Professional Experience CGTN America – Digital ProducerWashington, D.C. | Sep 2024 – Present
- Produce high-impact digital news content—videos, explainers, and visual graphics—for cross-platform distribution (Instagram, X/Twitter, YouTube, Facebook).
- Write and edit scripts, source footage (AP/Reuters), and assemble explainer packages using Adobe Premiere.
- Report on-camera for digital explainer series, delivering original reporting on global affairs and trending topics.
- Analyze and report social media performance using analytics tools; optimize engagement strategies accordingly.
- Coordinate with broadcast teams to upload content to CGTN’s YouTube channel and website.
- Field produce B-roll and interviews at D.C.-area events.
American Community Journals – Editor-at-LargeRemote | Sep 2022 – Sep 2024
- Oversaw editorial planning, writing, and content curation for Bucksco.Today, a regional digital publication.
- Conducted interviews and wrote original feature stories spotlighting community leaders, small businesses, and local impact initiatives.
- Managed affiliate relationships and developed strategic content partnerships.
- Utilized WordPress SEO tools, Google Trends, and headline optimization strategies to increase organic traffic.
Nexstar Media Group (WDVM/WDCW) – Associate ProducerWashington, D.C. | Apr 2022 – Sep 2022
- Wrote and edited local and national stories for morning broadcast programs; covered politics, policy, and community events.
- Helped launch and rebrand D.C. News Now; supported editorial vision, segment stacking, and live production.
- Used iNews, ENPS, Bitcentral, and Adobe Premiere to create daily rundowns and edit show packages.
- Line produced live and pre-recorded content in the control room.
RT America – Broadcast Journalist / ProducerWashington, D.C. | Jul 2018 – Mar 2022
- Co-launched and produced In Question, RT’s flagship daytime news show, producing 3–5 live shows daily.
- Edited reporter packages, B-roll, and soundbites using Dalet in coordination with show producers.
- Coordinated live interviews across multiple time zones.
- Booked expert guests for interviews across various topics including global politics, social justice, and economic issues.
- Wrote interview questions, monologues, and scripts for host-read segments.
- Occasionally supported field production assignments and assisted with on-location shoots.
- Coordinated with the graphic design team on visual elements to support scripted segments.
- Helped ingest and catalog third-party video content (AP Video Hub, Ruptly) and managed internal clip distribution.
- Collaborated with fellow producers on managing Facebook and Twitter content for increased viewer engagement.
The Jordan Times – Junior Editorial InternAmman, Jordan | Feb – May 2017
- Edited and proofread articles in British English; contributed rewrites under tight editorial deadlines.
- Gained hands-on experience in international newsrooms under restricted press conditions.
SkillsVideo Editing & Production: Adobe Premiere Pro, Bitcentral, Dalet, ProTools
Newsroom Software: iNews, ENPS
Digital Platforms & SEO: WordPress, Google Analytics, Meltwater
Design & Visuals: Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom
Field & Studio Reporting: On-camera work, scriptwriting, guest booking
Social Media Strategy: Twitter/X, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram (analytics + optimization)
Languages- English (Fluent)
- Arabic (Intermediate)
- American Sign Language (ASL) (Beginner)
- French (Beginner)
- Spanish (Beginner)
Education American University– B.A. in Print Journalism & Arab World Studies Washington, D.C. | Sep 2014 – May 2018
- GPA: 3.7
- Relevant Coursework: Foreign Correspondence, Advanced Reporting, Photojournalism, Digital Skills, Intermediate Arabic, Arab Societies, Media on and of the Arab World, Communications Law
University of Jordan– CET Academic Programs Amman, Jordan | Jan – May 2017
- Relevant Coursework: Arabic Language, U.S. in the Arab World, Internship