Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Creative technology leader with over a decade of hands-on innovation experience. Ranging from early work with proprietary 360° recording and projection systems to developing custom solutions for next-generation virtual reality productions, currently leading cutting-edge experimentation in an artistic, future-focused XR lab at Diriyah Art Futures.
Leads the creative and technical direction of the XR Lab within Saudi Arabia’s flagship digital arts initiative. Oversees development of immersive projects combining VR, AR, and mixed reality. Mentors emerging Saudi and international artists in concept development and production. Builds international partnerships with creators to position Diriyah as a regional hub for experiential digital art.
Shooting, Developing, Directing, Producing linear and interactive cinematic VR content. Current Project: "The Towers of February - VR"
Course: Principles of Design and Expanded Realities Whether games or medicine, school, industry or science: virtual reality and expanded realities in general are about to break into almost every area of life. They will soon become part of everyday life just like the smartphone today. Students are helping to shape this future in the international bachelor’s program Expanded Realities. They conceive, design and develop new worlds and applications and contribute to a completely new media language. They master the technological aspects of virtual, augmented or mixed reality as well as the creative and conceptual production of content and develop an understanding of the ethical and social dimensions of this new medium. Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences (Hochschule Darmstadt, h_da) puts science into action. With a student body of about 17,000, it is one of the largest and most distinguished universities of applied sciences in Germany. Its excellent reputation is the result of a scientifically grounded, real-world approach to higher education and the professional success of its graduates.
Training of international Filmmaker Teams in preparation for production. Lyfta invites students to experience different cultures and perspectives. It gives them the opportunity to see and connect with positive human stories from around the world - modelling resilience, problem-solving, teamwork, and many other critical skills, values and competencies. Lyfta helps teachers nurture the global citizens of tomorrow.