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I am a highly accomplished broadcast journalist and independent podcast host based in Dubai. I am the Founder & Host of Portraits by Paula Mac, a long-form interview platform that explores culture, identity, entrepreneurship, wellness, and global society.
I love collaborating with guests, experts, and communities to create engaging, insightful stories for YouTube, podcasts, and social media, while upholding editorial integrity and audience relevance.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Latvian
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
Work Experience
Podcast Host & Producer at Portraits by Paula Mac
January 1, 2023 - PresentSelf-produced podcast highlighting inspiring personal journeys across continents; responsibilities include researching, scripting, conducting in-depth interviews, and overseeing recording, editing, publishing, and promotion; developing visual storytelling concepts and SEO strategy; growing audience, and collaborating with embassies, creatives, and entrepreneurs to promote cultural dialogue.
Journalist & TV Personality at RigaTV24
July 1, 2013 - September 1, 2017Reported live for daily news broadcasts on major government, business, and social events in Latvia; produced and presented original reports; interviewed key figures and community leaders; created features and seasonal campaigns and helped shape editorial angles and tone.
Account Director, MENA at SevenCapital
February 1, 2020 - PresentLead regional partnership strategy in the Middle East and North/East Africa; drive business development through communication planning and client management; strengthen relationships with global corporate partners and stakeholders.
Key Account Manager at SevenCapital
April 1, 2019 - February 1, 2020Managed business development across UAE, Oman, South Africa, Mauritius, and India; built trusted relationships with financial advisers and investors; organized networking and educational events to enhance client engagement.
Sales Account Manager at SevenCapital
October 1, 2017 - April 1, 2019Maintained key client portfolios, identified opportunities for regional growth, and supported marketing initiatives.
Communication Manager Assistant at AD Astra
February 1, 2013 - May 1, 2013Assisted with campaign planning, client coordination, and media communication tasks.
Journalist & Producer at Riga TV
June 1, 2012 - October 1, 2017Reported, produced, and presented television news and feature content covering political, social, business, and cultural stories across Latvia and the broader region. Conducted live on-air reporting, breaking news coverage, and in-depth interviews with public figures, experts, and community voices. Spearheaded editorial research, cultivated trusted sources, and managed story development from initial pitch through to broadcast. Collaborated with production teams under strict daily newsroom deadlines, upholding accuracy, editorial integrity, and audience relevance.
Account Director at MEA Seven Capital
October 1, 2017 - July 1, 2023Directed investor and partner relationships across the UAE, Oman, South Africa, Mauritius, and India, developing significant commercial fluency within multicultural business environments. Supported client communications, strategic account planning, and stakeholder management throughout a six-year tenure.
Founder & Host at Portraits by Paula
March 1, 2025 - PresentEstablished and independently produced a long-form interview platform that explores culture, identity, entrepreneurship, wellness, and global society, applying broadcase journalism principles to independent media. Conducting in-depth editorial interviews with an international roster of guests spanning business, the arts, wellness, and public life. Oversee all editorial development, including story selection, comprehensive research, interview preparation, scripting, production coordination, and post-production oversight. Distribute content across YouTube, podcast, and social media platforms, focusing on audience-first storytelling and maintaining editorial integrity.
Founder & Host at Portraits by Paula Muzikante-MacNeill
March 1, 2025 - PresentEstablished and independently produced a long-form interview platform that examines culture, identity, entrepreneurship, wellness, and global society; applied broadcast journalism principles across YouTube, podcasts, and social media. Conducted in-depth editorial interviews with a rotating roster of guests spanning business, the arts, wellness, and public life. Oversaw all editorial development including story selection, research, interview preparation, scripting, production coordination, and post-production oversight. Built a growing community around substantial, character-driven journalism presented in a digital format. Managed content distribution and audience engagement.
Director at MEA Seven Capital Dubai
October 1, 2017 - July 1, 2023Directed investor and partner relationships across the UAE, Oman, South Africa, Mauritius, and India, developing significant commercial fluency within multi-cultural business environments.
Reporter, Producer & Presenter at Riga TV24
June 1, 2012 - October 1, 2017Reported, produced, and presented television news and feature content covering political, social, business, and cultural stories across Latvia and the broader region. Conducted live on-air reporting, breaking news coverage, and in-depth interviews with public figures, experts, and community voices. Spearheaded editorial research, cultivated trusted sources, and managed story development from initial pitch through to broadcast. Collaborated with production teams under stringent daily newsroom deadlines, upholding accuracy, editorial integrity, and audience relevance.
Account Director – MEA at Seven Capital
October 1, 2017 - July 1, 2023Directed investor and partner relationships across the UAE, Oman, South Africa, Mauritius, and India, developing significant commercial fluency within multicultural business environments.
Founder & Host at Portraits by Paula Mac
March 1, 2025 - PresentEstablished an independent long-form interview platform that examines culture, identity, entrepreneurship, wellness, and global society; produced, edited, and presented content across multiple platforms, including live and pre-recorded formats.
Education
Course in Entrepreneurship at London Business School
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Global Business Course at Harvard Business School Online
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Seminar Diploma: Climate Change and Emissions Reduction at European Journalism Centre, Brussels
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016BA in Communication and Media Studies at University of Latvia
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013Courses in Aesthetics & Critical Thinking at University of Latvia, Faculty of History and Philosophy
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014Diploma in Social Anthropology at University of Oxford
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026Diploma in Start-up Business Management at London Business School
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026Diploma in Global Business Online at Harvard Business School
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026BSc in Communications & Media Studies at University of Latvia
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026Diploma in Social Anthropology Online at University of Oxford
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026Diploma in Start-Up Business Management Online at London Business School
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026Diploma in Global Business Online at Harvard Business School Online
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026BSc in Communications & Media Studies at University of Latvia
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026Diploma in Social Anthropology at University of Oxford
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026Diploma in Start-Up Business Management at London Business School
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026Diploma in Global Business at Harvard Business School
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026Bachelor of Science in Communication & Media Studies at University of Latvia
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026Qualifications
Course in Entrepreneurship
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Global Business Course
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Seminar Diploma: Climate Change and Emissions Reduction
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Financial Services, Education, Real Estate & Construction
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