ARABIC CULTURAL and LANGUAGE CONSULTANT
Specializing in crafting authentic content related to the Middle East and greater Muslim world. My expertise spans casting, characters, wardrobe, cultural details and multiple Arabic language dialects. I bring a nuanced understanding and respect for the region’s heritage and diversity to every project. Additional expertise in translation and localization. Let’s get it right!
14 years of experience living and working throughout the Middle East in the media and production world in front of and behind the camera, across multiple Arab countries. Natively fluent in Modern Standard Arabic, as well Egyptian and Levant dialects.
Cultural and Language consultant for DreamWorks Animation projects such at FAST & FURIOUS SPY RACERS and THE BAD GUYS 2.
Cultural and Language consultant on Russo Bros. feature film CHERRY starring Tom Holland.
Language/dialect coach, cultural and Religious Tech Advisor, and Arabic Translator for the hit CBS series NCIS and NCIS NOLA. Coached actors such as Emily Wickerson (BISHOP), Daniel Peera (NASSER) and others.
4 years working with Ford Global and Ford Middle East as their exclusive U.S.-based translator, cultural consultant, language/dialect coach on TVC, Print and Online campaigns, working on brands including Expedition, Mustang, Taurus and Fusion, advising on casting, dialogue, country-specific dialects and cultural and religious nuances. Coached Ford senior engineer Ziyad Dallalah for the testimonial-style Ford TVC campaign he starred in.
Language/dialect coach for Viola Davis produced play PARADISE
Managed the Publicity, Social Media, and Creative and Content consulting departments of the targeted, cross-platform marketing campaign. Handled all client communication with TLC.
