Ziad El Haddad

Senior Operations and Technical Production Manager with 20+ years’ experience in producing international and local films, television and live productions in the MENA region. Combines a creative mindset for identifying business solutions with attention to details, agility, and technical skills. Extensive background overseeing end-to-end production processes including resource allocation, technical infrastructure, vendor and facility management through to budget oversight, health and safety compliance, and strategic objectives. Commercially minded with strong negotiation skills and the ability to align production strategy with business goals, driving client satisfaction and operational performance. Effective in managing external and internal relationships with stakeholders, successfully delivering large-scale productions whilst optimizing studio processes and delivering top-quality projects within tight timelines and budget. A proactive and forward-thinking leader, able to create successful teams that work within a framework of accountability through establishing and monitoring KPIs, encouraging creative thinking, excellence in performance and mentoring young professionals.