Rania Moaz
Editor/Writer
United Arab Emirates,Abu Dhabi
Summary
Skilled writer and storyteller who thrives under pressure. Diligent editor with a methodical approach and over 10 years of experience writing and editing content for various creative projects. High level of proficiency in content editing and management systems. Effective at time management and multitasking in a deadline-driven environment. Notable past achievements include working for EXPO 2008, helping the UAE pavilion win the Gold Award in the category of design, quality and content; collaborating with director Spike Lee on a script; and researching the rise of female-headed households in Morocco as a Fulbright Scholar.
Overview
3
3
Languages
4
4
years of post-secondary education
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Copy Editor/Creative Content Writer
Bastet Media
Dubai
02.2017 - Current
- Improved and created original content used for marketing materials to attract viewers and increase social media presence
- Drafted and edited engaging scripts for the company's Plant B TV series to align with the show's comedic style.
- Wrote social media outreach posts on both informational and promotional topics.
- Edited content produced by senior executives, modifying text to better align with the show's outreach goals.
- Proofread and edited final copy for accuracy and oversaw all phases of content production.
Copywriter/Editor
Bamyan Media
Dubai
11.2012 - 01.2017
- Wrote and edited creative marketing and promotional material for El Mashrou3, the first entrepreneurial reality TV show of its kind in the Middle East.
- Provided strategic input and direction regarding media communication.
- Reported to Managing Director to make suggestions regarding final edits.
- Drafted engaging content to reach target audiences
- Updated and edited social media content across different platforms to increase viewership.
Copy Editor
Mojeh Magazine
Dubai
10.2011 - 07.2012
- Created a house style to ensure consistency for future publications.
- Copy edited and proofread over 300 pages per issue for a bi-monthly lifestyle magazine checking for grammatical mistakes and consistency in style and format.
- Originated and edited engaging content for creative feature pieces.
- Evaluated and rewrote articles for publication to improve readability.
Global Academic Fellow
New York University Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi
08.2011 - 06.2012
- Designed and presented thematic writing workshops open to the NYU community at large.
- Worked closely with faculty members to support first-year writing intensive core curriculum courses.
- Provided structured support for students outside the classroom.
- Worked with students on rewriting their academic essays to better support and express their ideas.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts in the Writing Center.
Research Scholar
Fulbright
Morocco , Marrakech
10.2010 - 06.2011
- Conducted research to analyse the effect of male migration to Europe on women and children left behind in Morocco.
- Researched the growing rise of female-headed households and its effect on children and their education and the impact it has on changing social norms.
- Prepared complete documentation of research activities for reference purposes.
- Presented research at a Fulbright symposium hosted in the country's capital.
United Arab Emirates Pavilion Coordinator
EXPO 2008
Spain, Zaragoza
04.2008 - 09.2008
- Ensured the day-to-day activities of the pavilion were carried out accurately and efficiently.
- Coordinated high-profile meetings on behalf of the director of the United Arab Emirates pavilion for the International EXPO on Water and Sustainable Development.
- Planned and coordinated all matters related to logistics.
- Drafted communication materials and edited press releases on behalf of the Abu Dhabi National Media Council.
- Created schedules and communicated deadlines to administration staff to ensure projects were completed on time in the fast-paced atmosphere of the EXPO.
- Communicated with local media to promote the pavilion's activities and events.
Editorial Assistant
Jadel Publishing
New York, NY
01.2006 - 08.2008
- Assisted James McBride, author of the national best-seller The Color of Water, in editing content for his future publications.
- Wrote articles and promotional material on behalf of Mr. McBride.
- Responsible for fact checking and researching historical data for the collaboration with director Spike Lee to turn Mr. McBride's novel into a major motion picture.
- Monitored the progress of his writing drafts to ensure publishing deadlines were met.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communications
New York University
New York, USA 08.2003 - 05.2007
Skills
Copyediting skills
Timeline
Senior Copy Editor/Creative Content Writer
Bastet Media
02.2017 - Current
Copywriter/Editor
Bamyan Media
11.2012 - 01.2017
Copy Editor
Mojeh Magazine
10.2011 - 07.2012
Global Academic Fellow
New York University Abu Dhabi
08.2011 - 06.2012
Research Scholar
Fulbright
10.2010 - 06.2011
United Arab Emirates Pavilion Coordinator
EXPO 2008
04.2008 - 09.2008
Editorial Assistant
Jadel Publishing
01.2006 - 08.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communications
New York University
08.2003 - 05.2007
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