1. YOUSEF ISSA YOUSEF SHAHEEN
PHOTO. VIDEO. EDIT
PERSONAL DATA
Date of Birth: 13/9/1989
Gender: male
Marital status: married
Passport: Jordanian passport
MOBILE: 00970-59-8080832 OR 00970-59-7911056
Email: Sh.press@live.com / yousef.shaheen4@gmail.com
HEBRON – PALESITNE
PROFILE:
Dear Sir. Madam
As you will see from the attached resume, I’ve worn a lot of different hats. I am an
exceptionally motivated and enthusiastic communications professional, with several
years’ experience in photographer and editing. In my current role in Pal Media in the City
of Hebron, I am professionally qualified and experienced I have good experience in
filming and sports photography .
I have professional use for photo editing applications like adobe Photoshop. Dedicated
and energetic photographer with 6+ years’ extensive experience in custom and
specialized photography. Competent in capturing high quality images and organizing
materials for photo shoots while displaying confidence and professionalism at all times.
Conversant with different types of photography And political events including fashion,
wildlife and underwater. In depth knowledge of working with advanced photography
equipment and tools.
I have participated in Sports photography exhibition in the Kingdom of Bahrain and
Palestinian Universities
I am professionally qualified and experienced TV nonlinear Video Editor on: Final Cut
pro, Canopus eduis, Avid Media Composer since 2009 in this Field. In addition to use
audio tools for audio mixing and editing. I have Edited video for many satellite channel
like Aljazeera network , BBC Arabic, France 24, Almayadeen, Alquds TV, Almanar TV
and Russia Today.
free-lance media trainer.
In addition to the above mentioned points, I am experienced in both proactive campaign-
driven releases and responsive communications. In a local council such as this one, the
need for crisis and risk management through effective communication is vital, and I have
displayed a knack for dealing with crisis situations in a prompt and calm manner. I have
repeatedly demonstrated grace under pressure and a capacity to juggle competing
priorities.

2. Qualifications Summary
Determined, creative and result-oriented individual with a highly acclaimed reputation
for producing superior, high quality imagery and recognized with numerous awards.
Expertise in Photoshop editing, image manipulation, and image restoration.
Excellent knowledge in defining themes and concept for photography and graphic design,
undertaking or supervising photography, and high volume post-production editing.
Able to perform all administrative tasks to ensure smooth and efficient operations, very
skilled at preparing and distributing materials.
Experience participating in major production meetings and performing data entry.
Excellent interpersonal, persuasive and communication skills.
WORK EXPERIENCE AND
• (september2009- till now ) Palmedia News Agency _ Hebron office – Palestine
Position: working as a cameraman and video editor for all palmedia clients:
(BBC. RT. QudsTV. Almanar TV. Mayadeen TV. Press TV. MTV Aljazeera)
• Capture realistic images and shoot videos as the assignment dictates
• Pre-edit and edit images as needed
• Process photographs by resizing and retouching them
• Ensure appropriate photo quality
• Work with clients to decipher project needs
• Work with producers to ensure management of all photography assignments
• Prepare shoot sites as needed for particular projects
• Set up equipment and tools as needed for projects
• Freelance media trainer 2012-till now. Whith kurve wustru and life skills training
center. Hebron.
• Sport Photographer. events advertising,. 2009-till now.
• Responsibilities include: Framing subject matter and background in lens to
capture desired image, focusing camera and adjusted settings based on lighting,
subject material, distance, and film speed, selecting and assembling equipment
and required background properties according to subject, materials, and
conditions, directing activities of workers assisting in setting up photographic, and
arranging subject material in desired position.
Other duties: Estimating and measuring light level, distance, and number of
exposures needed, using measuring devices and formulas, coordinating and
directing office services to aid executives.
Prepare records and reports, such as client fulfillment orders and detailed client
listings.
Analyze operating practices and procedures to create and revise existing methods
• Freelance Photographer (sports & events advertising and propaganda) _ Hebron –
Palestine . Duties included: Arranging subject material in desired position,
estimating and measuring light level, distance, and number of exposures needed,
using measuring devices and formulas, framing subject matter and background in
lens to capture desired image and focusing camera and adjusting settings based on

3. lighting, subject material, distance, and film speed.
Designed templates for standard documents, reducing the time to produce a new
final document by half.
Contributed to the significant growth of the BUSINESS by developing reputation
for quality imagery.
EDUCATION
• Diploma Degree in media technology. 2007 – 2009 (Palestine Technical college)
(Palestine – Hebron)
• ALSerra Secondary School, (Second Secondary Class /ART Stream) 2006.
LANGUAGES
-Mother Language {Arabic}
-English Proficient {reading, good speaking, good writing}
TRAINING
• THOMSON REUTERS FOUNDATION (Training Making Television News)
In Ramallah, Palestine (Date 27th
May – 1st
June 2012)
HOPPES
Reading / swimming / Networking / Watching movies / computer Programming
REFERANCES
• Akram natsheh. Manager of alquds satellite channel at west bank. Mobile
00970599362208
• Isaa Amro Human rights activist
• 00970599340549
• Jihad Kawasmi. Board Member of Palestinian Journalist syndicate. Mobile
00970599775588.
Extracurricular Activities
• Computer Skills
• Video Editing Programmers : Adobe Premiere / Edius –AVID - Final
Cut pro - Photoshop –SoundTrack
• Equipments: Remote control editor (cut to cut) – sony BVS 3100 switcher -
– Sony DME switcher – Sound Mixer
• Cameras : studio cams – P2300 &500 HD Cam
• Photographic cams CANON& Nikon
• Ability to connect studio equipments and machines
• Ability to make interior and exterior studio lighting network

4. • Work under pressure
• Work in team.
links
• My channel on YouTube(http://www.youtube.com/user/shaheenhodhod)
• My photography on the site 500px (http://500px.com/YousefShaheen)
Note:
- Ready to travel anywhere and whenever it required
- Ability to learn any new experiences or skills.