Youssef became interested in theatre and cinema at a young age and entered the audiovisual world professionally in October 2019, when he took a leading acting role in the film Dez Takhtaf. He later worked with several radio stations and began directing short films that were presented at national and international festivals. He joined the Higher Institute of Arts and Crafts in Sfax and studied cinema and audiovisuals, specializing in directing and production. He directed his first feature film in 2024.