Hi, I’m Shaheer Zahid—a journalist and digital content strategist with 4+ years of experience in producing SEO-optimized features, news, and investigative reporting for high-traffic tech and entertainment outlets. I’ve authored 4,000+ articles spanning gaming, tech, TV, and film, driving organic traffic growth and earning backlinks from Forbes-tier outlets. I’m skilled at turning complex topics into engaging stories and managing editorial pipelines end-to-end. Beyond writing, I excel at content marketing, social media campaigns, and cross-platform storytelling. I thrive in collaborative environments, love turning data into actionable insights, and enjoy crafting audience-focused narratives that resonate across channels. I’m based in Lahore, Pakistan, and am excited to contribute to teams pushing boundaries in tech and media.

Shaheer Zahid

Hi, I’m Shaheer Zahid—a journalist and digital content strategist with 4+ years of experience in producing SEO-optimized features, news, and investigative reporting for high-traffic tech and entertainment outlets. I’ve authored 4,000+ articles spanning gaming, tech, TV, and film, driving organic traffic growth and earning backlinks from Forbes-tier outlets. I’m skilled at turning complex topics into engaging stories and managing editorial pipelines end-to-end. Beyond writing, I excel at content marketing, social media campaigns, and cross-platform storytelling. I thrive in collaborative environments, love turning data into actionable insights, and enjoy crafting audience-focused narratives that resonate across channels. I’m based in Lahore, Pakistan, and am excited to contribute to teams pushing boundaries in tech and media.

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Hi, I’m Shaheer Zahid—a journalist and digital content strategist with 4+ years of experience in producing SEO-optimized features, news, and investigative reporting for high-traffic tech and entertainment outlets. I’ve authored 4,000+ articles spanning gaming, tech, TV, and film, driving organic traffic growth and earning backlinks from Forbes-tier outlets. I’m skilled at turning complex topics into engaging stories and managing editorial pipelines end-to-end.

Beyond writing, I excel at content marketing, social media campaigns, and cross-platform storytelling. I thrive in collaborative environments, love turning data into actionable insights, and enjoy crafting audience-focused narratives that resonate across channels. I’m based in Lahore, Pakistan, and am excited to contribute to teams pushing boundaries in tech and media.

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Language

English
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent

Work Experience

Marketing Intern at iKonicDistro
July 31, 2024 - August 15, 2025
Assisted with the rebranding of the company before its re-launch. Created engaging blog posts, managed social media content, and executed email marketing campaigns that drove a 20% increase in brand engagement. Designed and implemented social media marketing campaigns, contributing to a 15% growth in audience reach. Assisted with onboarding artists to the iKonic team and guided them through the Web 3.0 platform.
Features Writer at Gamerant
October 31, 2023 - August 15, 2025
Produced over 50 long-form feature articles on TV shows and films, fostering community discussions and increasing site engagement. Contributed to Gamerant's reputation as a leading entertainment platform with well-researched, thought-provoking content. Averaged thousands of views per article, some articles reaching over 50,000 sessions.
News/Features Writer at Tech4Gamers
March 1, 2023 - Present
Authored over 500 timely and engaging news articles and more than 200 in-depth feature articles on gaming and tech developments. Conducted investigative journalism and produced exclusive reports that significantly impacted the industry, earning backlinks from reputable outlets such as Forbes. Leveraged industry expertise to craft news reports from fresh angles, significantly boosting view counts and improving the site's search engine ranking.
News Writer at Emopulse
March 31, 2023 - August 15, 2025
Created exclusive content focused on gaming industry news and increased site traffic by 30%. Played a key role in establishing Emopulse as a trusted source for gaming news and technical solutions before the site shut down.
Features Writer at BGR
October 1, 2025 - Present
Produces detailed analyses on emerging tech trends and crafts practical guides, including deal rundowns and product explainers. Maintains the site's reputation as a trusted authority in the tech space and consistently delivers timely coverage aligned with editorial standards and reader expectations.
Features Writer at MakeUseOf
March 1, 2025 - Present
Produced tech features and expert opinion pieces optimized for Google Discover, contributing to consistently high organic session volumes across a competitive editorial beat. Pitched and developed story angles grounded in original perspectives, maintaining alignment with editorial standards for discovery-driven platforms. Sourced expert commentary and applied audience-focused framing to maximize reach, sustaining strong content performance over time.
Features Writer at BGR
October 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025
Authored detailed tech trend analyses, practical how-to guides, and deal roundups, reinforcing BGR's authority as a trusted tech publication. Delivered timely, on-brand coverage that consistently aligned with editorial standards and exceeded readership expectations. Produced product explainers that bridged technical complexity with accessibility for a mainstream tech audience.
Senior Staff Writer at Tech4Gamers
March 1, 2023 - Present
Authored 700+ news articles and 300+ feature articles on gaming and tech, consistently ranking in top search positions and driving significant organic traffic. Conducted investigative reports that earned editorial backlinks from Forbes and other high-authority outlets, raising the site's domain authority. Applied a distinctive editorial angle to breaking news, improving view counts, and boosting the site’s visibility on Google Search.
News Writer & Dept. Lead at Emopulse
November 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023
Produced exclusive gaming news content that drove a 30% increase in site traffic during the initial engagement, helping establish Emopulse as a credible industry source. Upon site relaunch, appointed to lead the entire news department — overseeing editorial direction, content planning, and writer coordination.
News Writer & Dept. Lead at Emopulse
December 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026
Features Writer at Game Rant
June 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Published 150+ long-form features on TV shows and films, with high-performing articles reaching 50,000+ sessions, fostering community engagement at scale. Contributed to Game Rant’s reputation as a leading entertainment platform through well-researched, culturally resonant content.

Education

Associate Degree In Computer Science at Crescent College
October 1, 2018 - March 1, 2020
Bachelor's Degree In Business at Lahore Garrison University
March 16, 2022 - February 17, 2026
High School Degree In Science at American Lycetuff
October 14, 2015 - July 1, 2017
B.S. – Business (Marketing) at Lahore Garrison University
January 11, 2030 - February 1, 2026
Intermediate – Computer Science at Crescent College
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2020

Qualifications

SEO Writing Certification
January 11, 2030 - May 28, 2026
Google Analytics Certification
January 11, 2030 - May 28, 2026
Content Marketing Certification
January 11, 2030 - May 28, 2026

Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet