Tarek Tahan
Toronto,ON
Summary
Content Creator with over 4 years of experience in journalism and digital media, specializing in crafting compelling narratives and enhancing brand visibility through strategic content management. Proficient in utilizing tools like Canva, WordPress, and Adobe Suite to drive audience engagement and growth. Passionate about innovation in digital storytelling and committed to leveraging skills in web design, UX, and community management to inspire and connect with audiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
INTERN
MindShare Workspace
12.2024 - Current
- Crafts newsletters enhancing communication, boosting engagement with strategic insights
- Designs captivating ads using Canva, elevating brand presence and recognition
- Formulates content strategies, driving significant audience growth and interaction
CONTRIBUTOR
New Lines
10.2024 - Current
- Researched, authored, and edited articles focusing on local community issues, serving as a dedicated Canada-based reporter
CONTRIBUTOR
On The Record - Toronto Metropolitan University
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Conducted interviews and performed field reporting, contributing to over 7 publications utilizing WordPress and HTML for content management
- Crafted and edited compelling scripts alongside videos and photos for broadcasting, using Photoshop and Premiere Pro
CONTRIBUTOR
Blog TO
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Executed thorough field reporting for publications addressing community issues, adhering diligently to Canadian Press Style guidelines
- Augmented social media presence for a small business owner through targeted contributions that fostered greater local engagement
STUDENT INTERN
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Company Overview: Fifth Estate - World This Hour
- Edited researched topics, radio scripts, and audio in the CBC newsroom, contributing to hourly live radio broadcasts
- Supported news investigations with comprehensive research, covering significant events such as the Toronto Gold Heist and Ontario Greenbelt controversy
- Fifth Estate - World This Hour
CONTRIBUTOR
Talent Egg Inc.
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Researched and authored 4 published articles offering career advice to college and university students, following CP Style
- Navigated strict timelines to write, edit, and publish articles and social media content, including engaging TikTok posts
CONTRIBUTOR
Varsity Inc. Newspaper - University of Toronto
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Authored and contributed to 3 publications addressing cultural and political issues within the community
- Performed field reporting while meeting stringent three-day deadlines to deliver high-quality written material to the editorial team
SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT CREATOR
After Breast Cancer
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Developed engaging content for multifaceted social media campaigns across Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok platforms
- Coordinated comprehensive monthly posting strategies for social media within a collaborative team environment
Education
MASTER - JOURNALISM
Toronto Metropolitan University
06.2024
BACHELOR OF ARTS - POLITICAL SCIENCE/PROFESSIONAL WRITING AND COMMUNICATIONS
University of Toronto Mississauga
05.2022
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop
- Premiere Pro
- Microsoft Office
- WordPress
- HTML
- CSS
- Python
- Canva
- SEO
- Audacity
- Web Design
- Data Analytics
- UX
- Content Creation
- Copy Editing
- Podcasting
- Time Management
- Storytelling
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Professional Working
Timeline
INTERN
MindShare Workspace
12.2024 - Current
CONTRIBUTOR
New Lines
10.2024 - Current
CONTRIBUTOR
On The Record - Toronto Metropolitan University
09.2024 - 11.2024
CONTRIBUTOR
Blog TO
09.2024 - 10.2024
STUDENT INTERN
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
04.2023 - 05.2023
CONTRIBUTOR
Talent Egg Inc.
01.2022 - 04.2023
CONTRIBUTOR
Varsity Inc. Newspaper - University of Toronto
11.2021 - 05.2022
SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT CREATOR
After Breast Cancer
06.2021 - 10.2021
BACHELOR OF ARTS - POLITICAL SCIENCE/PROFESSIONAL WRITING AND COMMUNICATIONS
University of Toronto Mississauga
MASTER - JOURNALISM
Toronto Metropolitan University
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