Award-Winning Media Pioneer & Technology Leader

25+ years transforming global media landscapes. Purpose-driven since age 17 as Spacetoon's youngest employee. Sound Designer for Student Academy Award-winning film, IT Consultant & Technology Leader serving international clients, Creator of Karazah Channel (739K+ subscribers, 310M+ views). Building bridges across cultures through innovative sound engineering, humanitarian broadcasting, and educational platforms reaching millions worldwide—from North America to Middle East.

25+
Years Experience
739K+
YouTube Subscribers
310M+
Video Views
50+
International Clients
👋 Professional Summary
Distinguished Syrian-American professional with 25+ years in media, technology, and humanitarian sectors. From award-winning sound engineering to global educational platforms.
🎵 Sound Engineering Excellence
Silver Award winner at Student Academy Awards for "Cloud Kumo". Expert in animation audio, film production, and multilingual voice-over work.
🏢 Media Entrepreneurship
Founder of SS Media Productions - full-service company specializing in 3D animation, VFX, and bilingual voiceovers for international clients.
📡 Humanitarian Broadcasting
Co-founded Radio Alkul during Syrian civil war, reaching 500K daily listeners. Continue serving Syrian diaspora globally.
2005-Present: Technology Leadership
IT Consultant & Technology Leader
25+ years professional IT consulting serving international clients. Enterprise architecture, cyber security, cloud infrastructure, network administration, healthcare IT (HIPAA), system integration. Notable: Led 18+ assisted-living facilities achieving 99.8% uptime with zero security incidents (2020-2024).
2016-Present: Media Empire
Founder - SS Media Productions & Karazah Channel
Built educational platform with 739K+ subscribers and 310M+ views teaching Arabic to children globally.
2012-2014: Humanitarian Media
Co-founder & War Journalist - Radio Alkul, Istanbul
Built studios, trained teams, reported from war zones. 500K daily listeners across seven provinces during civil war.
2006-2010: Industry Leadership
Head of Sound - Spacetoon
Created audio identity for hundreds of Arabic-dubbed series including Gundam Wing, Detective Conan, Beyblade.
🎬 Karazah Channel
Global Arabic educational platform with 739K+ subscribers and 310M+ views. Culturally sensitive content preserving language and heritage for diaspora communities worldwide.
📻 Radio Al-Kul
Founded during Syrian civil war, reaching 500K+ daily listeners. Provided uncensored news and humanitarian support. Featured by NPR, Al Jazeera, and international press.
🏆 Mohamad Bin Rashid Award
Governor of Dubai Award (2019) for excellence in Arabic language innovation and cultural preservation through digital media platforms.
🎥 Student Academy Award
Silver Winner (2016) - Hollywood recognition for sound design excellence in "Cloud Kumo" animated short film.
🎞️ SS Media Productions
Full-service production company serving 200+ international clients with 3D animation, VFX, bilingual voiceovers, and multimedia content.
📺 Syria TV Leadership
Media strategy and technical leadership for major broadcasting network. Implemented cutting-edge production workflows and digital transformation.
📽️ Video Portfolio
Explore my complete video portfolio featuring 15+ videos including documentaries, channel highlights, projects, and media appearances across broadcasting, education, and humanitarian work.

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📻 NPR
"Radio Pirates Risk Dangers of War to Reach Syrian People" - Feature on Radio Al-Kul humanitarian broadcasting

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📄 Washington Post
"Syria Diaspora Clubhouse Middle East" - Featured for leadership in Syrian diaspora community building

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✍️ Medium
"Radio Kul Broadcasts for a Free Syria" - Long-form feature on war-zone journalism

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🏆 Mohamad Bin Rashid Award
Official recognition page - Governor of Dubai Award (2019)

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🔗 Connect With Me
💼 LinkedIn: /in/obaisukar
📺 YouTube: @KarazahOfficial
📘 Facebook: obai.sukar
📷 Instagram: @obaisukar
📧 obai@obaisukar.com
"His quick grasp of software capabilities and insightful questions made implementation smooth and efficient."
Kerem Tekin
Digital Transformation, ex-Toyota
"Obai is hard working, authentic, and creative. Would strongly recommend for sound engineering help."
Mohamad Alkhouli, MD MBA
Professor & Vice Chair, Mayo Clinic
"He gave the channel its soul. By far one of the best professionals I had the pleasure to partner with."
Sinan Hatahet, PhD
Co-Founder, Workiom CRM
📧 Get In Touch
Ready to discuss your next technology project, media production, or consultation needs?
📧 obai@obaisukar.com
📍 Flint, Michigan, USA
🌐 Serving Global Markets

Professional Excellence

Distinguished Syrian-American leader combining technical mastery, entrepreneurial vision, and humanitarian impact across global markets

Prodigy Since Childhood

Tech & Media Excellence from Youth
Assembled first computer in 8th grade, mastering technology early. At age 17, became youngest employee at Spacetoon as "Mr. Radio" (2000-2005), leading radio programming while still in high school. Early mastery of both technology and media launched a 25+ year dual-career in IT consulting and broadcasting innovation.

Sound Engineering

Sound Engineering Excellence

Sound Designer for Student Academy Award-winning film "Cloud Kumo"
25+ years mastering animation & film audio production. Expert in Steinberg Nuendo, Pro Tools, Dante networking systems. Hundreds of credited works spanning major productions across international markets.

Media Entrepreneurship

Enterprise IT Leadership

25+ Years Serving International Clients
IT consulting across North America and Middle East. Enterprise architecture, cyber security, cloud infrastructure, network administration, HIPAA compliance, system integration. Led 18+ facilities achieving 99.8% uptime with zero security incidents. Expert in complex multi-site deployments and mission-critical infrastructure.

Humanitarian Broadcasting

Global Educational Impact

739K+ Subscribers, 310M+ Views
Created Karazah Channel teaching Arabic worldwide. International production team from nine countries creating culturally sensitive educational content for global diaspora.

Educational Innovation

Humanitarian Innovation

500K Daily Listeners During Crisis
Co-founded Radio Alkul during Syrian civil war—built studios, trained journalist teams, reported from war zones. Innovative mobile FM transmission reaching conflict zones with uncensored news and critical humanitarian information.

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Cross-Cultural Bridge Builder

Connecting communities across continents
Syrian-American leader bridging East and West through media innovation and technology. Multilingual production expertise (Arabic/English) serving diverse audiences from Damascus to Detroit. Featured in international media including NPR, Al Jazeera, Yahoo! Finance, Business Insider, and AP News for cultural impact and humanitarian leadership.

Impact & Results

Major achievements and measurable impact across global media, humanitarian broadcasting, and technology leadership

Karazah Channel

739K+ Subscribers | 310M+ Views
Created global Arabic educational platform managing international production teams across 9 countries. Culturally sensitive educational content preserving language and cultural heritage for diaspora communities worldwide.

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Radio Al-Kul

500K Daily Listeners | Featured in NPR, Al Jazeera
Co-founded independent media station during Syrian civil war. Built broadcast studios from ground up, trained journalist teams, worked as on-the-ground war journalist. Revolutionary mobile FM transmission reaching conflict zones with uncensored news and humanitarian information.

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Mohamad Bin Rashid Award

Governor of Dubai Recognition
Prestigious award for exceptional contributions to Arabic language education and cultural innovation.

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Cloud Kumo

Sound Designer for Academy Award-Winning Film
Advanced audio engineering for Student Academy Award Silver winner (2016). International recognition for technical excellence.

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SS Media Productions

Founded Michigan-based media company
Full-service studio offering 3D animation, VFX, sound design, and bilingual voiceovers. Serving 50+ international clients across multiple industries.

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Syria TV Documentary

Featured biographical episode
Professional profile covering career journey and achievements with English subtitles.

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Recognition & Press

Featured across major media outlets for leadership in technology, humanitarian work, and cultural impact

NPR: Radio Pirates Risk Dangers of War to Reach Syrian People Washington Post: Syria Diaspora Clubhouse Middle East Al Jazeera: Syria's Opposition Radio Makes Waves Mohamad Bin Rashid Award: Governor of Dubai Recognition Medium: Radio Kul Broadcasts for a Free Syria Yahoo Finance: How Perseverance Created SS-Media Productions Powerhouse Business Insider: From Basement To 150 Million Views On YouTube Digital Journal: From Basement to 150 Million Views on YouTube AP News: SS-Media Productions Press Release Yahoo Now: How Perseverance Created SS-Media Productions Alkhaleejonline: Karazah: Professional YouTube Channel Teaching Arabic to Children Enab Baladi: Race to Reach Children - Who Controls the Channels BBC Xtra: Standard and Colloquial Arabic - Different Dialects Al Hurra TV: Arabic Cartoons for Children Orient Net: Will Arabic Be Lost to Syrian Children in Europe? Al Hurra TV: Arabic Language Day - Al Yawm Program Syria TV: Karazah Channel - Three Years of Meaningful Content Arabic German Podcast: Interview with Karazah Channel Founder Al Aan FM Podcast: Saret Ma3i with Maha Fattoum Qaf TV: We Rise with Art Hosts Karazah Channel Radio Orient: For Arabic Language Safety - Karazah by Syrian Youth TRT Arabic: Over 80% of Karazah Project Staff are Volunteers Toq Toq 101: Obai Sukar with Ammar Daba Syrian News Agency: Karazah Founder Receives International Award Sabah Al Khair Ya Arab: Interview After Receiving Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Award Zoom Syria: Karazah Wins Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Arabic Language Award Radio Orient: Karazah Wins Mohammed bin Rashid Arabic Language Award in Dubai Syria TV: Interview with Obai Sukar - Karazah Channel Founder (Feb 2025)

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Portfolio & Videos

Explore my complete video portfolio featuring sound design, music production, mixing projects, and professional media work across diverse creative endeavors

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Client Testimonials

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