MEET THE TEAM

Amira Sherif, the multi tasker

KINO FILMS FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

Amira Sherif is a multitasker entrepreneur and accomplished executive producer with a remarkable track record in the advertising and film industry. If you want to see someone doing 10 things excellently at the same time effortlessly then she’s you’re girl! As the founder and executive producer at Kino Films, Amira has produced over 300 commercials and numerous high profile projects such as Netflix Paranormal and Shahid’s Bimbo show in addition to many others, showcasing her exceptional talent and leadership. With a career spanning of just 9 years, Amira has made significant contributions to the film and advertising sectors. Her journey began as an assistant producer in Film Clinic Company where she paved her way into the advertising and film scene. She then began freelancing where she managed to unofficially lead a team of 13 people, demonstrating her innate leadership abilities and paving the way for the establishment of her own production company. Amira’s impressive achievements have positioned her as a respected figure in the content and film industry, influencing trends and setting new standards by excelling in both the content and advertising world. Amira’s visionary leadership and extensive experience will drive Kino Films to new heights, cementing its reputation as a leading production company in the industry

Abd El Wadoud Karim,
the ACE

KINO FILMS MANAGING PARTNER & EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

Abd El Wadoud Karim – known by “Dido” is a dynamic and visionary leader in the film industry, currently serving as the Managing Partner and Executive Producer at Kino Films. He’s definitely the funniest in the room! This made Dido the most favorable assistant director to Egypt’s topnotch directors through the years. With a background as a First Assistant Director, Abd El Wadoud brings over a decade of extensive experience and a deep understanding of the production process to his role. He also played a pivotal role in the production of numerous high-profile films and projects such as El Asleyeen, Blue Elephant 1 and lastly the Saudi hit Mandoub El Leil, ensuring their successful completion and critical acclaim.

Abd El Wadoud had a fruitful career that enabled him to walk with the giant directors of the field such as Marwan Hamed, Ahmed El Naggar and many others, granting him a topnotch experience and learning from the best. With more than 10 years of hands on experience in the film and ads industry, Abd El Wadoud has transitioned from being a 1st AD to a key production executive at Kino Films. His diverse background equips him with a unique perspective on both the creative and logistical aspects of filmmaking, enabling him to effectively oversee complex productions.

Mohamed Sabry Abaza, the enforcer

KINO FILMS HEAD OF PRODUCTION

Mohamed Sabry Abaza is a seasoned film production professional with a robust background in overseeing and managing complex film projects from conception to completion. With a sense of Egyptian humor embodied into good looks, Sabry owns the title of “The most presentable Head of Production in Town” As the Head of Production at Kino Films, Mohamed brings a wealth of experience, creative vision and a meticulous approach to every project, ensuring the highest standards of quality and efficiency. With over 20 years in the film industry, Mohamed has a proven track record of successful production being the head of production in pioneer Production houses, Big Foot, Good People, ASAP and Nojara Productions. His expertise spans all aspects of production managements across various genres, including feature films, documentaries and commercials ever since El Gezira, Asef Ala El Ezaag, Ibrahim El Abyad and many others. He was the one recently behind the great hit TV show Rivo 1 & 2 and the historical Om El Donia two seasons produced by Watch It in addition to Bimbo Show and Maqsoom Film. Mohamed Sabry continues to drive Kino Films forwards with his exceptional leadership, innovative thinking and unwavering commitments to excellence in film production.

Kenzy Abdelaziz,
the
rookie

KINO FILMS PRODUCER & HEAD OF CONTENT

Kenzy Abdel Aziz is a talented and experienced producer and the head of content at Kino Films. She’s definitely the tiniest producer on set, yet the one with the greatest control! With a background in producing successful films and commercials, Kenzy brings a unique blend of creativity and strategic vision to the team. Her educational background from a German school adds to the diversity and expertise of Kino Films leadership, equipping her with a disciplined and structured approach to production management. Kenzy has worked on several high profile projects, including the film Farq Khebra, Qabeel Series and the first season of the popular series Rivo. In addition to her work on these acclaimed productions, she has produced numerous commercials with leading companies such as Light House Films and Film Clinic Express, demonstrating her versatility and ability to deliver high quality content across different formats.

Ahmed Abbas, the Nexus

CEO OF DIGISAY & PARTNER AT KINO FILMS

Ahmed Abbas is the founder and CEO of DigiSay, a leading media-tech group in the GCC region. He is the network guru and the man you’ll always find having a small talk with a millionaire at the corner of every room! Abbas played a significant role in developing and upgrading the popular Egyptian TV show “Al Bernameg with Bassem Youssef,” which received international recognition and numerous awards. He founded DigiSay, which offers a portfolio of services and products in content production, management, marketing, and protection for both regional and global markets.

– DigiSay encompasses several companies, including:

– Immersive (Studio for Ips and script development)

– Rightshero (content protection company)

– CubitCode (venture and transformation studio)

– Mangos 24 (communication services agency)

He recently combined forces to start up Kino that serves as the executional arm in the group and stepping foot into the film production world setting the bar so high with his vision. DigiSay Group achieved over 100 billion views on more than 80 digital content platforms and expanded its presence to UAE, He is a regular speaker and moderator at prestigious media and technology events worldwide, including MIP (France), DEW (USA), IBC (Netherlands), one Billion Summit, and more. Abbas continues to influence the media industry, recognized as a key player and pioneer in the EMEA region.