Salah ad-Din
The Commander Who Defied the Crusades

A cinematic storytelling piece combining historical narration, motion design, and documentary editing — centered around Salah ad-Din and his legendary victories during the Crusades.

Production:

Self-initiated

Partners:

Rawan Ahmed — (Researcher, Graphic Design, Scriptwriting)

Seif Sayed — (Voiceover Artist)

This video project is a historical montage that blends archive footage, animated maps, voiceover, and cinematic transitions. The editing approach draws inspiration from modern historical documentaries, aiming to present complex events in a visually compelling and emotionally resonant way.The episode highlights the story of Salah ad-Din al-Ayyubi — his rise, strategic brilliance, and unification of the Muslim world in the face of European crusaders.

Tools Used:
Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Audition, Illustrator.

Time:
Approximately 2 weeks (editing, scripting, compositing).

Focus:
Historical storytelling, cinematic editing, animated maps, audio mixing, layered visuals, Arabic script animation. 

Role: 
Lead Editor, Motion Designer, Creative Director.