DALEEN HASSAN
Paris
Summary
With 17 years of experience in journalism, strategic communication, and corporate communications, I have a proven track record of managing high-profile events, shaping narratives, and delivering impactful content. Fluent in Arabic, English, and French, I have worked with leading international organizations, advising corporate leaders, government institutions, and global entities on media strategy, executive positioning, and crisis management.
My expertise spans international politics, economics, and corporate strategy, with a strong focus on reputation management and high-impact strategic content development. I spent 11 years as an anchor for Euronews International, covering global affairs and fostering cross-cultural dialogue. Additionally, I have played a key role in major global events, including COP27, COP28, Expo 2020, and the Vision Gulf Economic Summit 2023-2024, implementing media and event strategies that drive influence and engagement.
I hold a Master’s degree in Audiovisual and Cinema Studies and a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, equipping me with a strong foundation in media, storytelling, and strategic communication.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Strategic Content & Communication
Vision Golf Economic Summit
Paris
01.2023 - 01.2025
- A high-level summit in Paris to enhance investment between GCC countries and France, in collaboration with the French Ministry of Economy
- Led the strategic content direction, ensuring alignment with economic and diplomatic priorities
- Designed and moderated high-level panels featuring top government officials, investors, and industry leaders in many different sectors.
- Developed a comprehensive communication strategy to enhance the summit’s global visibility.
Communication Executive & Media Advisory
COP28
UAE
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided strategic corporate and media advisory for businesses engaged in climate policy
- Developed and executed crisis communication plans for key stakeholders
- Shaped narratives to align with international sustainability agendas
- Coverage for Economy Middle East highlevel interviews.
Documentary Film Director/ Producer
Through Their Eyes
Paris
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Produced and directed a 36-minute documentary on the legacy of Expo 2020 Dubai, showcasing how global leaders experienced the first World Expo in the Middle East during the pandemic
- The documentary features over 55 exclusive one-on-one interviews with heads of state, capturing Expo 2020 Dubai's pivotal role in advancing international collaboration
- Produced during the UAE’s historic 50th-anniversary celebrations, this landmark work has been recognized for its historical significance and will be preserved in the UAE’s national archives as a lasting testament to the Expo’s global legacy
Senior International Communication Advisor & Official Moderator
Expo 2020 Dubai
Dubai
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed and executed global communication strategies for international outreach for the event
- Head of media & coverage for "head of states visits to expo2020"
- conducting conferences and exclusive one-to-one interviews with prominent world leaders and more than 75 head of states, amongst them kings, presidents, prime ministers, economic ministers and VIP political/economic / sport figures visiting the international event
- Led media positioning efforts to enhance the Expo’s global influence
Strategic Content Lead & Moderator
COP27
Egypt
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Designed key communication frameworks for international climate discussions
- Moderated influential panels on climate finance, sustainability, and policy advocacy with UN TV
- Managed global media engagement, ensuring effective messaging for key stakeholders
Bureau Chief Euronews Middle East & Senior Presenter
Euronews TV
Abu Dhabi
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Company Overview: A European news channel providing coverage of international events in 12 languages.
- Established and led EuronewsNBC Middle East bureaus in Abu Dhabi & Dubai, managing a multinational team of 15 journalists and technicians
- Executive Producer & Anchor of Inspire Middle East, overseeing strategic content and editorial direction
- Produced 159 episodes and developed over 750 digital stories, amplifying MENA voices on business, culture, climate, and social impact for European audiences.
- Leading international communication for the channel between Europe and the Middle East, overseeing coverage and developing strategic marketing plans.
Senior Presenter & Producer
Euronews
Paris
01.2014 - 12.2017
- Business Middle East weekly show: Hosted and produced a weekly TV and digital show (French, English, and Arabic) analyzing global stock markets and Middle Eastern economic trends.
- Senior International Roving Reporter: Traveling the world producing and anchoring for Euronews’ different sponsored magazines: Focus, Target, Made in Morocco, Spotlight, Road to COP22, Global Conversation; coverage of a wide variety of topics, principally business, healthcare, culture and politics; management of a team of 12 multinational journalists.
- Contributed to the Euronews digital transformation strategy, supporting the shift from traditional TV broadcasting to digital-first content.
Media Advisor (Middle East)
European Council
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Provided strategic media and communication advisory on political and economic affairs
- Contributed to high-profile events, including the World Forum for Democracy
Duty Editor, Middle East & International Affairs
Euronews
01.2010 - 12.2014
- Led economic and political coverage across the MENA region, reporting on OPEC meetings, Syria peace talks, and the World Government Summit
- Conducted high-profile interviews with government officials, economists, and industry leaders, shaping regional and global discussions
Public Relations and Media Coordinator
World Arab Institute
Paris
01.2010 - 12.2010
- Organized interviews for artists that were hosted by the institute with French and international media
Producer- Reporter
Abu Dhabi National TV
Abu Dhabi
01.2007 - 12.2009
- producer , reporter Daily talk show 'Jareda Bel Warak'
- Developed ideas for stories and reporting
- Assistant executive producer for Live coverage for big events in the UAE -12 hours live the National day from 7 emirates, planning packages, assigning reports etc
Education
Masters - Cinematography and Audiovisual Studies
Lyon 2 Lumière Université
Lyon, France01.2013
French Diplôma -
Campus Langue de Paris Institute
Paris, France01.2010
BA Degree - Journalism and Media
Damascus University
Syria07-2006
Skills
- Cross-cultural communications
- Team building
- Negotiation skills
- Project management
- Leadership/communication skills
- Innovation management
- PR strategy development
- Story pitching
- Media training
- Influencing skills
- Reputation management
- Thought leadership
- Event planning
- Crisis communication
- Media relations
- Multitasking Abilities
Personal Information
Nationality: French
Based between the UAE and France
Languages
Arabic
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Proficient (C2)
C2
Spanish
Beginner (A1)
A1
Timeline
Communication Executive & Media Advisory
COP28
06.2023 - 12.2023
Head of Strategic Content & Communication
Vision Golf Economic Summit
01.2023 - 01.2025
Documentary Film Director/ Producer
Through Their Eyes
12.2022 - 05.2023
Strategic Content Lead & Moderator
COP27
07.2022 - 12.2022
Senior International Communication Advisor & Official Moderator
Expo 2020 Dubai
09.2021 - 05.2023
Bureau Chief Euronews Middle East & Senior Presenter
Euronews TV
01.2018 - 01.2021
Media Advisor (Middle East)
European Council
01.2015 - 12.2016
Senior Presenter & Producer
Euronews
01.2014 - 12.2017
Duty Editor, Middle East & International Affairs
Euronews
01.2010 - 12.2014
Public Relations and Media Coordinator
World Arab Institute
01.2010 - 12.2010
Producer- Reporter
Abu Dhabi National TV
01.2007 - 12.2009
Masters - Cinematography and Audiovisual Studies
Lyon 2 Lumière Université
French Diplôma -
Campus Langue de Paris Institute
BA Degree - Journalism and Media
Damascus University
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