Journalist and Wikimedian with background in media and Middle Eastern Studies. Skilled in news reporting, conducting interviews, fact-checking, podcast production, and Wikipedia publishing. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Content Management Systems. Passionate about multimedia storytelling that informs and inspires. Eager to bring creativity and dedication to a dynamic newsroom.…

Lara Sabri

Journalist and Wikimedian with background in media and Middle Eastern Studies. Skilled in news reporting, conducting interviews, fact-checking, podcast production, and Wikipedia publishing. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Content Management Systems. Passionate about multimedia storytelling that informs and inspires. Eager to bring creativity and dedication to a dynamic newsroom.…

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Journalist and Wikimedian with background in media and Middle Eastern Studies. Skilled in news reporting, conducting interviews, fact-checking, podcast production, and Wikipedia publishing. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Content Management Systems. Passionate about multimedia storytelling that informs and inspires. Eager to bring creativity and dedication to a dynamic newsroom.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Journalist at The Crypto Radio
July 1, 2024 - Present
Researching social media crypto trends; writing educational short-form content for the live stream radio; pitching stories for the Crypto Radio website; conducting interviews and covering panel discussions.
Freelance Journalist at Travel and Tour World
May 1, 2024 - Present
Video coverage of the Arabian Travel Market and its press conferences; conducted video interviews with experts in hospitality, tourism, and travel; wrote news pieces for a personal blog; liaised with PR and editors for potential interview coverage opportunities.
Wiki Club Program Coordinator at Emirates Literature Foundation (Wikimedia Club)
January 1, 2025 - Present
Coordinate monthly Wikimedia Club sessions; brainstorm outreach ideas; script and post social content; coordinate with editors and partners to grow open knowledge initiatives.
Freelance Writer at Freelance (Self-employed)
March 11, 2024 - Present

Education

Bachelors of Communication and Information Studies, major in Journalism at American University in Dubai
September 3, 2019 - May 12, 2023
Diploma in Middle Eastern Studies at American University in Dubai
January 10, 2022 - May 12, 2023

Qualifications

Research Training Program with Wikimedians of UAE User Group
May 17, 2023 - July 31, 2023
CDFJ Journalism Training Program
June 1, 2023 - September 15, 2025
ARIJ Network
June 1, 2023 - September 15, 2025
Introduction to Digital Journalism (Reuters)
May 1, 2023 - May 15, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment

Skills

Experience Level