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Coming from a lineage of educators, I believe teaching is in my blood. I learned firsthand what a difference the right strategy can make while I was at an under-resourced public high school. After getting my first D in AP Calculus, I reinvented my academic approach, which led me to a 5 on the AP exam and helped me graduate as my school's Valedictorian. This journey, which earned me a QuestBridge Scholarship to Dartmouth College, taught me that success isn't about natural talent, but about ...

Coming from a lineage of educators, I believe teaching is in my blood. I learned firsthand what a difference the right strategy can make while I was at an under-resourced public high school. After getting my first D in AP Calculus, I reinvented my academic approach, which led me to a 5 on the AP exam and helped me graduate as my school's Valedictorian. This journey, which earned me a QuestBridge Scholarship to Dartmouth College, taught me that success isn't about natural talent, but about for you. That is the core of my tutoring philosofinding a personal learning strategy that worksphy.

My approach to tutoring is a collaborative partnership. I start by meeting you exactly where you are, so we can identify your specific challenges and goals together. From there, we'll build a personalized plan, whether that means breaking down a tough homework assignment, developing new practice exercises, or exploring a creative idea. This methodology comes from my experience as a college teaching assistant, from three years of teaching swimming to students of all ages, from four to forty, and 3 years being a DREAM mentor for at-promise youth. I see my role as more than just an instructor; I'm a mentor dedicated to helping you build both skills and confidence.

At Dartmouth, I graduated with honors, earning seven citations for academic excellence in my coursework. I majored in Comparative Literature and minored in Digital Arts, which gave me a deep understanding of both creative storytelling and the technical tools needed to bring those stories to life. I've put these skills to the test professionally, contributing to documentary projects for the National Geographic Society and the Television Academy Foundation (The Emmy’s). Whether you need help writing a standout college essay, preparing for an AP exam, or producing a film, I'm ready to share my practical knowledge and help you achieve your goals.

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Adobe After Effects

Adobe After Effects

I developed my Adobe After Effects skills as part of my Digital Arts minor at Dartmouth College, specifically for a final animation project in a class with renowned experimental animator Jodie Mack. My expertise includes creating motion graphics, designing titles, and producing visual effects for the more than 20 short films and animations I completed. As a proficient user of the entire Adobe Creative Cloud suite, I can teach you how to use After Effects for basic animation or complex VFX, ensuring your projects have a professional polish.
Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Photoshop

As part of my Digital Arts minor at Dartmouth College, I developed my Adobe Photoshop skills in a course focused on Graphic Design Principles. I have since applied this expertise across my creative projects, using Photoshop for photo editing, creating digital assets for animation, and developing graphics for video production. My proficiency is part of a broader expertise in the Adobe Creative Cloud suite. I can guide you through the fundamentals of design, help you master advanced photo manipulation techniques, or show you how to integrate Photoshop into a larger animation and video workflow.
Adobe Premiere

Adobe Premiere

My expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro comes from contributing to projects for the National Geographic Society and the Television Academy Foundation. In these professional roles, I worked within industry-standard post-production workflows on documentary projects. I have personally edited over 20 short films and animations using Premiere Pro and can teach you the entire pipeline, from organizing a project and creating a rough cut to adding graphics, mixing audio, and final color correction.
Animation

Animation

At Dartmouth College, I studied experimental animation directly under the acclaimed artist Jodie Mack, developing my unique creative voice. My expertise covers a wide range of techniques, including traditional stop motion, 2D motion graphics in After Effects, and 3D computer animation using Maya. I have produced over 20 of my own animated shorts and can guide you through the entire artistic process, from initial concept and storyboarding to the final render.
College Counseling

College Counseling

As a recent honors graduate from Dartmouth College and a QuestBridge Scholar, I have firsthand, up-to-date knowledge of today's competitive college admissions landscape. I personally navigated the process by applying to over 12 different colleges, giving me a broad understanding of what various top-tier institutions are looking for. My goal is to offer a peer's perspective to help you craft a compelling and authentic application, from brainstorming unique essay topics to building a standout activities list. I can help you translate your unique story into an application that resonates with admissions officers today.
Creative Writing

Creative Writing

As a Comparative Literature major at Dartmouth College, I focused my studies on the art of storytelling, culminating in writing a feature-length screenplay for my thesis. This deep academic dive into narrative structure is supported by my professional experience, which includes writing articles for an international news journal and providing script coverage for an acclaimed film production company. I can guide you through the entire creative process, from developing compelling characters and structuring a plot to mastering dialogue and refining your prose for any medium.
ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

As a native English speaker and the son of an immigrant from Morocco, I bring a unique and empathetic perspective to teaching. Having studied French and Arabic myself, I personally understand the challenges of mastering a new language and can provide patient, intuitive instruction to help students overcome hurdles with grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary. My goal is to build your confidence and help you communicate effectively in any setting, whether it's conversational, academic, or professional.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

As a Comparative Literature major at Dartmouth College, I spent years analyzing texts and constructing persuasive arguments. My studies culminated in writing a feature-length screenplay for my thesis, a project that required a deep understanding of how to build a compelling narrative and structure an argument from the ground up. This academic foundation is supported by my professional experience writing articles for an international news journal. I can guide you through every stage of the essay writing process, from developing a strong thesis to finding evidence, structuring your points, and polishing your prose for maximum clarity and impact.
Film

Film

My filmmaking experience ranges from professional documentary production for the National Geographic Society and the Television Academy Foundation to hands-on work with retro formats. I am passionate about analog mediums and am proficient in shooting 16mm and Super 8 film, as well as working with vintage digital formats like Mini-DV and VHS. This foundational knowledge is complemented by my expertise in modern production, including directing , cinematography , and editing on professional software. Whether you want to shoot your first roll of film or produce a polished digital short, I can guide you through every stage of the process.
Graphic Design

Graphic Design

As a Digital Arts minor at Dartmouth College, I studied the principles of graphic design and developed my skills using the Adobe Creative Cloud suite. I have applied this training in a professional context, including designing a complete press release kit for the acclaimed film The Blue Caftan (2022) to pitch to sponsors and venues. Whether you are learning the fundamentals of composition and typography or mastering software like Photoshop and After Effects, I can help you create visually compelling work for your own projects.
Interview Prep

Interview Prep

My approach to interview prep comes directly from my success in securing highly competitive internships at the National Geographic Society and the Television Academy Foundation. I can teach you the strategies I used to articulate my skills, prepare for industry-specific questions, and present my personal story in a compelling and memorable way. We will work together on everything from researching the role and anticipating questions to conducting mock interviews, ensuring you walk into any room with confidence and a clear narrative.
Personal Statements

Personal Statements

I know the power of compelling writing because it has been central to my own success, from securing multiple academic and creative grants to landing competitive internships at the National Geographic Society and the Television Academy Foundation. The personal statement and cover letter are where you prove your value, and as a recent Dartmouth honors graduate, I've repeatedly crafted narratives that stand out to committees. I specialize in helping students find their unique voice and transform their personal experiences into powerful essays that are authentic, memorable, and persuasive.
Photography

Photography

My professional photography skills were developed while assisting the cinematographer on three documentary shoots for the National Geographic Society. As a video journalist for Morocco World News, I was responsible for filming a variety of live cultural and economic events, which honed my eye for composition and capturing the right moment. My expertise extends to post-production, including professional color correction using DaVinci Resolve and the Adobe Creative Cloud suite. I can guide you through the fundamental principles of photography, from mastering your camera's manual settings to developing a strong compositional eye.
Python

Python

As part of my Digital Arts minor at Dartmouth College, I learned Python as a fundamental tool for game design and interactive projects. My coursework centered on using Python to script gameplay mechanics, character interactions, and user interfaces within the Unity engine for both game and AR/VR experiences. Whether you are a beginner learning the fundamentals or an artist looking to bring a creative project to life, I can provide clear, project-based instruction to help you master Python for creative coding.
Swimming

Swimming

With three years of experience as a professional swim instructor, I have successfully taught students of all ages, from toddlers learning water safety to adults refining their technique. My teaching is grounded in my own background as a member of my high school's competitive Boys' Swim Team. I specialize in creating a patient and encouraging environment to help swimmers master everything from basic strokes to the advanced form required for freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly.
Unity

Unity

As a core part of my Digital Arts minor at Dartmouth College, I used Unity to create interactive games and virtual reality experiences. My work in this area earned me a College Dean's Honor Citation for Academic Excellence in AR/VR Design. My project-based coursework involved scripting with Python, building 3D environments, and designing user interactions within the Unity engine. I can help you learn the fundamentals of the software, develop your own game idea, or integrate AR/VR features into your creative projects.
Unreal Engine

Unreal Engine

As a Digital Arts minor at Dartmouth College with academic honors in AR/VR Design, my expertise lies in building interactive 3D worlds. My teaching methodology is entirely project-based; I believe the best way to master a powerful tool like Unreal Engine is to build a project you are passionate about from the ground up. We will work together to break down your creative vision into manageable steps, focusing on the core principles of game logic, level design, and asset integration to bring your ideas to life.
Video Production

Video Production

At Dartmouth College, I focused on film production within my Comparative Literature major and minored in Digital Arts, where I received academic honors for my work in 3D Modeling and AR/VR Design. My studies were project-based, allowing me to create over 20 short films, animations, and interactive experiences. This academic foundation is backed by professional internships in video production at the National Geographic Society and the Television Academy Foundation. My expertise covers the full production pipeline, including video editing (Adobe CC, Avid), color correction (DaVinci Resolve), graphic design (Photoshop, After Effects), 3D modeling (Maya), and AR/VR design using Unity and Blender.
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