Ali Salloum
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Accomplished filmmaker, director, producer, and editor with over 25 years of experience in feature films, television, commercials, live events, and corporate media across the Middle East. Proven expertise in leading creative teams, overseeing production and post-production, and delivering award-winning content for prestigious brands and institutions.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Founder & General Manager
Fast Forward Productions LLC
2021.01 - 2025.04
- Produced, directed, and edited high-profile projects for entities such as:
- NPO (National Projects Office) – Union Day 50, 51, 52, 53
- Federal Authority for Protocol and Strategic Narrative (FAPSN) – G7 Summit video
- Image Nation Abu Dhabi – “Al Eid Eiden”, “Qasr Al Hosn”, TDC
- Done + Dusted – President’s Cup, Union Day events
- Evolution Events – COP28, TAWAZUN, HIPA, UAE Food Bank, DPW, etc.
- People Creative, Breakout Films, DKL Productions, Miles Studios, Filmgates Productions, What If Studios, Electric Films, Twofour54
Senior Post-Production Producer / Senior Editor
twofour54
Abu Dhabi
2013.01 - 2021.01
Film & TV Services, twofour54, Abu Dhabi | 2013 – 2021
- Lead editor on major national projects, including UAE 47th National Day event (“This is Zayed, This is the UAE”).
- Edited feature films “Scales” (dir. Shahad Ameen) and “From A to B” (dir. Ali F. Mostafa).
- Post-Production Supervisor and VFX Supervisor for Iftah Ya Sim Sim (Seasons 1 & 2).
- Edited documentaries, TV programs, live shows, TVCs, corporate videos, and short films featured at international festivals.
Video Post-Production Supervisor / Senior Editor
twofour54 Intaj
2009.01 - 2013.01
Intaj, twofour54, Abu Dhabi | 2009 – 2013
- Supervised offline post-production across a wide range of genres.
- Edited projects nominated in regional film festivals (ADFF, DIFF, Tropfest).
Creative Manager
Q Vision Productions
Kuwait
2009.01 - 2009.12
- Led creative rebranding for RITMO TV (Khaleeji/Indi music channel).
Senior Promo Producer / Promotion Manager
Alrai TV
Kuwait
2006.01 - 2008.12
- Won awards at Promax Arabia for outstanding scripting and editing.
Senior Promo Producer
Dubai Media Incorporated (DMI)
2004.01 - 2006.12
- Key team member during the launch of Dubai TV, One TV, Sama Dubai, and Dubai Sports Channel.
- Promax Arabia winner for creative excellence.
Producer / Director / Editor / 3D Animator
RTI
1998.01 - 2003.12
- Produced over 50 commercials; led channel branding initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Arts
Saint Joseph University (IESAV)
1994.09 - 1998.02
Skills
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- After Effects
- Photoshop
- DaVinci Resolve
- Microsoft Office
Accomplishments
- Finalist, Happiness Film Award – Best Film, 2018
- Winner, Digital Studio Awards – Best Editing for “From A to B”, 2015
- Finalist, Tropfest Arabia, 2012 (Director, “Who Am I”)
- Winner, Tropfest Arabia – Best Actor, “A Smile”, 2011
- Winner, Promax Arabia – Best Script (Silver), “Al Ikhtiyar Al Saab”, 2007
- Winner, Promax Arabia – Best Editing (Silver), “AAKS”, 2006
- Winner, Future TV Award – Best Student Movie, 1998
Connect
- Https://alisalloum.ae
- Https://fastforward.ae
- Https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5150535/
Languages
Arabic
English
French
Timeline
Founder & General Manager
Fast Forward Productions LLC
2021.01 - 2025.04
Senior Post-Production Producer / Senior Editor
twofour54
2013.01 - 2021.01
Video Post-Production Supervisor / Senior Editor
twofour54 Intaj
2009.01 - 2013.01
Creative Manager
Q Vision Productions
2009.01 - 2009.12
Senior Promo Producer / Promotion Manager
Alrai TV
2006.01 - 2008.12
Senior Promo Producer
Dubai Media Incorporated (DMI)
2004.01 - 2006.12
Producer / Director / Editor / 3D Animator
RTI
1998.01 - 2003.12
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Arts
Saint Joseph University (IESAV)
1994.09 - 1998.02