Kesmat Elsayed is a producer and co-founder of SEE MEDIA PRODUCTION and SEERA FILMS GmbH, independent production companies based in Cairo and Berlin respectively. With a passion for storytelling, Kesmat embarked on her journey in the film industry by independently producing films in Egypt. Her focus is on crafting stories that are artistically profound, socially relevant, and capable of reaching a global audience.
Throughout her career, Kesmat has championed first-time filmmakers and women directors, contributing to the release of three short documentaries and three feature documentaries that have premiered at international festivals and garnered awards. She has also served on jury panels and selection committees for festivals in Egypt and internationally.
Currently based in Berlin, Kesmat continues to work on a variety of film projects in various stages of development. She is an EAVE Producers Workshop Alumni 2021 and a Berlinale Talent 2023.
