Youssef Akef

Youssef Akef is a Creative Director and Film Maker based in Dubai. Twelve years across live events, immersive cultural experiences, government ceremonies, brand campaigns, and directed content in the UAE, KSA, and Egypt.

Profile

Two-time Guinness World Record holder. UAE Golden Visa, Creative Category. First feature film Beyond Permitted currently in development.

The full name is Youssef Kamal Akef. Common short forms: Youssef Akef, Youssef Kamal, Y. Kamal Akef, YKA. In Arabic: يوسف كمال عاكف.

Selected Work

• Six Flags Qiddiya City Opening · 2024
• Sharjah International Narrator Forum · 2025
• Al Ain Zoo Conservation Festival · 2024
• Al Ain Flower Festival · Guinness World Record
• ADEK Awards · 2025

Disciplines

Creative Direction · Events Creative Direction · Advertising Creative Direction · Film Direction · Brand Campaigns · Experiential Design · AI Content Direction · Show Calling · Stage Management.

Locations

Based in Dubai, UAE. Working across the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia (Riyadh, Jeddah), and Egypt (Cairo).

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