CAREER HIGHLIGHT(S):
Since 2011, Ziad’s main business has been to revive the film industry in
Iraq by opening multiplexes across the country. He also supports many Iraqi filmmakers and local film
organizations, attends all key festivals, and plans to co-produce selective Arab titles.
What’s the industry’s most troubling trend?
Piracy websites.
2024 will be the year that MENA finally does what?
Inaugurates the first IMAX in Iraq
What was your first job?
Sales and marketing manager for our chocolate factory.
What’s your secret daily habit or guilty pleasure?
Working out.
What’s the last great show or film you watched?
The Founder.
What would have been your dream job if you didn’t end up doing
what you’re doing?
I’m already working my dream job.
