Hi, I’m Jawad Hussain. I’m a journalist, editor, and content strategist with more than two decades of experience shaping editorial, copywriting, and digital marketing for clients across the UAE, Europe, and Pakistan. I’ve built and led editorial and HR operations, managed multi-disciplinary content teams, and collaborated with government agencies to craft impactful press materials and campaigns. My hands-on approach combines sharp writing, rigorous editing, and a knack for aligning stakeholders around clear goals. Beyond the newsroom, I’ve published two novels on Amazon and continue to develop content and marketing programs that boost engagement and growth. I excel at creating SEO-friendly web content, steering CMS workflows (WordPress), and mentoring teams to deliver high-quality work on time. I’m driven by storytelling, curiosity, and a collaborative leadership style that helps teams learn quickly and perform at their best.

Jawad Hussain

Hi, I’m Jawad Hussain. I’m a journalist, editor, and content strategist with more than two decades of experience shaping editorial, copywriting, and digital marketing for clients across the UAE, Europe, and Pakistan. I’ve built and led editorial and HR operations, managed multi-disciplinary content teams, and collaborated with government agencies to craft impactful press materials and campaigns. My hands-on approach combines sharp writing, rigorous editing, and a knack for aligning stakeholders around clear goals. Beyond the newsroom, I’ve published two novels on Amazon and continue to develop content and marketing programs that boost engagement and growth. I excel at creating SEO-friendly web content, steering CMS workflows (WordPress), and mentoring teams to deliver high-quality work on time. I’m driven by storytelling, curiosity, and a collaborative leadership style that helps teams learn quickly and perform at their best.

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Hi, I’m Jawad Hussain. I’m a journalist, editor, and content strategist with more than two decades of experience shaping editorial, copywriting, and digital marketing for clients across the UAE, Europe, and Pakistan. I’ve built and led editorial and HR operations, managed multi-disciplinary content teams, and collaborated with government agencies to craft impactful press materials and campaigns. My hands-on approach combines sharp writing, rigorous editing, and a knack for aligning stakeholders around clear goals.

Beyond the newsroom, I’ve published two novels on Amazon and continue to develop content and marketing programs that boost engagement and growth. I excel at creating SEO-friendly web content, steering CMS workflows (WordPress), and mentoring teams to deliver high-quality work on time. I’m driven by storytelling, curiosity, and a collaborative leadership style that helps teams learn quickly and perform at their best.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Head of Editorial and HR Operations at Way Up Publishing Media UK (WUPP Media UK)
April 1, 2024 - November 5, 2025
During my association, I contributed to the company's inter-continental move from Europe to Dubai, set up its Editorial, marketing, and HR Operations in Dubai office, hiring, training, and maintaining multiple digital marketing teams, including writers, editors, graphic designers, etc. besides keeping in touch with clients to ensure all stakeholders are on the same page. Apart from the management side, I also get involved in copywriting, editing, and proofreading articles related to various clients from the crypto world.
Director of Operations at Al Zawar Information Technology (AZIT)
June 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
On-boarded a number of clients, conducted their social media and Digital Marketing Campaigns, generating leads for their businesses, hired and trained remote teams of writers, editors, graphic designers, and many other professionals. I personally wrote, edited, and proofread hundreds of articles and reports to ensure client satisfaction.
Published Author at Amazon
July 1, 2023 - November 5, 2025
Over the last two years, I have published two novels on Amazon while two more books are currently in the pipeline.
Head of Content at Bit Best CEX
November 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
During the short stint, I put the company on the map of the digital world, creating and optimizing social media presence (YouTube, Medium, Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, X, and Reddit). I produced hundreds of articles and social media posts to help the company expand its reach in the digital world.
Senior Journalist / Editorial Director at World Press Release Organization (WPRO)
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
As part of a 7-month contract, I helped WPRO create editorial and digital marketing operations, thereby taking their crypto and meme coin presales to multi-million-dollar success (up to $50 million).
Senior Operations Manager at Pak-Assist Healthcare Management
December 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
I represented medical tourism industry for over 5 years, serving foreigner patients, maintaining relations with the leading hospitals and clinics across Pakistan.
Content Manager at Arabian Gazette (UAE Based)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Participated in various events, interviewed industry leaders, and prepared publications during the stint spanning over four years, besides partnering with Dubai-based media organizations.
Editor in Chief at The Dataflow Group
May 1, 2011 - May 1, 2011
As the Editor in Chief, I led seven blogs for over 13 months, ensuring highest quality standards of content, conducting SEO research, Social Media Optimization/Management, and supporting its background screening projects.
Financial Journalist / Senior Correspondent at Xinhua News Agency (China State Media)
February 1, 2020 - February 1, 2020
During these 12 years, I reported exclusive news to international media from Pakistan's stock markets, sports, entertainment, political, and social arenas.
Sub-Editor / Assistant Editor at The Financial Daily
April 1, 2012 - April 1, 2012
Starting as a stock market reporter, promoted to sub editor's position and then as an Assistant Editor. During these five years, I reported/wrote thousands of news, research articles/features, and conducted interviews with industry leaders.
Call Center Manager at Manhattan Data Inc.
April 1, 2007 - April 1, 2007
I worked independently with American healthcare service providers to establish inbound call center operations, including hiring, training, and managing call center agents for approximately four years.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at University of the Punjab
April 1, 1996 - April 30, 1998
Bachelor of Arts at University of the Punjab, Lahore
September 1, 1996 - June 1, 1998
Matriculation at Sacred Heart School, Jhang
September 1, 1992 - September 1, 1994
Legal Transcription at Government initiative
April 1, 2001 - November 5, 2025

Qualifications

IELTS
September 1, 2018 - November 5, 2025
Legal Transcription
April 1, 2001 - November 5, 2025
IELTS
September 1, 2018 - November 5, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services