Think.
Feel.
Create.
Move.
Crafting stories with purpose through creative strategy, screenwriting, filmmaking and design, while cultivating ideas and people through workshops and masterclasses.
Explore the PracticeTwo decades of stories,
design & impact
My creative journey didn't begin in an agency — it began in a film club.
In 2003, I joined the Tunisian Federation of Amateur Filmmakers (FTCA), where cinema became far more than a passion. It became a place where filmmaking meant more than making films; it meant questioning, experimenting, collaborating, and discovering the power of storytelling. More than two decades later, I remain deeply involved in the movement, mentoring emerging filmmakers and helping nurture a culture of creativity rooted in sharing and collective learning.
My passion for the arts led me to the Institute of Fine Arts of Tunis, where five years of study broadened my perspective beyond filmmaking. Design taught me that every compelling visual begins with a compelling idea. By combining artistic thinking with years of hands-on filmmaking, I developed a multidisciplinary approach that brings together creative strategy, screenwriting, filmmaking, motion design, and visual communication.
Since 2010, I've collaborated with institutions, international organizations, and leading brands on more than 120 projects while leading workshops and masterclasses for students, professionals, and emerging creators. Whether I'm directing a film, shaping a creative concept, or mentoring the next generation, my ambition remains the same: to create work that moves people, sparks dialogue, and leaves a lasting impact.
Creative Practice
Storytelling & Filmmaking
Every story begins with an idea. From creative strategy and screenwriting to directing and post-production, I craft films that inform, inspire and leave a lasting impression.
View service 02 — TrainingWorkshops & Masterclasses
Practical, engaging learning experiences that combine creative thinking with hands-on production, empowering individuals, teams and organizations to grow through making.
View service 03 — DesignBranding & Graphic Design
From visual identities to editorial and digital design, I create thoughtful communication systems that express ideas with clarity, consistency and purpose.
View serviceLet's Start a Project
Tunis, Tunisia — Available Worldwide
Messaging & Impactful Content: A Practical Guide – Hedayah & CNLCT (2025)
Digital launch spot for the practical guide, co-written by Maher Ben Khalifa and Leila Essayed. Scriptwriting, Graphic Design and Direction: Maher Ben Khalifa
THE STAGE Tunis (2023)
Official launch trailer for The Stage, a nightclub in Tunis. Concept, Direction and Post-Production: Maher Ben Khalifa.
View projectAJAT – DRI (2022)
Two episodes from an animated series featuring Ta9tou9, a superhero mascot I created to simplify administrative law for the general public. Concept, Character Creation, Direction and Post-Production: Maher Ben Khalifa
GIZ – Smart Agriculture (2022)
Educational video series on smart agriculture, produced for GIZ in collaboration with Multicom Services. Art Direction and Motion Design: Maher Ben Khalifa
Dbara & Hkeya - L'Épi d'Or (2021)
A 15-episode digital cooking series produced by G-Dice Hub for L'Épi d'Or, Tunisia's pioneering pasta brand. Concept, Direction, Art Direction, Motion Design and Post-Production: Maher Ben Khalifa
View projectLi2anni Ahtamm (لأنّي أهتم) – UNICEF (2021)
In collaboration with G-Dice Hub, educational campaign produced for the Ministry of Women, Family and the Elderly and UNICEF, promoting best practices for early childhood development. Art Direction and Motion Design: Maher Ben Khalifa
View projectMa3an – Salah Mejri Program (2019)
Three profile films produced for the Ma3an Program by FHI 360, in collaboration with the Salah Mejri Foundation, highlighting young participants in a sports-based social inclusion initiative. Produced by G-Dice Hub. Concept, Direction and Post-Production: Maher Ben Khalifa
ANP Showreel (2019)
Produced in collaboration with G-Dice Hub, this showreel highlights the Alternative Narrative Platform (ANP) and showcases its extensive work in implementing a sustained strategy to combat violent extremism between 2016 and 2019. Graphics and Post-Production: Maher Ben Khalifa - 2019 -
View project#FreeShawkan – Amnesty International (2019)
Closing film for Amnesty International's #FreeShawkan campaign. Direction and Post-Production: Maher Ben Khalifa
View projectHAYA (2017-2018)
A youth media initiative by ZINC Network, in partnership with the U.S. Department of State, promoting inspiring stories of young Tunisians. I directed over 40 videos for the program, including documentaries, reports, short films and motion design pieces. Featured below is a selection of these productions. Direction and Post-Production: Maher Ben Khalifa
FIFAK (2015)
Official trailer for the Kélibia International Amateur Film Festival (FIFAK). Concept, Art Direction and Motion Design: Maher Ben Khalifa
View projectMeli Melek - World Bank (2014-2015)
In collaboration with Global Production, MeliMelek was a TV program supported by the World Bank and broadcast on Hannibal TV. Art Direction, 75 videos directed, and 2 TV commercials written and directed.
Goubantini (2014)
Prestige motion graphics piece created for the GOUBANTINI Cinematographic Group for the 2014 Carthage Film Festival (JCC). Displayed before every film as part of the sponsor's official festival branding. Concept, Direction and Post-Production: Maher Ben Khalifa - 2014 -
View projectFTCA
A selection of films created with the Hammam-Lif Amateur Filmmakers Club (FTCA).
La Gamelle (2010)
Scriptwriter, Director and Editor Awards: Silver Medal – UNICA (Bulgaria, 2012) • Cannes Short Film Corner (2011) • Grand Jury Prize – The Cinematic Voices (2011) • 1st Prize – FIFAK National Competition (2010)
View La GamelleMurs de Banlieue (2012) (Directed by Fares Ben Khalifa)
Motion Designer and Editor Awards: 2nd Prize & Human Rights Award – FIFAK (2012) • Special Mention – UNICA (Austria, 2013) • Special Mention – Tahrik Festival (2014)
View Mur de banlieueWorkshops & Masterclasses
My approach to training was shaped long before I became a trainer, through my early involvement in civil society, film clubs and cultural workshops with FTCC and FTCA. These experiences taught me how to lead groups, foster dialogue and create engaging learning environments without falling into conventional educational routines. For me, training is above all about sharing knowledge through experience. I do not stand apart from the group; I become part of it — sharing what I know, learning from others, and creating a space where learning is driven by curiosity, exchange and pleasure.
2026
Film Editing Theory Trainer – Ydour, organized by FTCA Hammam-Lif and Espace L'Écurie Lafayette, Tunis.
2025
Train-the-Trainer (ToT) Workshop, October 6–10, 2025, and Messaging for Religious and Community Actors Workshop, November 17–22, 2025 – Hedayah & CNLCT.
2024
Smartphone Filmmaking Trainer – CVE Workshop for youth institution representatives, organized by CNLCT & Hedayah Center.
2023
Training Program Coordinator – 10 Saturdays Workshop on visual composition, art history and film analysis, for FTCA.
2022
Film Editing Trainer – FTCA National Workshop, Monastir.
2020
Web Video Creation & Direction Trainer – EMI Summer Academy, JAMIL Project, organized by IREX Europe and the Tunisian Association of Alternative Media.
2019
Film Editing Instructor – FTCA National Workshop, Hammamet.
2018
Video & CVE Content Creation Trainer – HAYA Academy, launched by the U.S. Department of State and ZINC Network.
2016
Brand Identity Trainer – Entrepreneurship Workshop, Friedrich Naumann Foundation, Sidi Bouzid.
Design Theory Trainer – 3-day workshop for cultural center facilitators, IESS, Sidi Bouzid.
2014-2015
Film Editing & Film Analysis Instructor – APAC (Académie Pilote des Arts et de Communication), Tunis.







