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I am an international multilingual journalist and media producer with more than 15 years of experience in TV producing, writing, video editing, and managing news and feature content for television, radio, digital, and social media platforms. I am a proven team leader with extensive experience as a line producer, anchor, videographer, and editor in fast-paced, deadline-driven newsrooms. I am fluent in Kurdish (Kurmanji/Sorani), Arabic, and English, with deep regional expertise and a strong record of adapting and versioning content across languages while meeting editorial and production standards.
I have led and contributed to editorial and production workflows at VOA and Alhurra, writing, editing, and translating content for TV, web, and social distribution, and coordinating multi-bureau coverage with a focus on accuracy, speed, and audience engagement.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
Kurdish
Fluent
English
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent
Work Experience
International Multimedia Journalist at Voice of America
January 1, 2020 - June 1, 2025Wrote, edited, and translated news stories; produced, filmed, and edited political and social content; developed brand identity and online reputation; managed content calendars and digital promotion strategies; monitored analytics and optimized audience engagement; oversaw multimedia content creation across videos, articles, images, and podcasts.
Digital Community Manager at Alhurra Digital RYV
October 1, 2016 - May 1, 2019Produced 7–8 weekly news reports using raw media assets; built relationships with digital audiences and partner organizations; directed visual content integration on social and web platforms; collaborated with researchers, directors, and production staff; enhanced interaction with 200+ viewer responses and engagement strategies; utilized Social Bakers and Hootsuite for analytics.
Senior Producer at Kurdistan 24 Cable TV
January 1, 2016 - May 1, 2016Produced 2–3 weekly news features focused on Kurdish/Middle Eastern affairs; supervised a six-person team and assigned daily coverage; managed and updated social media and official site content; oversaw TV production from concept to final delivery, aligning content with editorial standards; coordinated social media distribution and digital content packaging.
Line/Live Show Producer at Middle East Broadcasting Networks
June 1, 2008 - November 1, 2015Managed 3-hour live broadcast “Arabic Today Show”; scripted stories, booked guests, and coordinated logistics; handled inputs from multiple international bureaus; led 2–3 editorial planning meetings weekly; acted as main contact for audience feedback and show troubleshooting.
Social Media Specialist / TV Line Producer / International Multimedia Journalist at Voice of America (VOA)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025Wrote, produced, and edited news and feature content for TV, web, and social media; regularly served as line producer, managing rundowns, timing, and live broadcast execution; conducted interviews, wrote scripts, and edited content; adapted and translated content between English, Kurdish, and Arabic; reviewed and approved video packages and digital copy prior to broadcast or publication; logged and managed content within VOA’s digital asset management system.
Digital Community Manager & Multimedia Producer at Alhurra Digital / RYV
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019Produced and edited digital-first news and feature content for web and social platforms; managed daily audience engagement and moderated discussions during breaking news; coordinated content calendars and collaborated with reporters, editors, and designers; edited and approved video and written content for publication; supported live and recorded programming with digital extensions and social distribution.
Line Producer | Assignment Coordinator at Alhurra TV
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2016Managed three-hour daily live broadcasts coordinating content across five international bureaus; worked as a field reporter and videographer, producing original packages; anchored programs and hosted live segments as assigned; edited scripts, video, and rundowns prior to airtime; assisted in crisis-coverage planning to improve response time during breaking news.
Education
Master of Arts in Journalism and Digital Storytelling at American University
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism (Cum Laude) at Central Washington University
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025Certificate in Office Automation at Business Computer Training Institute
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025Certificate: The World in 2030 at International Center for Journalism ( UN Program)
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025M.A. in Journalism and Digital Storytelling at American University
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025B.A. in Broadcast Journalism, Cum Laude at Central Washington University
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025Certificate in Office Automation at Business Computer Training Institute
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025Certificate: The World in 2030 at International Center for Journalism ( UN Program)
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025M.A. Journalism & Digital Storytelling at American University
January 11, 2030 - May 12, 2026B.A. Broadcast Journalism at Central Washington University
January 11, 2030 - May 12, 2026Qualifications
Certificate in Office Automation
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025Certificate: The World in 2030
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025Google Analytics Essential Training
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025Project Management for Creative Projects
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025Online Video Content Strategy
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025Social Media Marketing Optimization
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025Social Media for Leadership
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025Effectively leading digital transformation
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025Case Management
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025Online Video Content Strategy (LinkedIn Learning)
January 11, 2030 - May 12, 2026Effectively Leading Digital Transformation
January 11, 2030 - May 12, 2026Social Media for Leadership
January 11, 2030 - May 12, 2026Google Analytics
January 11, 2030 - May 12, 2026Digital Transformation Leadership (LinkedIn Learning)
January 11, 2030 - May 12, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Professional Services, Telecommunications
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
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Intermediate
Intermediate
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