proposing actionable solutions to enhance final output.
Director of Sports Production
Arab Radio & Television
09.1993 - 02.2001
- Developed productions for diverse formats, including business news programs, branded Business Event & Conference live broadcasts, feature stories, consistently delivering high-engagement narratives.
- Worked closely with directors and editors to bring written concepts to life through visual storytelling.
- Pitched and developed original concepts that were adopted and successfully produced into recurring content formats
- Supported project timelines and ensured scripts aligned with brand guidelines and audience expectations.
- Recognized for taking initiative in identifying creative roadblocks and proposing actionable solutions to enhance final output.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication (TV & Journalism)
American University in Cairo
Cairo Egypt 09.1985 - 06.1990
Skills
Story Development
Producing
Directing
Creative Team Leadership
Multi-Platform Content Strategy
Content Acquisition
Talent Acquisition
Vision Execution
Selected Projects
- Producer/Director World Cup 1994, 1998 Studio broadcasts
- Producer/Director Formula One ART Sports
- Producer/Director Dubai business channel various live conference coverages
Tools And Platforms
- Final Draft
- Celtx
- Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Audition, After Effects)
- Trello
- Asana
- Notion
- Google Workspace
- Slack
- Airtable
Timeline
Freelance Producer
Freelance Producer, Contenet & Talent Acquistion
10.2014 - Current
Director of Production
CNBC Arabiya
06.2003 - 09.2014
Production Director
Dubai Business Channel
02.2001 - 06.2003
Director of Sports Production
Arab Radio & Television
09.1993 - 02.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Communication (TV & Journalism)
American University in Cairo
09.1985 - 06.1990