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Hi, I’m Sana Ali. I’m a multimedia producer and journalist who builds stories that reflect people’s lived experiences, especially around social inequality and race. I’ve worked across the UK in television, radio and online content, creating, scripting and editing pieces for Channel 4 News, ITV and Times Radio, while staying close to communities in the North of England.
I’m passionate about training and mentoring contributors from underrepresented backgrounds, helping them tell their stories with confidence and integrity. I’m always looking for new collaborations that bring diverse voices to the screen.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Hindi
Intermediate
Work Experience
Lead Producer at Channel 4 News
September 1, 2022 - October 1, 2025In charge of Channel 4 News’ presence in Leeds through building relationships with local communities in the North of England and generating story ideas. Pitching and producing stories across the UK, training contributors and writing briefing documents for presenters.
Freelance Producer at Channel 4 News
November 1, 2021 - September 1, 2022Seeking/booking guests for programme; building relationships; editing online content; liaising with newsroom and production teams to ensure live interviews.
Assistant Producer at Times Radio
February 1, 2021 - January 31, 2022Developing and researching story ideas for interviews, pitching to management; researching, booking and writing briefs for a diverse range of interview guests.
Assistant Producer at Econ Films
March 1, 2020 - April 30, 2021Assistant Producer for Investing in Climate Action: The Make or Break Decade.
Social Media Researcher at Econ Films
November 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Researching and supporting Corona Economics project; November–December 2020.
Social Media Manager at Total Insight Theatre
December 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021Planning marketing strategies, finding and liaising with contributors; building a monthly strategy; managing online content and engaging with audiences.
Assistant News Editor at Channel 4 News
November 1, 2020 - January 31, 2022Editing and coordinating news content; working with news desk to ensure smooth live and pre-recorded pieces.
Researcher at Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over (ITV)
October 1, 2020 - November 30, 2020Finding and booking contributors for a two-week live special; pitching interview ideas and shaping content.
Researcher at Stephen Lawrence: Has Britain Changed? (ITV)
June 1, 2020 - August 31, 2020Worked on institutional racism-focused documentary; researching topics and contributors.
Production Intern at ITV (Peston)
October 1, 2019 - July 31, 2020Production intern for ITV’s flagship political show; supporting production tasks and research.
Research Assistant at KOSKA
July 1, 2018 - October 31, 2018Research assistant role for a project.
English Literature Teacher at Manchester Health Academy
September 1, 2014 - July 31, 2015Teaching English Literature; planning lessons and assessment.
Translator (Hindi/Urdu) at Channel 4 News
May 1, 2021 - May 31, 2021Hindi/Urdu translator for Uncovered series.
Education
BA at University of Cambridge, Queens' College
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019Qualifications
1st Class Honours
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019Foundation Scholarship
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
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