I am Fal El Moumen, a Moroccan documentary journalist working with Sky News Arabia. I specialize in field reporting and human-centered documentary storytelling, focusing on political and social issues through factual, visually driven narratives.

How many years have you been a judge?

This is my first year!

What excited you about judging for the Telly Awards?

I was laureate of this prestigious award, and it was always a dream to be part of this team.

What was your first job in the industry? What did it teach you?

Journalist at Daily news paper, when I was student, it was my first step in the world of journalism, It taught me responsibility, adaptability, and the importance of learning by doing.

What project are you most proud to have worked on?

My project (Through History) talking about the story of cities, from the Arab World

What’s the most challenging part about your job and/or the industry?

Time

What do you look for to determine excellence in video?

Enjoyment and value.
Strong original content, solid structure, and beautiful cinematography, Unless the content itself is strong and meaningful, even if the technical quality is low.

What are your current roles and responsibilities and what do you love most about your job?

Documentary producer, I like all details about my jobs, especially the story telling.

What initiatives or projects are you working on now that excite you?

I like the field, I am always looking for good stories from the field

Do you have any specific practices you lean on to spark creativity?

I stay curious, observe real life closely, and let stories grow from people, places, and small details.

What inspired you to pursue your career path?

Curiosity about real stories and a desire to understand

In your experience, what is a significant change you are seeing happen in the video, television, and/or film industry, and what insight can you share about how to navigate it?

A major shift toward digital-first, story-driven content.
To navigate it, focus on strong storytelling, stay adaptable with new platforms and tools, and keep the audience at the center of every decision.