lecturer applied media, 2019-2022

At the Higher Colleges of Technology in Dubai, my role involved guiding Emirati students through the technical and theoretical complexities of applied media production. This position required a high degree of versatility, as I delivered a broad spectrum of courses designed to build industry-ready skills. My teaching portfolio included fundamental video production, short fiction filmmaking, and documentary craft. I also led modules in multicam studio techniques, scriptwriting, media literacy, and professional interviewing and presentation skills.

My responsibilities extended into the structural and administrative layers of the department. As a system course team lead, I was responsible for the design and implementation of assessment strategies across the institution. This involved creating robust moderation processes to ensure evaluation remained fair and met high academic standards. During the transition to online and hybrid learning models, particularly during the COVID 19 pandemic, I managed the adaptation of practical media curricula to digital environments, ensuring that the quality of instruction remained consistent despite the move away from traditional studio spaces.

Mentorship and student support were integral to my time in the UAE. I served as a student advisor, providing academic guidance and career mapping for students navigating the media landscape. I also acted as a mentor for the extracurricular media club and supervised student internships, which allowed me to observe and support the transition from classroom learning to professional expertise.

A key part of my mission was to bridge the gap between academia and the professional world. I actively established and maintained industry connections to provide students with real-world insights and networking opportunities. By integrating professional standards with student-centered instructional design, I worked to empower aspiring media professionals with the tools necessary for success in the evolving global media sector. This experience reinforced the importance of balancing technical mastery with a strong foundation in narrative and critical analysis.