Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Reading, writing, sports
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Muzamil Abbas Hassan Bashir

Abu Dhabi

Summary

Accomplished media relations professional with over 30 years' experience in journalism, translation, and corporate communications across the UAE. Proven track record in managing media relationships, creating strategic communications content, and translating complex materials for government and private sector organisations. Multilingual expert fluent in Arabic and English, with conversational skills in French and Hindi.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Associate- Media Relations

Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement
03.2001 - Current
  • Company Overview: Formerly, Offset Programme Bureau
  • Develop and execute comprehensive media relations strategies, enhancing organisational reputation and public image
  • Establish and maintain strategic relationships with media personnel, journalists, and industry opinion leaders
  • Author and distribute press releases across major newspapers and trade publications, achieving consistent media coverage
  • Conduct market intelligence gathering through media networks to inform organisational decision-making
  • Manage internal communications including corporate newsletters, ensuring accurate and engaging content delivery
  • Create and update corporate marketing materials, including brochures and digital content
  • Monitor media landscape and provide strategic analysis of relevant news items and industry trends
  • Support executive communications through speechwriting and presentation development
  • Collaborate with IT department to maintain and update organisational website with current news and information
  • Mentor new employees during the onboarding process to support staff retention, engagement and succession plans

News Editor, Reporter & Translator

Emirates News Agency (WAM)
01.1996 - 03.2001
  • Company Overview: Foreign Desk
  • Covered high-profile international events including AGCC Summit (1998) and Asian Nations Football Cup Finals (1996)
  • Conducted exclusive interviews with world leaders including Nelson Mandela, Jacques Chirac, Kofi Annan, as well as Emirati and foreign officials
  • Edited and translated international news articles for local distribution
  • Monitored global news agencies and provided real-time updates on international developments
  • Mentored junior journalism trainees in reporting techniques and editorial standards
  • Specialised in oil & gas, banking, and industry conference coverage

Part-time Reporter & Translator

Emirates News Newspaper
01.1996 - 01.1998
  • Translated international press articles for local publication
  • Covered local political, business, and sports events with focus on accuracy and timeliness
  • Developed feature stories highlighting regional developments and cultural events

Translator

Central Military Command (CMC), Dubai
01.1995 - 01.1996
  • Provided technical translation services for military documents, correspondence, and medical reports
  • Conducted simultaneous interpretation during training sessions with international military experts
  • Maintained confidentiality and accuracy in sensitive document translation

Translator & Reporter

Al Adiyat Magazine
01.1995 - 01.1996
  • Company Overview: Bi-lingual Horseracing Publication
  • Co-established specialised sports publication focusing on regional horseracing
  • Covered race meetings at premier UAE venues (Nad Al Shiba, Jebel Ali, Abu Dhabi)
  • Translated content from leading UK and US racing publications for local audience

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

Poona University
01.1988

Skills

  • Media & Communications: Media Relations
  • Press Release Writing
  • Corporate Communications
  • Content Strategy
  • Crisis Communications
  • Public Relations
  • Journalism: News Editing
  • Investigative Reporting
  • Event Coverage
  • Interview Conducting
  • Feature Writing
  • Digital Journalism
  • Languages & Translation: Arabic-English Translation
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Technical Translation
  • Legal Translation (In Progress)
  • Multilingual Content Creation
  • Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite
  • Content Management Systems
  • Social Media Management
  • Web Content Creation
  • Publishing Software (Quark Express)
  • News Management Systems

Accomplishments

  • Masdar Initiative: Integral role in translation and communications support from concept development through project launch, including presentations, reports, and press materials
  • FIFA Centenary Project: Translated comprehensive 200-page commemorative publication marking FIFA's 100th anniversary
  • Dolphin Energy Publications:
  • "Dolphins" book translation and launch (December 2007)
  • "Corals" book translation and launch (2008)
  • "Dungeon" report translation and release (2010)
  • Corporate Communications Development: Authored Communications Policy and Style Guide handbooks for multiple organisations
  • Specialised Publications: Contributed to Armed Forces "Air Force" magazine, "Gulf Defence" magazine, and various industry newsletters

Certification

Speech Writing Certification | National School of Government, London

Languages

Arabic: Native proficiency (spoken/written)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English: proficiency (spoken/written)
Advanced (C1)
French: Conversational proficiency
Elementary (A2)
Hindi: Conversational proficiency
Elementary (A2)

Reading, writing, sports

Literature & Writing: An avid reader across genres including contemporary fiction and non-fiction works on social issues and current affairs. Regularly contribute articles on public interest topics and write short stories, exploring themes of community and social justice.

Fitness & Wellness: Maintain an active lifestyle through regular jogging and walking. Find these activities valuable for both physical health and mental clarity.

Sports: Passionate football enthusiast who follows both professional leagues and local teams.

Timeline

Senior Associate- Media Relations

Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement
03.2001 - Current

News Editor, Reporter & Translator

Emirates News Agency (WAM)
01.1996 - 03.2001

Part-time Reporter & Translator

Emirates News Newspaper
01.1996 - 01.1998

Translator

Central Military Command (CMC), Dubai
01.1995 - 01.1996

Translator & Reporter

Al Adiyat Magazine
01.1995 - 01.1996

Bachelor of Arts - English

Poona University

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