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Summary

Creative Producer with 10+ years of experience across scripted, documentary, and live productions in both U.S. and UAE markets. Adept at translating creative ideas into polished final products, with a track record of delivering globally recognized content. Highly skilled in managing end-to-end production, leading diverse teams, and executing under tight timelines.

Work experience

Dubomedy & Comedyinc
2023Present

Producer | Showrunner

As a lead producer, I oversaw the creative and logistical execution of more than 50 live and filmed comedy shows across the UAE. I worked directly with talent, crew, and partners to bring culturally relevant performances to life.

  • Directed flagship specials Arabized and Cancled Culture for live and digital audiences

  • Managed 15–50 person crews; coordinated schedules, vendors, and budgets

  • Oversaw permitting and compliance for productions in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

  • Supported Dubomedy’s long-running comedy school and seasonal showcases

Storyhouse/MAMAG Studios
20212023

Creative Producer & Community DIrector

Led the production and post-production of Hulu’s TRAP JAZZ documentary and music content for global artists, managing multiple phases of development and coordination across studio and streaming requirements.

  • Produced and supervised Hulu’s TRAP JAZZ — edits, post, and final delivery

  • Coordinated logistics for Jackson Wang’s Coachella Interlude

  • Managed multi-location shoots in LA, ATL, and NYC

  • Collaborated with talent and editorial teams to ensure high-quality o

The Lowkey Comedy Show
2020 2023

Producer

Founded by comedians Paul Elia and Matt Rife, Lowkey had its beginnings during the pandemic, serving as a safe haven for both comedians and their audience. Since 2020, we've successfully produced over 70 shows worldwide. In my capacity as the producer, I managed all aspects of production, marketing, and creative content. 

Recent Highlights: 

  • GLOBAL: Produced multiple sold out shows across the globe including Detroit MI, Austin TX, Vancouver BC, Lebanon & Dubai. 
  • COMEDY STORE: Currently host a monthly show at the world famous Comedy Store in Los Angeles with more than dozens of sold out shows featuring the top comedians like Ramy Youssef,  Fahim Anwar, Trevor Wallace, & Chris Redd. 
  • FESTIVALS: Selected for the worlds top Festivals including Just for Laughs , Netflix is a Joke Comedy Festival, & The Dubai Comedy Festival.
20th Century Fox / Fox Networks Group
20142019

Senior Producer

Produced award-winning campaigns and episodic marketing content across FOX’s broadcast network. Supported the execution of creative strategy with production precision.

  • Spearheaded Cannes Lions-winning Empire x Pepsi branded campaign

  • Associate Producer on MARS: Bite Size Horror (FOX/FX)

  • Produced trailers and content for Empire, Gotham, and 24 Legacy

  • Managed timelines across creative, legal, talent, and VFX teams

Selected Production Credits & Awards*
2014Present

PRODUCTION CREDITS

  • 2023: Trap Jazz (Feature Doc) - Co Producer
  • 2023: Jackson Wang Coachella Performance - Fight Interlude - Post Producer
  • 2022: WNBA Launch & Playoffs - Producer
  • 2019; Ordinary Gods (Documentary) - Senior Producer
  • 2018: Phenoms (TV Series documentary) - Senior Producer
  • 2017: Bite Size Horror: (TV Series) - Associate Producer
  • 2015Empire (TV Series) - Senior Producer
  • 2014The Barber (Film) - Location Manager
  • *See IMDB for production credits:  Imdb.me/SamerImam

Awards and Mentions:

2019 Shorty Award - Bite Size Horror
2018
Cannes Bronze Lion - Bite Size Horror
2018 Creative Media Awards - Best Branded Entertainment Original Film(s) - Bite Size Horror
2016 Cannes Bronze Lion- Empire/Pepsi Partnership
2012
Harlem International Film Festival, Top Short (Narrative.) - Amos

Education

Chapman University, Dodge College of Film and Media Arts
20092012

Masters of Fine Arts, Film & TV Producing;

  • 2012 Cecil B. DeMille Award for Excellence in Producing.