Samanah Ali
Brampton,Ontario
Summary
Highly motivated and skilled media professional with a strong background in journalism and passion for writing, fact-checking, editing, and videography. Possessing over 5 years of hands-on experience, I am dedicated to delivering top-quality work in every project.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
Work History
News Reporter
The Pointer
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Investigated important community issues and put together well-received reports that were accurate, engaging and fact-checked
- Attended press conferences, City and Regional Council meetings, and other community events to stay conversant with current news.
- Captured photographs and designed infographics that were incorporated in my articles to enhance stories.
- Built strong relationships with sources to gain access to exclusive information.
- Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
- Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
Editor In Chief
Wali Times
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Supported and encouraged editorial board to provide independent and objective advice, opinions and perspectives to enhance publication
- Oversaw, trained and developed writers and associates, assistants and junior editors to optimize production and quality of work
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes and approved final versions for publication
- Minimized procedural problems and publication errors with stringent fact checking
Marketing Assistant
Wali ul Asr Learning Institute
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Pitched successful campaign ideas, graphic designed several posters and produced videos within time constraints to inform stakeholders of different activities and programs arranged by the school.
Education
Bachelor of Journalism -
Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto, ON 09.2017 - 10.2021
Skills
Writing
undefinedAccomplishments
Recognized as a finalist for the prestigious Student Award of Excellence 2021, presented by the Canadian Association of Journalists.
Certification
Bloomberg market concepts
Timeline
News Reporter
The Pointer
03.2023 - 07.2023
Social and Behavioral Responsible Conduct of Research
10-2022
Social/Behavioral Research
10-2022
Editor In Chief
Wali Times
11.2021 - 05.2023
Bloomberg market concepts
05-2020
Bachelor of Journalism -
Toronto Metropolitan University
09.2017 - 10.2021
Marketing Assistant
Wali ul Asr Learning Institute
09.2017 - 05.2019
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