Personal Data:
Full Name: Omar Magdy Abo El Seoud El Ebiary
E-mail: elebiaryo@gmail.com
Education:
• Currently enrolled in PhD. Studies in Mass Communication at Cairo University, Major; Broadcasting Radio and Television, Minor Major; Satire TV. Expected to obtain by end of 2019.
• Holder of a Masters’ Degree in Mass Communication from the Institute of Arab Research and Studies – Affiliate of the League of Arab States. Major; Broadcasting Radio and Television, Minor Major; TV Sitcom. Grade: Excellent, 2016.
• Holding a Pre-Masters’ Diploma in Mass Communication from the Institute of Arab Research and Studies – Affiliate of the League of Arab States, 2014.
• Holding a Bachelor’s Degree from the Faculty of Mass Media and Communication (English Department) at Misr University for Science and Technology. Major; Broadcasting Radio and Television. Grade: Excellent with Honors. Honor listed: First Ranked, 2012.
• Graduated in 2008 from Rajac Languages Schools with a High School Certificate.
Dissertation:
• “Satirical Shows in Satellite Channels and How Egyptian Audiences Relate to Them: A Comparative Study”, PhD., (Cairo: Cairo University, Faculty of Mass Communication, Major; Broadcasting Radio and Television).
• “Values as Reflected in Egyptian and Foreign Sitcoms: A Comparative Study”, M.A., (Cairo: The Institute of Arab Research and Studies – Affiliate of the League of Arab States, Department of Mass Communication Research and Studies, 2016).
Fellowships and Awards:
• November 2017: Certificate of Appreciation as a Member of the Organizing Committee in addition to being an attendant of the first round of “Media Science Cairo Festival” under the umbrella of the “Arab Radio and Television Mondial” – Affiliate of the General Union of Arab Producers.
• November 2017: Winning the First Award for the “Best Graduation Project” competition across all Faculties of Mass Communication in Egypt with a documentary film under my supervision titled “Marionette”.
• August 2017: Gifted the “Graduates Award” for the year 2016/2017 during the Graduation Ceremony of the Faculty of Mass Communication at Misr University for Science and Technology.
• March 2017: Certificate of Appreciation as a Member of the Organizing Committee, an active participant with a scientific research titled “Women Causes in Arabic Cinema” and attendant of “Mass Communication and Women Causes” Conference – The Second Scientific Conference of the Faculty of Mass Communication at Modern University for Technology and Information.
• December 2015: Certificate of Appreciation as a Member of the Organizing Committee, an active participant with my film which I made, titled “Something Wrong” and attendant of the Fourth Round of “DigiMob Festival for Mobile Cameras and Camcorders Films” – Faculty of Mass Communication at Modern University for Technology and Information.
• June 2015: Promoted to join the Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program for the year 2016/2017, sponsored by the United States Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), providing early career teachers the opportunity to assist in the teaching of Arabic at select U.S. universities during their nine-month non-degree grant.
Teaching Experience:
• November 2016 – Currently: Post-Masters’ promotion to Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Mass Communication at Modern University for Technology and Information.
• September 2015 – November 2016: Lecturer at the Faculty of Mass Communication at Modern University for Technology and Information.
• December 2012 – August 2015: Lecturer at the Faculty of Mass Communication at Misr University for Science and Technology.
Teaching Interests:
• Cinema, Radio and Television Production.
• Cinema, Radio and Television Scriptwriting.
• Cinema, Radio and Television Directing.
Publications:
• September 2015: Author of a book titled “The Art of Directing in Cinema, Radio and Television”, ISBN: 978-977-90-3615-1.
Research Papers:
• March 2017: “Women Causes in Arabic Cinema” – The Second Scientific Conference of the Faculty of Mass Communication at Modern University for Technology and Information titled “Mass Communication and Women Causes” Conference.
Conferences:
• March 2017: Member of the Organizing Committee, an active participant with a scientific research and attendant of “Mass Communication and Women Causes” Conference – The Second Scientific Conference of the Faculty of Mass Communication at Modern University for Technology and Information.
Academic Lectures:
Throughout my career as a Professor, I have been appointed to teach the following courses:
• Radio and Television Production.
• Radio and Television Directing.
• TV Shooting.
• Writing for Radio and Television.
• Documentary Films.
• News Programs.
• Variety Programs.
• Photography.
• Cinema Production.
• Drama.
• Art Critique.
• Semiotics and Visual Communication.
• Speech Communication, Phonetics and Presentation Skills.
• Mass Communication Research Methods.
• History of Broadcasting in Egypt.
• Introduction to Mass Communication.
• Introduction to Radio and TV.
• Communication Models.
• Media Documentation.
• Mass Communication Translation.
In addition to the above, I have supervised several senior graduation projects and practical course projects executed by university students.
Academic and Cultural Committees:
• Member of the Committee of Social Media Channels of the Faculty of Mass Communication at Modern University for Technology and Information.
• Member of the Committee of Events Organization at the Faculty of Mass Communication at Modern University for Technology and Information.
• Member of the Committee of Student Activities at the Faculty of Mass Communication at Modern University for Technology and Information.
• Originator, Founder and Manager of the Film Club Student Community of the Faculty of Mass Communication at Modern University for Technology and Information.
Additional Qualifications and Capabilities:
• Worked as a Columnist at Horytna.net Website in 2015.
• Worked as a TV Reporter at CBC and Alhayah TV Networks between 2013-2014.
• Worked as an Actor/filmmaker in several films and TV series. My Filmography Online Link: http://www.elcinema.com/person/pr1106443/).
• Innovative Teaching and Lecturing Presentation Skills.
• Radio and TV Production Skills.
• Profound Communication and Interpersonal Skills.
• Structured Professional Critique Skills.
• Motion Pictures Scriptwriting, Directing and Filmmaking Skills.
• Acting Talents and Skills.
• High Influential, Public Speaking and Charismatic Skills.
• Advanced Emotional Intelligence and Networking Skills.
• Social Media Influencer with over 2100 followers on Facebook and over 1360 on Instagram.
Credentials:
• 2018: Accreditation and Quality Insurance Workshop – Modern University for Technology and Information.
• 2017: Basics of Research Methods Course – Community Service Center of Cairo University.
• 2015: TOEFL ITP Course – AMIDEAST Egypt.
• 2015: Accreditation and Quality Insurance Workshop – Misr University for Science and Technology.
• 2014: Arabic Composition and Syntax Course – “FM 9090” Radio Station.
• 2014: News Anchoring course – “FM 9090” Radio Station.
• 2014: TV Presenting course – MTI Media City.
• 2014: Television Shows Presenting course – MTI Media City.
• 2013: CDC Effective Teaching Skills and Communication course – Misr University for Science and Technology.
• 2010: ICDL course – Misr University for Science and Technology.