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Zeina Bou Jaoude

Senior Video Editor
Montreal,QC
Zeina Bou Jaoude

Summary

Dynamic video editor with a passion for transforming concepts into compelling visual narratives through expert use of image, video, and sound. Proven track record of delivering high-quality projects tailored for both television and online platforms. Core competencies include editing, post-production, and collaboration with creative teams to achieve impactful results.

Seeking opportunities to elevate brand storytelling through innovative video content.

Overview

14
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelancer
Montreal, Québec

Senior Video Editor
09.2024 - Current

Job overview

DIFFERENT PRODUCTIONS
Beirut, Lebanon

Video Editor
06.2024 - 08.2024

Job overview

  • Edited episodes of Shark Tank Dubai – Season 2, for Dubai TV.
  • Collaborated with producers, directors, and other creatives on projects to ensure desired results.
  • Ensured final projects met quality standards and were delivered on schedule.

UNITE13
Montreal, Canada

Video Editor and Motion Designer
01.2020 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Edited corporate and training videos for the company’s clients.
  • Applied color correction techniques to ensure visual consistency across all projects.
  • Edited video by adding graphics, titles, audio and special effects.

SUGAR RUSH PRODUCTIONS
Beirut, Lebanon

Video Editor
05.2014 - 09.2020

Job overview

With this production company, I worked on a lot of projects ranging from reality to entertainment, transforming footage and assets to create compelling videos while focusing on the content, the music selection, and sound design. I always ensured final results met quality standards and were delivered on schedule.


09/2020 - 09/2020
. Worked on the entertainment TV show "Zahrat al Khaleej" for Abu Dhabi TV.
. Edited reports on local and international celebrities.


11/2019 - 03/2020
. Worked on a reality travel show for MBC, "Wain el Heen," Season 2. For me, that was a very challenging project, which made me thrive as a video editor.


03/2016 - 06/2016
. Worked on a TV program called "Action ya 3yal," season 1.
. Edited reports about high achievers, music bands, comedy sections, and intros for each episode.


06/2015 - 07/2015
. Edited reports for a pilot for MBC at MBC Studios.


01/2015 - 07/2015
. Worked on "Laish la Season 2" (reality show) TV program airing on MBC.
. Edited whole episodes of reality footage to create compelling images and stories.


05/2014 - 05/2014
. Worked on the TV Program: "Laish La" season 1 on MBC.
. Edited reports for the last episode of the reality show.

ARTABAN PRODUCTIONS
Vancouver, Canada

Video Editor
02.2017 - 03.2019

Job overview

  • Edited documentaries, TV commercials, corporate videos.
  • Ensured final projects met quality standards and were delivered on schedule.
  • Transformed footage and assets to create compelling videos and content.

LIFE STUDIOS, INC.
Vancouver, Canada

Video Editor
02.2017 - 11.2018

Job overview

  • Edited trailers for events happening all around Vancouver, such as fashion shows, weddings, galas, etc.
  • Transformed footage and assets to create compelling videos and content.
  • Ensured final projects met quality standards and were delivered on schedule.
  • Synced audio tracks with video clips for enhanced viewing experience.
  • Provided corrections for other video editors on their projects: documentaries, trailers, and reports.
  • Implemented color correction techniques to enhance the overall quality of videos.

The Talkies, VIP Films, Final Cut productions, Cityfilms, Alleycat, Wonderful Productions, Diwanee, Intermarkets, Clementine SAL, Wahem Productions
Beirut, Lebanon

Video Editor
07.2012 - 09.2016

Job overview

  • Edited: TV commercials, company showreels, documentaries, corporate videos, music videos, TV programs and web reports.
  • Implemented feedback from clients to refine and improve video edits.
  • Collaborated with producers, directors, and other creatives on projects to ensure desired results.
  • Worked closely with clients throughout the post-production process to ensure their satisfaction with the final product.
  • Selected and edited music tracks to complement visual content.

IMAGIC GROUP
Beirut, Lebanon

Segment Director and Senior Video Editor
09.2014 - 02.2016

Job overview

With this production company, I worked on many TV entertainment programs in team environments creating captivating reports and intros for each program.


10/2015 - 02/2016
. Directed and edited a reality TV program called "Fashion Star" for Dubai One.
. During the shoot, my crew consisted of a cameraman and a sound engineer; I worked with other directors to follow the candidates' work in their studio and shoot behind the scenes during live fashion shows.
. Edited whole episodes, reports on the candidates, clips, intros, etc.


09/2015 - 10/2015
. Worked on TV program: "Mohammad Abdo wa fanan alarab" In DUBAI.
. Edited reports on the candidates and intros.


10/2014 - 12/2014
. Worked on "Arabs Got Talent" Season 4 TV show.
. Edited candidate reports, clips, intros, etc.
. Focused a lot on content and music selection as well as sound effects to create dynamic and dramatic visuals.


09/2014 - 10/2014
. Worked on the "Laylit Ouns" TV program.
. Edited the biographies of movie stars and music legends.
. Edited videos by adding graphics, titles, audio and special effects.

PERIBA
Beirut, Lebanon

Video Editor
03.2014 - 04.2014

Job overview

  • I worked on the "HELWA" TV program.
  • Edited some reports and cases about plastic surgeries gone wrong.
  • Edited recorded segments to insert music, dialogue and sound effects.

THE FINAL CUT PRODUCTIONS
Dekwane, Lebanon

Video Editor
01.2013 - 03.2013

Job overview

  • Worked with local and international directors on TV commercials.
  • I edited the company’s showreel.
  • Collaborated with creative directors, graphic designers and producers to execute projects with precision and achieve project goals.
  • Ensured all projects were delivered on time and within budget constraints.
  • Implemented feedback from clients to refine and improve video edits.

SONY ENTERTAINMENT
Beirut, Lebanon

Video Editor
07.2012 - 12.2012

Job overview

  • Worked on 'The Voice' show for MBC.
  • Editing contestant reports, recaps, coming-ups, and intros for each episode.
  • Ensured final projects met quality standards and were delivered on schedule.
  • Edited raw footage into cohesive narratives using Avid Media Composer.

THE GATE POST PRODUCTIONS
Beirut, Lebanon

Video Editor
04.2010 - 06.2012

Job overview

  • Worked with local and international directors on TV commercials, documentaries, music videos and corporate videos broadcasted in many countries in the Middle East, Europe and America.
  • Collaborated with producers, directors, and other creatives on projects to ensure desired results.
  • Conducted film screenings for directors and members of production staff.
  • Selected and edited music tracks to complement visual content.
  • Edited video content using Final Cut Pro to match creative briefs.

CVS
Horsh Tabet, Lebanon

Web Designer
04.2009 - 05.2009

Job overview

  • Worked on website designs using Adobe Photoshop and Fireworks.

GREY WORLDWIDE
Beit Mery, Liban

Web Designer
09.2008 - 10.2008

Job overview

  • Worked in the creative department with the interactive team on animated banners and website designs.

ENDEMOL MIDDLE EAST
Beirut, Lebanon

Casting Coordinator
06.2008 - 08.2008

Job overview

  • Coordinated auditions and casting calls for television.
  • Conducted research on potential new talent for the upcoming TV show.

OTV
Beirut, Lebanon

CG Operator
09.2007 - 07.2008

Job overview

  • Worked alongside the news team, covering live news and talk shows.
  • Worked on the news graphics (operating programs: Adobe After Effects and Photoshop).
  • Worked on the script (Operating Program: CG Inscriber).

Education

Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK)
Lebanon

Bachelor degree from Visual Arts | Multimedia
09-2009

University Overview

Sainte Famille Francaise Fanar
Lebanon

BAC II from Life Science (SV)
06-2005

University Overview

Skills

  • Avid Media Composer
  • Final Cut Pro
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Adobe Suite: Photoshop
  • Adobe Suite: After Effects
  • Adobe Suite: Illustrator
  • Adobe Suite: Fireworks
  • Adobe Suite: Soundbooth
  • Pro Tools
  • 3D Max
  • Color correction and grading
  • Audio-to-video synchronization
  • Advanced editing techniques
  • Sound editing

Hobbies and Interests

Hobbies and Interests
  • Editing
  • Photography
  • Gaming
  • Film making
  • Music
  • Cinema
  • Dancing
  • Pilates
  • Outdoor Activities

Languages

French
Professional
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual

Showreel

Showreel

https://youtu.be/9Ta_HsuOFt0

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Work Preference

Work Type

Part TimeContract WorkFull Time

Work Location

Remote

Important To Me

Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPersonal development programsCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leaveTeam Building / Company Retreats

Timeline

Senior Video Editor
Freelancer
09.2024 - Current
Video Editor
DIFFERENT PRODUCTIONS
06.2024 - 08.2024
Video Editor and Motion Designer
UNITE13
01.2020 - 01.2023
Video Editor
ARTABAN PRODUCTIONS
02.2017 - 03.2019
Video Editor
LIFE STUDIOS, INC.
02.2017 - 11.2018
Segment Director and Senior Video Editor
IMAGIC GROUP
09.2014 - 02.2016
Video Editor
SUGAR RUSH PRODUCTIONS
05.2014 - 09.2020
Video Editor
PERIBA
03.2014 - 04.2014
Video Editor
THE FINAL CUT PRODUCTIONS
01.2013 - 03.2013
Video Editor
SONY ENTERTAINMENT
07.2012 - 12.2012
Video Editor
The Talkies, VIP Films, Final Cut productions, Cityfilms, Alleycat, Wonderful Productions, Diwanee, Intermarkets, Clementine SAL, Wahem Productions
07.2012 - 09.2016
Video Editor
THE GATE POST PRODUCTIONS
04.2010 - 06.2012
Web Designer
CVS
04.2009 - 05.2009
Web Designer
GREY WORLDWIDE
09.2008 - 10.2008
Casting Coordinator
ENDEMOL MIDDLE EAST
06.2008 - 08.2008
CG Operator
OTV
09.2007 - 07.2008
Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK)
Bachelor degree from Visual Arts | Multimedia
Sainte Famille Francaise Fanar
BAC II from Life Science (SV)
Zeina Bou JaoudeSenior Video Editor