Fady Melek, a seasoned colorist with over two decades of experience in the film industry, has been working at Katara Studios since 2017. In his role, he grades feature films, TV shows, and manages complex workflows for challenging VFX projects. Melek shares his journey as a colorist with BroadcastPro ME, discussing how he started in the scanning and printing field during the digital intermediate era, eventually transitioning to color grading. He emphasizes his passion for combining painting and technical knowledge in his work. At Katara Studios, Melek serves as the Senior Colorist and Head of Picture, overseeing grading and look development for various content produced by the studio. He values the diversity of projects he works on, ranging from feature films to music videos. Melek describes his approach to grading, focusing on skin tones and achieving a balanced look. He also discusses the importance of Baselight as his preferred tool due to its workflow and reliable tools. Melek expresses his thoughts on the evolution of the craft, embracing color management, HDR, and new grading tools. He highlights his work on projects like “The Pact” and current involvement in a feature film titled “Where is Saood.” Melek emphasizes the opportunities in the Middle East’s post-production industry and the need for a system that supports artists and filmmakers.

Person: Fady Melek, Steven Whitehead, Ahmed Al Baker
Company Names: Katara Studios, AUTOMATIK, FilmLight
Titles: The Pact, Where is Saood, Chasing Dreams, The Man Who Stumbled by His Words, Palestinian actor Eyad Hourani

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