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I am an award-winning senior multimedia journalist with over 20 years of international experience in digital content strategy, cross-platform storytelling, and editorial leadership. Recognized for leading BBC Arabic’s YouTube and Instagram video initiatives, I have earned awards such as the British Media Award and Editorial Campaign of the Year. I specialise in producing high-impact content across news, documentaries, podcasts, and short-form video tailored to diverse audiences across MEN A and the UK. I am bilingual in Arabic and English, and I thrive on amplifying underrepresented voices, building audience engagement, and navigating complex narratives with clarity and cultural sensitivity. I enjoy collaborating with global media institutions, humanitarian agencies, and independent production teams to translate briefs into compelling, accessible stories.…I am an award-winning senior multimedia journalist with over 20 years of international experience in digital content strategy, cross-platform storytelling, and editorial leadership. Recognized for leading BBC Arabic’s YouTube and Instagram video initiatives, I have earned awards such as the British Media Award and Editorial Campaign of the Year. I specialise in producing high-impact content across news, documentaries, podcasts, and short-form video tailored to diverse audiences across MEN A and the UK. I am bilingual in Arabic and English, and I thrive on amplifying underrepresented voices, building audience engagement, and navigating complex narratives with clarity and cultural sensitivity. I enjoy collaborating with global media institutions, humanitarian agencies, and independent production teams to translate briefs into compelling, accessible stories.

Hala Hindawi

Video Editor, Presenter, Content Producer, +6

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I am an award-winning senior multimedia journalist with over 20 years of international experience in digital content strategy, cross-platform storytelling, and editorial leadership. Recognized for leading BBC Arabic’s YouTube and Instagram video initiatives, I have earned awards such as the British Media Award and Editorial Campaign of the Year. I specialise in producing high-impact content across news, documentaries, podcasts, and short-form video tailored to diverse audiences across MEN A and the UK. I am bilingual in Arabic and English, and I thrive on amplifying underrepresented voices, building audience engagement, and navigating complex narratives with clarity and cultural sensitivity. I enjoy collaborating with global media institutions, humanitarian agencies, and independent production teams to translate briefs into compelling, accessible stories.…I am an award-winning senior multimedia journalist with over 20 years of international experience in digital content strategy, cross-platform storytelling, and editorial leadership. Recognized for leading BBC Arabic’s YouTube and Instagram video initiatives, I have earned awards such as the British Media Award and Editorial Campaign of the Year. I specialise in producing high-impact content across news, documentaries, podcasts, and short-form video tailored to diverse audiences across MEN A and the UK. I am bilingual in Arabic and English, and I thrive on amplifying underrepresented voices, building audience engagement, and navigating complex narratives with clarity and cultural sensitivity. I enjoy collaborating with global media institutions, humanitarian agencies, and independent production teams to translate briefs into compelling, accessible stories.

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I am an award-winning senior multimedia journalist with over 20 years of international experience in digital content strategy, cross-platform storytelling, and editorial leadership. Recognized for leading BBC Arabic’s YouTube and Instagram video initiatives, I have earned awards such as the British Media Award and Editorial Campaign of the Year. I specialise in producing high-impact content across news, documentaries, podcasts, and short-form video tailored to diverse audiences across MEN A and the UK.

I am bilingual in Arabic and English, and I thrive on amplifying underrepresented voices, building audience engagement, and navigating complex narratives with clarity and cultural sensitivity. I enjoy collaborating with global media institutions, humanitarian agencies, and independent production teams to translate briefs into compelling, accessible stories.

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Intermediate

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Arabic

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Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & Creative Director at Nomad Squirrel Creative Media Agency (UK)

January 1, 2020 - Present

Leading a creative media consultancy and content studio that specialises in content strategy and translating complex briefs into clear, human video, audio, and digital messages for brands, NGOs, and founders.

Freelance Media Consultant at Independent / Freelance (UK, Turkey, Jordan) (Remote & On-site)

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Delivered strategic consulting to Arab and UK production studios to elevate digital content quality and audience engagement across the UK, Turkey, and Jordan. Provided expertise in creative translation, visual scripting, and content editing to ensure narrative clarity and cultural relevance. Advised on filming techniques, production workflows, and post-production quality. Supported independent filmmakers in preparing competitive grant applications for local and international funding and ensured alignment with founder expectations and audience impact goals.

Senior Broadcast Journalist - Video Curator at BBC

January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024

Played a key role in launching Instagram Reels for BBC Arabic and strengthening the service’s YouTube presence, driving audience growth and engagement. Produced, curated, and edited high-impact content across broadcast and online platforms, aligning with editorial goals and analytics.

Senior Presenter - Producer at BBC

January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2021

Presented live news across BBC Arabic's platforms while shaping editorial content and driving audience engagement. Developed and pitched compelling stories, reports, and features, leading cross-functional teams.

Senior Presenter - Producer at BBC

January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017

Presented BBC Arabic’s flagship daily magazine radio show and its first TV edition, covering UK stories and breaking news, demonstrating strong collaboration and leadership in working with cross-functional teams.