2
Languages
14
years of professional experience
Seasoned Arabic Copywriter and Editor with over 10 years of experience in PR, publishing, and journalism. Leads Arabic editorial operations for 250+ accounts, ensuring high-quality English-to-Arabic localization and government-grade quality assurance. Specializes in crafting Arabic messaging suitable for C-suite and ministerial communications.
Work History
Acting Regional Arabization Manager
3 Years 6 Months- Lead Arabic editorial operations for 250+ accounts, including UAE federal entities and multinational corporations.
- Manage workflow and deadlines for a team of 11 linguists working on simultaneous translation projects.
- Managed workflow and deadlines for 11 linguists on simultaneous translation projects, ensuring timely delivery.
- Create Arabic content for flagship events, including GITEX Global and Dubai Chamber forums.
- Created Arabic content for flagship events like GITEX Global and Dubai Chamber forums, enhancing audience engagement.
- Developed and implemented a terminology management system to maintain consistency of translated assets across accounts and teams.
- Translate and edit press materials, briefing documents, and executive communications, maintaining technical accuracy and strict confidentiality.
- Produce event reports for institutional clients.
Arabic Editor / Copywriter
5 Years 4 Months- Wrote, translated, and edited Arabic content for diverse audiences, enhancing engagement through articles, web content, advertising copy, newsletters, reports, and publications.
- Produced press materials, briefing documents, and presentations for high-profile clients such as Visa, Expedia, and Ford, ensuring clear communication of key messages.
- Covered major client events, capturing insights and facilitating effective communication at GITEX Global and Dubai Chamber forums.
- Handled sensitive client information in line with confidentiality and ethical standards.
- Edited executive communications, ensuring clarity, consistency, and alignment with brand voice.
- Managed editorial calendars and prioritized deadlines across multiple client deliverables.
Arabic Editor / Copywriter
1 Year 7 Months- Wrote, proofread, and edited Arabic content for special projects, including the Shurooq Annual Report, Dubai Pocket Guide (DTC), Abu Dhabi HSPC Golf Championship 2016 Report, IGCF 2017 Report, and Cayan Online Newsletter.
- Curated top weekly Arabic articles for The Week journal, enhancing content quality and relevance.
- Created and refined Arabic content for special projects, including Shurooq Annual Report, Dubai Pocket Guide (DTC), Abu Dhabi HSPC Golf Championship 2016 Report, IGCF 2017 Report, and Cayan Online Newsletter, ensuring clarity and engagement.
- Delivered high-quality work on tight publishing deadlines.
- Produced high-quality work consistently under tight publishing deadlines, contributing to timely project completions.
Journalist
2 Years 4 Months- Reported news stories, providing context and insight into events.
- Coordinated and conducted interviews with sources to gather in-depth perspectives.
- Developed columns and commentary by analyzing news, current issues, and personal experience.
- Captured and edited photos and video to enhance storytelling.
Communications Executive
1 Year 2 Months- Crafted news articles, fact sheets, and press releases to effectively communicate Ministry activities and initiatives.
- Monitored local media coverage of the Ministry and compiled weekly and monthly reports.
- Analyzed local media coverage of the Ministry, compiling weekly and monthly reports to inform strategic communication efforts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Media and TV Production
Skills
Translation & Editing
Content localization
Language / Terminology management
Writing & Content / Creative writing
speech writing
article and bulletin writing
press releases
key messages and talking points
event reporting
Crisis communication
Professional Standards | Cultural understanding
Team leadership
Time management
Decision-making
Personal Information
Title: Senior Arabic Copywriter | Editor | Arabization Manager
LANGUAGES
Arabic: Native
- English: Professional working proficiency
- (your CV says "Intermediate", but your work is English-to-Arabic translation. "Professional working proficiency" is more accurate. Keep "Intermediate" if you prefer.)
Timeline
Acting Regional Arabization Manager
Burson (formerly Asdaa BCW)
05.2023 - CurrentRead More
Arabic Editor / Copywriter
Burson (formerly Asdaa BCW)
12.2017 - 04.2023Read More
Arabic Editor / Copywriter
Motivate Publishing
04.2016 - 11.2017Read More
Journalist
Al Riyadh Newspaper (Al Yamamah Press Est.)
11.2013 - 03.2016Read More
Communications Executive
Palestinian Ministry of Labor
07.2012 - 09.2013Read More
Al Quds University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Media and TV Production
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