Ala Alhussan

About Ala Alhussan

As Digital Managing Producer at Middle East Broadcasting Networks (MBN) for over three years, the focus has been on launching and leading ZYNC, a digital platform tailored to Gen Z audiences. By defining the editorial strategy and brand identity, the team delivers innovative storytelling that resonates with young Arab viewers. Responsibilities include managing daily content output, spearheading growth initiatives, and overseeing a team of producers and creators to drive engagement across social and video platforms. With over a decade of media experience, including producing multiple award-winning documentaries for Al Jazeera Media Network, the approach has consistently emphasized impactful, character-driven narratives. Competencies span video production, digital strategy, and content optimization, with a mission to foster dialogue and amplify underreported stories. This work reflects a commitment to innovation and connecting global audiences through bold, relevant storytelling.

Experience

1. Digital Managing Producer

   Middle East Broadcasting Networks

   Aug 2022 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   I led the launch and editorial strategy of ZYNC, MBN’s Gen Z-focused digital platform, overseeing a team of producers and content creators across social and video. I shaped the brand identity, managed daily output across platforms, and drove growth initiatives to engage young Arab audiences with bold, relevant storytelling.

Education

• New York Film Academy

  Diploma

  2012 — 2012

• Princess Sumaya University for Technology

  B.Sc

  2007 — 2011

• Al Aziziyah Private School

  High School

  2000 — 2007

• UCL

  Master of Arts - MA

  2016 — 2017

Skills

• Motion Graphics
• Cinema 4d
• Television
• After Effects
• Premiere
• Visual Effects
• Rigging
• Maya
• Character Animation
• Computer Animation
• Camera
• 3d Modeling
• Texturing
• Film Production
• Storyboarding
• Video Editing
• Animation
• Film Editing
• Lighting
• Multimedia
• Film
• Toon Boom
• Character Rigging