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I am an avid learner and always keen on gaining more knowledge and new experiences. I aim to contribute meaningfully by combining creativity with continuous growth, knowing that giving back is essential for both personal and collective development. I have experience in strategic communications through photography and archiving, and I enjoy working across media roles such as hosting and content presentation. Through leadership in student initiatives and ongoing learning in design and photography, I bring a curious, collaborative mindset to every project.…I am an avid learner and always keen on gaining more knowledge and new experiences. I aim to contribute meaningfully by combining creativity with continuous growth, knowing that giving back is essential for both personal and collective development. I have experience in strategic communications through photography and archiving, and I enjoy working across media roles such as hosting and content presentation. Through leadership in student initiatives and ongoing learning in design and photography, I bring a curious, collaborative mindset to every project.

Diala Shayya

Photographer, Graphic Designer, Videographer, +5

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I am an avid learner and always keen on gaining more knowledge and new experiences. I aim to contribute meaningfully by combining creativity with continuous growth, knowing that giving back is essential for both personal and collective development. I have experience in strategic communications through photography and archiving, and I enjoy working across media roles such as hosting and content presentation. Through leadership in student initiatives and ongoing learning in design and photography, I bring a curious, collaborative mindset to every project.…I am an avid learner and always keen on gaining more knowledge and new experiences. I aim to contribute meaningfully by combining creativity with continuous growth, knowing that giving back is essential for both personal and collective development. I have experience in strategic communications through photography and archiving, and I enjoy working across media roles such as hosting and content presentation. Through leadership in student initiatives and ongoing learning in design and photography, I bring a curious, collaborative mindset to every project.

Available to hire

I am an avid learner and always keen on gaining more knowledge and new experiences. I aim to contribute meaningfully by combining creativity with continuous growth, knowing that giving back is essential for both personal and collective development.

I have experience in strategic communications through photography and archiving, and I enjoy working across media roles such as hosting and content presentation. Through leadership in student initiatives and ongoing learning in design and photography, I bring a curious, collaborative mindset to every project.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Beginner

Language

English

Fluent

Arabic

Fluent

Work Experience

SMTV Host, Media and Design Team Volunteer at Lebanese American University

January 1, 2025 - Present

Volunteered as part of the SMTV Media and Design Team, contributing to hosting and media/design efforts for LAU SMTV.

SMTV Host / MUN Host at Lebanese American University

September 1, 2024 - Present

Hosted SMTV and participated in Model United Nations activities under LAU’s student media and diplomacy-related programs. Featured on the LAU SMTV YouTube channel.

Intern (SMTV Host, MUN Host) at Mink Agency / Lebanese American University (LAU SMTV)

January 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025

Interned and supported SMTV activities, including hosting responsibilities. Also participated in Model United Nations (MUN) activities and related hosting work under LAU’s programs (LAU SMTV available on YouTube for reference).

Freelance Workshop Participant (Art & Calligraphy - Workshop) at School of Art and calligraphy - Fujairah

October 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025

Freelance workshop experience in a practical art and calligraphy environment, supporting her ongoing learning in creative fields.

President - Astronomy Club at Lebanese American University

September 1, 2023 - June 30, 2025

Led the Astronomy Club through planning and organizing club activities. Managed teamwork, coordination, and ongoing club responsibilities while supporting member engagement and events.

Freelance Workshop Participant - Art and Calligraphy (Workshop) at School of Art and Calligraphy - Fujairah

September 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025

Freelance workshop experience focused on creative practice in art and calligraphy, expanding hands-on skills and creative methods.

Strategic Communications Department - Photography and Archiving (Featured Work) at Lebanese American University

September 1, 2023 - Present

Captured and archived photography for the university, with selected photos featured on LAU’s official website. Contributed to maintaining organized media resources and supporting university communications through visual storytelling.

President, Astronomy Club at Lebanese American University

September 1, 2023 - May 31, 2025

Led the Astronomy Club as President, organizing and contributing to club activities and events during her tenure.

Strategic Communications Department (Photography, Archiving) at Lebanese American University

August 1, 2021 - Present

Photographed and archived content for the Strategic Communications Department. Her photography was featured on the official LAU website, supporting the university’s public communications and digital presence.

Photography, Archiving Intern (Strategic Communications Department) at Lebanese American University

June 1, 2021 - Present

Captured photographs for the official LAU website and contributed to archiving activities within the Strategic Communications Department. Work included producing and organizing visual assets used for official university publications.

SMTV Host and MUN Host (Internship/Role) at Lebanese American University (SMTV / MUN)

January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021

Hosted SMTV and participated in Model United Nations activities within the university. Supported media and communications for LAU; SMTV work is referenced via the LAU SMTV YouTube channel.