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Cinematography
Master visual composition, artistic lighting design, lens selection, depth of field control, and narrative visual storytelling.
24+ Years of Experience
HAITHAM SAMY ABDEL MONEM
Director and Director of Photography
Accomplished Director and Director of Photography with over 24 years of professional experience, specializing in narrative drama, commercial visual design, documentary storytelling, studio lighting, and precision sports action photography.
ABOUT
DIRECTOR & DOP
24+ YRS EXP
HAITHAM SAMY ABDEL MONEM
Director & Director of Photography • Egyptian Television
Professional Career & Experience
Haitham Samy Abdelmonem is an accomplished Director and Director of Photography with more than 24 years of dedicated professional experience in television and visual media.
Throughout his career at Egyptian Television and across prominent regional networks, he has directed and filmed major television drama series, commercial productions, cultural documentaries, educational visual programming, and high-speed sports action.
His extensive portfolio spans football, basketball, swimming, equestrian sports, as well as specialized high-speed desert tracking of camel racing and falconry in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
His craft unites technical precision, artistic composition, lighting design, and fluid camera choreography to produce compelling and enduring visual productions for television and digital media.
CAREER OBJECTIVE
“To continue creating impactful visual productions through master cinematography, exquisite lighting design, and dedicated visual artistry, delivering visual excellence across television, drama, documentaries, advertising, educational media, and sports action photography.”
Haitham Samy Abdelmonem
Director and Director of Photography
EXPERTISE
Cinematography Disciplines & Mastery
Over two decades of individual camera mastery, lighting precision, and creative visual framing.
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Camera Movement & Dynamics
Precision camera tracking, gimbal stabilization, jib and crane camera operation, and fluid motion capture.
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Drama Cinematography
Atmospheric lighting architectures, mood creation, character intimacy, and scene pacing for dramatic television series.
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Commercial & Advertising
High-aesthetic framing, product lighting, crisp color fidelity, and polished visual appeal for commercial campaigns.
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Documentary Visual Capture
Authentic natural lighting, environmental portraiture, and cinematic factual documentation of cultural heritage.
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Educational & Studio Camera
Crystal-clear visual framing, studio lighting setups, and engaging camera presentation for educational television.
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High-Speed Sports Action
Rapid subject tracking, dynamic focus pulling, and high-angle precision framing for fast-paced athletic motion.
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Heritage & Action Photography
Specialized telephoto optics and high-speed vehicle tracking for camel racing and falconry in Saudi Arabia.
SELECTED WORK
Featured Visual Productions
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Drama Series • قناة ماسة / شبكة المجد
مسلسل نجع سعادة
Director of Photography for the flagship television drama series broadcast across Egypt and Saudi Arabia.
Drama Series • قناة ماسة / شبكة المجد
مسلسل مارستان
Cinematography and lighting architecture establishing dramatic depth and visual rhythm.
Youth & Educational • قناة مجد للأطفال
مسلسل ولاد عامر
Visual direction, framing, and cinematography for engaging youth television programming.
Youth & Educational • قناة مجد للأطفال
مسلسل نعيم
Camera operation, studio lighting, and visual storytelling for the premier youth television production.
Action & Motion • Stadium Coverage
Sports Action Cinematography
High-speed camera tracking and precision athletic framing for championship sporting events.
Heritage Cinematography • المملكة العربية السعودية
Camel Racing & Falconry
High-speed desert optical tracking and specialized cultural heritage cinematography in Saudi Arabia.
ACTION & SPORTS CINEMATOGRAPHY
SPORTS & ACTION CINEMATOGRAPHY
Extensive camera experience capturing high-speed athletic motion, precision tracking, and stadium visual documentation.
From stadium elevated camera positions to dynamic desert tracking vehicles across prestigious regional sporting events.
STADIUM CAMERA
Football
Elevated stadium camera operation, tactical motion tracking, high-speed replay framing, and precision ball-following optics.
ARENA CAMERA
Basketball
Court-side dynamic camera framing, rapid transition tracking, fast-break following, and player action close-ups.
AQUATICS CAMERA
Swimming
Olympic lane tracking, high-speed stroke capture, splash and turn framing, and precision water-level cinematography.
EQUESTRIAN CAMERA
Equestrian Sports
Pacing, obstacle jump framing, track tracking, and precision cinematography capturing the speed, power, and elegance of horses.
SAUDI ARABIA
Camel Racing
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Specialized mobile tracking vehicle camera operation, long-range optical zoom cinematography, and high-speed desert race capture.
SAUDI ARABIA
Falconry Cinematography
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
High-framerate aerial cinematography, ultra-fast bird-in-flight tracking, and cultural heritage cinematography in Saudi Arabia.
CHANNELS & NETWORKS
Broadcast Collaborations
Productions and visual work broadcast across premier television networks, satellite channels, and national broadcasting corporations.
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Egyptian Television
National broadcast authority • Core directing & cinematography career
EG
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Madrasetna Channel
Educational channel affiliated with the Egyptian Ministry of Education
EG
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Al Hayah TV
Major Egyptian entertainment & general broadcast network
EG
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Al Majd TV
Saudi Channel — Cairo Branch
KSA / EG
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Al Huda Channel
International satellite television broadcast
INT
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Al Sa'a Channel
Regional news & cultural broadcast channel
REG
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Sada El Balad
Prominent Egyptian news, talk shows & media network
EG
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Safa Channel
Satellite media & specialized programming
REG
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Al Nas Channel
Egyptian cultural and values broadcast network
EG
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Al Nahar TV
Leading Egyptian entertainment, drama & media network
EG
GALLERY
Visual Gallery & Production Life
A curated look at on-set moments, camera crane setups, lighting choreography, and visual mastery.
SERVICES
Directing & Cinematography Services
Dedicated visual expertise for television drama, advertising, documentary, and sports action photography.
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Director & Director of Photography
Complete visual direction, optical selection, lighting architecture, and composition to establish the unique visual identity of each project.
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Camera Operator & Framing
Master-level camera handling, jib and crane operation, gimbal stabilization, and fluid motion tracking across diverse production environments.
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Commercial Cinematography
High-aesthetic visual design tailored for commercial campaigns, product showcases, and promotional media requiring crisp, polished visual impact.
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Documentary & Educational Camera
Visual storytelling for factual content, cultural documentaries, and educational programs with natural lighting and emotional clarity.
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Action & Sports Photography
Rapid tracking, long-lens telephoto capture, and high-framerate motion photography for athletic competitions, football matches, and heritage racing.
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Studio Lighting & Color Architecture
Expert three-point lighting, key-to-fill balance, color temperature calibration, and shadow sculpting for television and narrative sets.
THE APPROACH
Visual Storytelling & Optical Precision
A philosophy built upon 24+ years of professional mastery — merging rigorous technical expertise with intuitive cinematic sensibility.
"Every frame must serve a purpose: composition, lighting, camera movement, and optical choices work in unison to transform raw moments into enduring visual art."
Composition & Framing
Intentional spatial geometry, depth of field separation, and balance that directs the viewer’s eye effortlessly.
Lighting Architecture
Sculpting mood, dimension, and realism whether in a controlled television studio or dynamic outdoor field conditions.
Fluid Camera Movement
Purpose-driven motion — from steady cinematic dollies and jib arcs to high-speed telephoto tracking.
On-Set Adaptability
Calm mastery and fast decision-making across drama sets, television studios, and dynamic outdoor environments.
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CONTACT US
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Direct Inquiries
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Primary Base:
Cairo, Egypt (Egyptian Television)
Regional Filming:
Saudi Arabia & Middle East
Role:
Director and Director of Photography