Azza Hourani
Azza Hourani
Producer & 1st Assistant Director
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Nationality
Jordan

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Description

I am an experienced Producer and Assistant Director with over a decade of hands-on experience in the MENA region, working on a diverse array of projects across feature films, documentaries, commercials, and TV series. Throughout my career, I’ve built a reputation for delivering successful projects from concept to completion, overseeing all aspects of production, from budgeting and scheduling to managing teams.

As a First Assistant Director, I’ve coordinated complex logistics on internationally recognized films like Inshallah A Boy (Cannes 2023, Semaine de la Critique), Hajjan (TIFF 2023) and Cherien Dabis's All That's Left Of You (Sundance 2024). I have also worked as a documentary producer, currently leading an award winning documentary; My Sweet Land (Jordan's official submission for the 2025 Academy Awards).

I hold a degree in Producing & Sound from the Red Sea Institute for Cinematic Arts (USC-affiliated) and have worked with leading international institutions such as National Geographic, Arte, Doha Film Institute, and IDA.


Special Skills & Experience

With over 10 years of experience in the film industry, I have developed a diverse skill set that spans both producing and assistant directing. My experience as a First Assistant Director includes overseeing large teams (up to 70+ crew members), coordinating intricate camera setups, handling complex SFX and stunt work, and managing tight shooting schedules under high-pressure conditions.

In Hajjan, I worked closely with animal wranglers, stunt coordinators, and multiple camera units to ensure smooth execution, while Inshallah A Boy required a delicate and sensitive approach, especially when coordinating with child actors and managing emotionally charged scenes. These experiences have sharpened my ability to solve problems creatively and maintain a calm, focused demeanor under pressure.

As a producer, I’ve been involved in all stages of production, from development to post-production, with a focus on securing financing, managing budgets, and building strong relationships with project partners such as Arte, ITVS, IDA and more. My latest project; My Sweet Land, has earned multiple nominations and awards on the international documentary circuit.

I’m open to exciting new project opportunities and passionate about collaborating on impactful stories with both regional and global relevance.

Credits

  • ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - 1st Assistant Director
  • 2025: All That's Left Of You | Feature Film [Germany] Jordan's 1st AD
  • 2025: Ghost Trail | Feature Film [France] Jordan's 1st AD
  • 2025: Museum Of The Future promotional video [UAE]
  • 2023: Hajjan | Feature Film [KSA, Jordan, Egypt]
  • 2023: Inshalla A Boy | Feature Film [Jordan, France, KSA, Qatar]
  • 2021: Orange | TVC [Jordan]
  • 2020: 4in1 | TV Series 30 episodes [Jordan]
  • ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - 2nd Assistant Director
  • 2022: Holy Spider | Feature Film [Denmark, Germany]
  • 2022: King of the Ring | Feature Film [KSA, UAE]
  • 2019: The Alleys | Feature Film [Jordan]
  • PRODUCER - Producer - Unscripted Formats
  • 2024: My Sweet Land

Affiliations
  • N/A - Not Applicable

  • Color Code Key
  • Arabic Production Experience
  • International Productions Experience
  • TVC Productions Experience
  • Unscripted Projects Experience