Hafed Almadani
Whitby,Ont.
Summary
Dedicated journalist with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Journalist & Multi Media
Blaugranagram
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted interviews with sources to obtain information for stories.
- Edited copy written by other journalists to ensure accuracy and clarity.
- Developed content for multiple news outlets, including newspapers and magazines.
- Attended press conferences and other events to gather newsworthy information.
- Sourced expert opinions for stories from professionals in relevant fields.
- Collaborated with editors to create headlines that accurately reflect the story content.
- Utilized social media networks such as Twitter and YouTube to promote articles.
- Researched and wrote stories on a variety of topics around FC Barcelona.
- Updated websites and social media channels with new content daily.
Intern Journalist
OneSoccer
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Developed content for multiple news outlets.
- Created multimedia content for web-based platforms using video footage and audio recordings.
- Submitted assignments ahead of deadlines while adhering to editorial guidelines.
- Researched and wrote stories on a variety of topics around the sport of soccer.
- Edited copy written by other journalists to ensure accuracy and clarity.
- Attended press conferences and wrote follow up articles.
- Conducted research on individual players excluded performances analysis and statistics.
YouTube Channel
BarcaBoy
03.2020 - Current
- Provided daily video consistently for over three years.
- Produced live and interactive shows with commentary for matches.
- Produced match previews and reviews on upcoming fixtures.
- Provided breaking news at rapid pace.
- Produced high quality quality videos and live streams at a consistent basis.
Reporter
Working Newsroom - The Chronicle
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Created print, audio and video stories by gathering, verifying, complying and confirming information, and conducting interviews
- Used Adobe software such as inDesign, Photoshop, Audition and Premiere Pro as well as Camayak and WordPress
- Created stories for social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook and Instagram by using hashtags, threads, and captions
- Wrote features, reviews, OpEd and profile stories for publication on the Chronicle website
- Created audio and visual stories for the Chronicle and Riot Radio
- Worked in a newsroom environment, both independently and collectively
- Worked for Riot Radio writing scripts, anchoring and producing.
Emergency Department Volunteer
Lakeridge Health Oshawa
Oshawa
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Collected patient charts around the emergency department and brought them to EMS registration
- Provided friendly reassurance to those waiting and reminded new arrivals about removing coats/sweaters and having their health card in hand before seeing a Triage Nurse
- Escorted patients within the Emergency Department to other hospital areas, if requested by staff
- Offered taxis for patients who needed help with transportation
- Provided information regarding available services at the LHO as requested (such as location of bank machines, food services, shops, calling a cab, paying for parking, etc.).
Secretary
Dr. Mahmoud Sakran Clinic
Ajax, Ontario
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies
- Handled daily scheduling tasks and provided administrative support for entire department
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
Meat & FreshStocker
Walmart
Oshawa, Ontario
04.2020 - 06.2022
- Zoning the department
- Rotating stock and checking for expired products
- Ensuring the merchandise is properly signed and priced
- Adhering to standards and policies for cold chain compliance, thermometer calibrations, temperature recording, food handling, product rotation, sell-by dates and expiration dates
- Taking orders for Deli Department merchandise; slicing and preparing merchandise, such as meat, cheese, fried chicken; and providing requested assistance
- Following Health and Safety guidelines.
Education
Journalism - Mass Media -
Durham College
04.2023
High School Diploma -
Donald A. Wilson Secondary School
06.2016
Skills
- All Adobe Software
- Video Production
- Time management & Organization
- Production photography
- Social Media
- Radio broadcasting
- Research
Accomplishments
- Best First-Year Video Story 2022, Durham College J-Awards
- Best Second-Year Feature Story 2023, Durham College J-Awards
- Honour Roll for Fall and Winter semesters 2021-2023, Durham College
Timeline
Journalist & Multi Media
Blaugranagram
09.2023 - Current
Intern Journalist
OneSoccer
04.2023 - 05.2023
Reporter
Working Newsroom - The Chronicle
09.2022 - 04.2023
Secretary
Dr. Mahmoud Sakran Clinic
01.2021 - 08.2023
Meat & FreshStocker
Walmart
04.2020 - 06.2022
YouTube Channel
BarcaBoy
03.2020 - Current
Emergency Department Volunteer
Lakeridge Health Oshawa
05.2018 - 03.2020
Journalism - Mass Media -
Durham College
High School Diploma -
Donald A. Wilson Secondary School
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