Hi, I’m Al Ziad Sami, a multimedia and social media producer based in Arlington, TX. I craft short-form video content, reels, and live-event coverage for university audiences, turning complex ideas into engaging stories that resonate with students and communities. With hands-on experience from UT Arlington Libraries and Connect Japan, I’ve led creative campaigns, supported studio production, and built content calendars, optimizing engagement and expanding reach. I’m passionate about collaborating across teams to tell authentic stories and drive impact.

AL ZIAD SAMI

Hi, I’m Al Ziad Sami, a multimedia and social media producer based in Arlington, TX. I craft short-form video content, reels, and live-event coverage for university audiences, turning complex ideas into engaging stories that resonate with students and communities. With hands-on experience from UT Arlington Libraries and Connect Japan, I’ve led creative campaigns, supported studio production, and built content calendars, optimizing engagement and expanding reach. I’m passionate about collaborating across teams to tell authentic stories and drive impact.

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Hi, I’m Al Ziad Sami, a multimedia and social media producer based in Arlington, TX. I craft short-form video content, reels, and live-event coverage for university audiences, turning complex ideas into engaging stories that resonate with students and communities.

With hands-on experience from UT Arlington Libraries and Connect Japan, I’ve led creative campaigns, supported studio production, and built content calendars, optimizing engagement and expanding reach. I’m passionate about collaborating across teams to tell authentic stories and drive impact.

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Work Experience

Multimedia Assistant at Department of UT Arlington Libraries - Marketing & Communication
August 1, 2025 - Present
Planned and created short-form social media content, reels, interviews, and live event coverage, generating 20-25K monthly views, adding 550+ new followers, and improving engagement by 7% through student-focused storytelling and brand-aligned messaging. Supported social media strategy through content ideation, copywriting, analytics tracking, and performance optimization to strengthen communication, reach, and platform presence.
Studios Student Assistant at Department of UT Arlington Libraries - Creative Spaces & Services
July 1, 2025 - Present
Supported audio, video, and photography production while assisting students and faculty with studio equipment and Logic Pro / AV tools, ensuring smooth creative workflows and quality execution. Provided reliable customer support, troubleshooting, and guidance while collaborating with media staff to maintain an engaging, accessible production environment.
Press & Media Secretary at BSO of UT Arlington
July 1, 2025 - Present
Directed digital campaigns for major events like EKTARA Cultural Festival and Arlington Premier League, producing reels, promotional videos, and social content that increased visibility and boosted content views by 37% while expanding audience reach. Developed media strategies that supported $10,000+ in sponsorship funding, strengthening partnerships and campus brand presence.
Head of Programs at Remote Video Editing Department of Connect Japan
April 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
Produced and distributed 10+ global video campaigns for prospective international students, boosting brand awareness and cross-platform engagement through creative, student-focused storytelling. Conducted audience research and insight analysis to drive data-informed content strategy, ensuring alignment with trends and user needs. Managed full content lifecycle—from research and planning to editing and publishing—delivering consistent quality, relevance, and measurable impact.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Information Systems, Minor in Marketing at University of Texas at Arlington
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2028

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services