Jihane Ghostine

ad011e@r.postjobfree.com • 203-***-**** • Weston, CT

www.linkedin.com/in/jihaneghostine • https://vimeo.com/jihaneghostine • https://creatively.life/Jihane Senior Producer/Executive Producer

An experienced and talented project leader and manager with an extensive vocational background with domestic and foreign creative agencies and production companies. A recognized creative expert at digital, print, radio, and television production. Proficient in client relationships, leadership, and all production aspects of the creative agency profession. Relocated to the US in 2018 and acquired Green Card in 2019 enabling access to employment opportunities. Possess extensive production and post-production experience in Dubai, Lebanon & Paris. Fluent in English, French, and Arabic.

• Project Management

• Production Consultancy

• Staffing & Mentoring

• Extensive Social Media Skills

• Video, 2D-3D/CGI, Audio &

Photography Production

• Expert in Advertising, Documentaries,

Video Clips & Short movies

• 360 & VR Production

• Editing & Post-Production

• A to Z Production Execution

• Budgeting, Scheduling & Tracking

Career Experience

Freelance Senior Broadcast Producer, Area23, New York, USA 202*-****-****

2021

• Staffed & prepared budgets, schedules, production books, call sheets for every location. 2020

2018

• Managed & oversaw production and post-production of innovative creative in the healthcare space.

• Worked with creative teams to ensure their vision is brought to life and that production values are met.

• Created and managed scope, schedules, expectations, and budget to ensure best in class productions.

• A-Z management of production & post-production for live shoots and Animations. Freelance Visual Effects Producer, Chimney, New York, USA

• Led VFX team

• Scheduled the pipeline

• Liaise with client

• Worked with MD on actuals

• General project management

Freelance Senior Line Producer, Current Resident, Minneapolis, USA

• Pre-produced & produced a documentary for Vireo Health about medicinal Cannabis.

• Planned & coordinated all logistical aspects of shooting in different states (MN, NY, MD, AZ, PR & NV).

• Teamed with directors and liaised between the crew and the client to attain artistic vision for the film.

• Managed, executed & supervised the entire production process.

• Vireo Health, “Horizon Focus” documentary was the Bronze Winner at the Clio Awards 2021. Freelance Senior Line Producer, Revisionist Films, Bridgeport, CT

• Prepared and produced two television commercials for the Connecticut Education Association (CEA).

• Scheduled shoots and film set up. Interacted with the talents and production crew to plan activities.

• Observed payroll and production costs to ensure compliance with approved budgets.

• Utilized TiM digital onboarding software with all crew members. Freelance Executive Producer, Beirut, Lebanon

• Managed video production of a Case Study for Unicef from initial production meetings to delivery.

• Developed control structures to manage costs.

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• Supervised a 50+-member production team. Identified concerns and problems and provided effective solutions to maintain productivity.

• Selected actors, crew members, and directors for production activities. Procured equipment, services, supplies, and resources for productions.

• Oversaw the creation process to guarantee the project appropriately conveyed the brand message, was impactful and contained relevant content.

• Guided production and post-production activities, which encompassed schedules and production contributions.

• Ensured the short movie was delivered on time & within budget.

• The UNICEF Case Study titled “Teach You A Lesson” was shortlisted at the Dubai Lynx Awards in 2019 and received an Effie Award for the Middle East and Africa in 2018. Senior Creative Producer, Giga Works, Dubai, United Arab Emirates 2015 – 2018

• Planned all VR and 360 video shoots both on location and in the studio. Oversaw production through all stages from the initial creative concept to client final delivery.

• Directed and coordinated all VR and 360 post-production activities, which incorporated compositing, motion graphics design, video editing, audio editing, and quality control reviews. Freelance Production Consultant, Murphy Cobb & Associates, Dubai, UAE 2015 – 2018

• Implemented project budgets and oversaw production costs. Audited, evaluated, and monitored expenses.

• Enabled clients to maximize their revised and reduced budgets to meet their creative target in more effective ways.

• Performed production consulting and project planning in AV/broadcast, online content, integrated campaigns, print, activations, and other channels.

• Assisted clients gain maximum value for marketing and communication investments through revising and reducing production costs while maintaining, and sometimes elevating, the quality of their final project. 2015

• Produced audio-visual projects, including filmed & animated commercials, documentaries, radio spots and photo shoots.

• Oversaw the entire production process from the initial concept to final cut and delivery.

• Participated extensively in animation, CGI, and post-production activities.

• Clients included Apple, Infiniti, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Nissan, PepsiCo, and Standard Chartered.

• Louvre Abu Dhabi was the Silver Dolphin winner in the Visitor Films/Corporate Films and Videos category at the Cannes Corporate Media and TV Awards.

Head of TV Production, Publicis, Dubai, United Arab Emirates 2013 – 2015

• Prepared project budgets and closely scrutinized production expenses.

• Planned on location and studio audio recordings, photoshoots, and video shoots.

• Supervised the entire production from initial set-up to completion.

• Managed the production operation, which involved hiring, training, scheduling, and supervision. Interfaced with network executives to identify and promote the mission and vision.

• Monitored key performance indicators (KPI) to guarantee on-track status.

• Resolved problems that occurred during production and maintained outstanding quality levels.

• Clients included L’Oréal and Nestlé.

Freeland Senior TV Producer, TBWA\RAAD, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Jihane Ghostine

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Prior roles: Regional Head Agency Producer, Drive Dentsu, Beirut, Lebanon(2010-2013)-Freelance Agency Producer, M&C Saatchi in Beirut, Lebanon (2010 – 2011) - Head of Audio-Visual Production & lead Editor, Young & Rubicam Beirut, Lebanon (2002 – 2010).

Education

Master of

Cinematography and Audio/Visual Production

Académie Libanaise Des Beaux Arts

Training

Short Films Production Profil/France (2000)

AICP (Association of Independent Commercial Producers) Production Training Seminar/New York City (2019)

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