Seasoned writing, translation, and media professional with 20+ years of experience in news editing, content production, technical translation, and official correspondence. Proven track record managing teams of 30+, and developing award-winning programmes (Guinness World Record 2014 for longest TV broadcast). Specialised in Arabic–English translation, institutional reporting, advanced proofreading, and research & studies.
Professional Experience
Technical Writer & Translator
May 2023 – Present
Government Entity — Doha, Qatar
- Draft and edit official correspondence and technical reports in Arabic for executive review
- Translate complex documents between Arabic and English, including technical reports and official correspondence
- Design briefing documents with infographics using Chart.js and D3.js
- Coordinate with international organisations on multilateral cooperation initiatives
Freelance Journalist & Translator
Jan 2020 – Apr 2023
Various Organisations, Doha, Qatar
- Produced editorial content for judicial bodies, major corporations, and international media outlets
- Delivered specialised translations (Arabic ↔ English) for institutional and technical content under tight deadlines
Editor in Chief
Oct 2012 – Oct 2016
Talaqi Channel, Damascus, Syria
- Directed editorial strategy for all political programmes and daily news coverage
- Developed and launched a daily newsletter that became a key audience-engagement tool
- Contributed to winning the Guinness World Record for the longest-running TV broadcast (2014)
Editor in Chief
Mar 2005 – Dec 2019
Damascus Radio, Damascus, Syria
- Led a cross-functional team of 30 producers and broadcasters delivering daily live output
- Produced political analysis programmes and implemented editorial quality-control systems
Multimedia Producer
Dec 2003 – Feb 2005
Official Media Website, Damascus, Syria
- Produced science news content and managed multimedia assets across digital platforms